USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Highly pathogenic virus found in herd of Texas dairy cows
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.
State and federal agriculture officials said highly pathogenic avian flu has been found in a herd of dairy cows in Texas.
Watch: Horse airlifted to safety after falling into ravine
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
Texas man faces felony animal cruelty charges after 7 dogs rescued
A Texas man faces felony charges after authorities rescued seven severely neglected dogs that are now recovering in SPCA care.
A Texas man faces felony charges after authorities rescued seven severely neglected dogs that are now recovering in SPCA care.
Galveston County animal rescue awarded $150K to treat pets in five counties
The low-cost spay and neuter clinic is in Santa Fe, but residents from surrounding counties are welcome with no questions asked.
The low-cost spay and neuter clinic is in Santa Fe, but residents from surrounding counties are welcome with no questions asked.
Houston-area animal rescue granted $150K for pet treatment
A Galveston County animal rescue plans to provide more discounted treatments for pets in and around the county after multi-thousand-dollar grant. FOX 26's Randy Wallace visited the facility to learn more.
A Galveston County animal rescue plans to provide more discounted treatments for pets in and around the county after multi-thousand-dollar grant. FOX 26's Randy Wallace visited the facility to learn more.
California man sentenced to 5+ years for smuggling 1,700 reptiles through El Paso border
A California man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for running a massive smuggling ring that illegally moved more than 1,700 reptiles across the El Paso border.
A California man has been sentenced to over five years in federal prison for running a massive smuggling ring that illegally moved more than 1,700 reptiles across the El Paso border.
Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
Happy the elephant, famous for mirror recognition study, euthanized
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Six horses seized during West Texas traffic stop amid USDA livestock smuggling investigation
Sheriff’s deputies seized six horses during a traffic stop in West Texas as part of an ongoing livestock smuggling investigation, authorities said.
Sheriff’s deputies seized six horses during a traffic stop in West Texas as part of an ongoing livestock smuggling investigation, authorities said.
Volunteer wildlife rehabilitators say proposed Texas changes could mean fewer lives saved
Volunteer wildlife rehabilitators say proposed changes the state wants to make could mean fewer lives saved.
Volunteer wildlife rehabilitators say proposed changes the state wants to make could mean fewer lives saved.
Raaw Energy pet food recall expanded over listeria concerns, reported illnesses
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
Dickinson dog rescue: 'Tupac' saved after 3 days at bottom of hill with broken leg
A dog, now named "Tupac", was rescued Sunday after spending three days at the bottom of a steep hill in Dickinson with a broken leg, Bayou Animal Services & Adoption Center says.
A dog, now named "Tupac", was rescued Sunday after spending three days at the bottom of a steep hill in Dickinson with a broken leg, Bayou Animal Services & Adoption Center says.
Utah firefighters help save millions of honeybees
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
This social media star can't walk, but she loves to drive and dance
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Cherie DeVaux on making history at Kentucky Derby: 'I could not believe that he had won'
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.
Where is Michael Jackson’s chimp Bubbles? The Florida retirement of a Hollywood legend
The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?
The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?