Grand Prairie missing cobra's owner arrested
The owner of a venomous West African Banded Cobra that escaped in Grand Prairie last year is now facing charges.
Five Dallas Zoo gorillas test positive for COVID-19
When doctors say anyone can be infected with the coronavirus, that also includes animals. This week, the Dallas Zoo announced five of its gorillas recently tested positive. They are the first positive cases since the pandemic started.
Azle 7-year-old nearly mauled to death by neighbor's dog
“He kept asking if I was there. He said, ‘Mom, the dog used me as a chew toy, it hurts, it hurts.’”
Hundreds of golden retrievers gather in Golden, Colorado for annual celebration
The annual Goldens in Golden event took a break during the pandemic but came back in full swing this year, with more than 2,000 golden retrievers estimated in attendance.
VIDEO: Colorado deputy rescues dog from burning SUV
Body-cam footage released by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office shows Deputy Michael Gregorek breaking the SUV’s windows with a retractable baton before pulling the distressed dog to safety from the back window.
Video: Longhorn calf at Fort Worth Zoo enjoys the snow
Kids weren't the only ones who enjoyed the snow. Fort Worth Zoo's young longhorn, Clifford, spent time Thursday playing in the white stuff.
Man jumped barrier fence before being attacked by tiger at Florida zoo, FWC report shows
A tiger at the Naples Zoo was killed and an employee of the zoo's cleaning company nearly lost his arm after the man apparently jumped a safety barrier and stuck his arm through the internal fence in the tiger's enclosure, according to a newly released report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Scientists regrow amputated frog legs, leaving hope for humans
Researchers from Tufts and Harvard universities said they were able to regrow a functional frog leg and said the experiment will be tested in mammals next.
Bidens welcome new family cat named Willow to White House
President Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden have adopted Willow, a 2-year-old gray and white farm cat from Pennsylvania.
Texas law aims to protect dogs from weather extremes
The Safe Outdoor Dogs Act was signed into law in October and went into effect on Jan. 18
Police dog rescues Pa. man who got lost in frigid woods
A northern Michigan police dog rescued a Pennsylvania man who got lost Sunday in a densely wooded area during frigid temperatures, police said.
Man charged in stabbing of Houston Police K9 following robbery
A Houston man accused of stabbing an HPD K9 that chased him after a robbery is facing three charges.
Dallas animal shelter closed on Thursdays due to staffing shortages
The Dallas animal shelter was already short-staffed and is now dealing with an increasing number of sick workers because of the COVID-19 omicron variant.
Police: All monkeys accounted for after truck with 100 monkeys crashes in Pennsylvania
A truck carrying about 100 monkeys was involved in a crash Friday in Pennsylvania, state police said.
Betty White birthday video thanks fans for love, support
“I just want to thank you all for your love and support over the years. Thank you so much and stick around,” Betty White said in a video that was recorded before her passing.
More than 100 snakes found in Maryland home where man's death was reported
A death investigation is underway at a Charles County home full of more than 100 venomous and non-venomous snakes.
Betty White Challenge: Ways to honor late actress on Jan. 17, day she would have turned 100
On what would have been Betty White’s 100th birthday, fans and many organizations planned to pay homage to the late icon. Here are some ways you can honor the legendary actress too.
VIDEO: Dog appears unimpressed with snow in Georgia
The owner can be heard saying: “There’s my snow dog, refusing to come outside…she’s not having it.”
New Texas law in effect Jan. 18 lays out rules for tethering dogs outside
A new Texas law in effect on January 18 defines what type of shelter a dog must have access to if left tethered alone outside, and it prohibits the use of certain kinds of restraints — including chains.
Waste in Sri Lanka landfill killing elephants, conservationists warn
Around 20 elephants have died over the last eight years after consuming plastic trash in the dump in Pallakkadu village in Ampara district.