Veteran K9 Rescue Ranch trains retired military, police dogs for adoption

The big German shepherd wags his tail and rolls over, ready for belly scratches. Meet "Lost".  That's his name, but he and the other dogs here are definitely not lost, they are found.

FDA warns giving bone treats to dogs could be deadly

The Food and Drug Administration says pet owners should think twice before giving their dogs a bone -- even bones packaged and sold as treats.

Pup named 'Lola' lost after running after car accident

A Tampa woman is searching for her lost one-year-old pup who ran off after a car accident while she was in Chiefland. 

Florida eagles take turns incubating new eggs

It appears there are new additions to the eagle's nest made famous by the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam with Harriet and her mate, M15! Harriet has laid two new eggs and the pair has been taking turns keeping them warm.

Puppies relieve stress for holiday airport travelers

Some travelers at Harrisburg International Airport, in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, are kicking off their holiday travel with some extra dog fur on their clothes -- and they're loving it!

Dog with mange, heartworms, parasites at center of legal mess

By law, all shelters must keep dogs and cats for three days before putting them up for adoption or euthanizing them. That law is to give owners a chance to reclaim them. But Harris County Animal Shelter, like most Houston-area pet shelters, will waive the three-day stray hold for rescue groups willing to pay veterinary bills for animals in need of extensive and costly medical care.

Showbird turkeys seeking Trump pardon must first strut stuff

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - What makes a good presidential turkey? Showmanship. A readiness to strut his stuff and gobble on command, yet enough restraint to stay on a table for the big photo op. So say a Minnesota turkey farmer and 4-H kids who raised the turkey that will go to the White House for an official pardon from President Donald Trump on Tuesday. It's the 70th anniversary of the National...

Wild boar 'Spirit' surrendered in San Francisco after owners had change of heart

  San Francisco residents surrendered a wild boar to Animal Care and Control officials this week in what officials are describing as a definite first for the agency.

Houston puppy shot point blank in the head, now needs 4 surgeries

Ava, a 7-month-old puppy brought into Houston Pets Alive! from another shelter with a severe gunshot wound to the head, inflicted at point blank range directly into her right eye, will need extensive surgery and rehabilitation. According to the shelter, Ava had been shot in the head a week after Hurricane Harvey.

Sloth kept as pet adopted by Oregon Zoo

Even if you think the sound of chewing is like nails on a chalkboard, you may not be able to resist video of Josie the two-toed sloth chomping on carrots and apples. 

Houston SPCA rescues 54 animals from Waller County home

The Houston SPCA says workers rescued six cats, 45 dogs, a parakeet, and two quaker parrots from a Hockley home on Tuesday, in conjunction with the Waller County Sheriff's Department. 

Rare fish caught by sport fishermen in Ocean City

Austin Ensor and his Maryland fishing buddies were out this past weekend trying to drag out fishing season as long as possible and now their rare find may have them hanging on a little further into fall.

Ranch donates a pony to family of 'Chicken Nugget'

A little girl from Liberty County who was devastated after someone killed beloved pony is getting a new pony thanks to a ranch in New Mexico.

Dog groomer under fire after video of alleged abuse

An investigation has been launched into a Florida woman who appears to be abusing a dog at a pet grooming shop in a video that's been viewed hundreds of thousands of times on Facebook. 

Roy Halladay's furry, four-legged legacy

Investigators are taking a closer look at Roy Halladay’s plane, which has been removed from the Gulf of Mexico after yesterday’s fatal crash.  Meanwhile, deputies are remembering the former All-Star pitcher for his generosity and concern about this community.