Houston family's dog dies in pet sitter's care
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A Houston family is demanding answers after their French bulldog died while in the care of a dog sitter they found through Rover, a pet sitting and dog walking app. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke to the dog's owner and reached out to Rover for a response.

Houston family seeks answers after French bulldog dies in pet sitter's care

A Houston family is demanding answers after their French bulldog, Melodramatic, died while in the care of a dog sitter they found through Rover, a pet sitting and dog walking app.

Woman accused of breaking her German Shepherd's leg with wooden piece

A woman is facing animal cruelty charged after she allegedly broke her dog's leg on purpose and refused to get the dog to a vet, Harris County constable says.

Maryland man injured after pet buffalo attacks him

Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.

Houston city leaders recall Hurricane Katrina 20 years later
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It's been 20 years since Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast near Louisiana and the Mississippi border. The devastating storm led to thousands of New Orleans residents coming to Houston. Former city leaders recall navigating that time.

Pet store customer says $6.5K puppy died one day after he was bought
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Hours after purchasing a dog at The Woodlands Mall, the owner had to bring the pup to an animal hospital. The customer spoke to FOX 26 about what happened and how the store is taking accountability.

Abandoned pup with tragic past rescued after being stranded for days on Ohio river

The gray-brown terrier mix was spotted desperately huddled against the side of a lake freighter dock, where she barely had enough space to sit and stay dry above the lapping water.

Data reveals the most popular dog breed in each state

A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.

Watch: Abandoned dog with head stuck in snack jar rescued in Pennsylvania

One stray pup is safe and sound this week after wandering around rural Pennsylvania alone and with her head trapped inside a plastic jar.

Harris County animal cruelty suspect arrested, allegedly ran over kitten

A woman was arrested in Humble after allegedly being caught on camera leaving a kitten on the side of the road and then running it over near Lake Houston in late July.

Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads

Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.

Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home

A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.

Montgomery County animal abuse case now under investigation

A mother and adult daughter who rented a home in Cleveland left behind the remains of several dogs that suffered horrible deaths.

Zoo asks for small pet donations to feed predators

A zoo in Denmark is asking the public for donations of small pets to feed predators at the zoo.

Houston-area rescue group holding fundraiser, memorial for 7 dogs lost in van fire

Cypress Lucky Mutts Rescue has saved the lives of thousands of dogs over the years. The rescue group is asking all of us to help them get back on the road to save more lives.