Venomous snake bites dog at Connecticut state park, prompting risky mountaintop rescue
The terrain was extremely treacherous as responders rushed to the scene to provide the dog with urgent medical attention.
Animal Humane Society saves 42 animals from Fridley nonprofit; now up for adoption
The Animal Humane Society (AHS), with the help of Fridley police, saved 42 animals from Happy Tails Rescue on May 23. All of the animals, including dogs, cats and other critters, are now up for adoption.
Expedition spots only 6 to 8 vaquita porpoises, the most endangered marine mammal
Experts believe the reason a small number of these marine mammals were seen is due to the animals likely moving to a different location outside of their natural habitat.
The Great Escape: Camels break loose at Ohio amusement park
An Ohio amusement park had to figure out how to corral two camels that broke out of their enclosure at the park’s petting zoo.
Rare intersex kitten defies feline genetics, surprises vets at Oregon shelter
“It was like spotting a unicorn," Clinic Manager Bailey Shelton said.
Watch: Runaway bull flips woman, injures 3 at Oregon rodeo
The bull jumped a fence during a performance, flipping over a woman, and continued through a concession area and into a parking lot before being caught.
New luxury airline for dogs faces lawsuit shortly after its first flight
A brand-new luxury airline designed for dogs was recently sued mere days after its inaugural flight.
Screaming hairy armadillo pups welcomed at New Orleans zoo
As the name suggests, screaming hairy armadillos have hair covering part of their bodies and they let out a “loud-pitched squeal” if they feel threatened.
Minneapolis's animal shelter will be open for adoptions on Saturdays
The Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) is expanding service to Saturdays for those who wish to adopt an animal.
Confused dog takes top prize in 2024 Comedy Pet Photography Awards
See the hilarious pet pics that topped this year's Comedy Pet Photography Awards winners list.
Bird flu detected in Benton County dairy cows
Bird flu, known by the medical term H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), was detected in a Benton County dairy cow herd after an outbreak over the weekend, according to state officials.
VIDEO: Giraffe tosses toddler at Texas wildlife park
A toddler trying to feed a giraffe at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Glen Rose was lifted in the air by the animal.
'Floating' Joro spiders are moving north: Will they spread to MN?
Could the "floating" Joro spider that is spreading along the Eastern Seaboard make it's way to Minnesota?
Shelter dogs can go on day adventures with new Minneapolis program
Thanks to a new program at a Minneapolis shelter, people interested in adopting a dog or just wanting a furry friend for the day can take shelter dogs on an adventure.
Bear meets sprinkler in northern MN — and it's hilarious: Video
A black bear wandered into a yard in northern Minnesota and encountered a sprinkler — the outcome was adorable and hilarious.
Bear meets sprinkler in northern MN
A bear met a lawn sprinkler in Biwabik, Minnesota, Tuesday morning, and the outcome was adorable. Mike Miller captured this video at his cabin and shared it with FOX 9.
Millions of chickens killed after fire breaks out on Illinois farm
A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.
'Can my pet eat cicadas?' Expert reveals what to do if your dog or cat gets hold of this insect
Ingesting cicadas could cause gastrointestinal upset and allergic reactions in certain pets, a vet tech says.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a 'reproductive disease,' aquarium says
Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.
Where are mail carriers bit the most by dogs? USPS shares top cities, states
When it comes to dog bites on postal workers, some U.S. cities and states rank higher than others. Here’s what the USPS wants dog owners to know.