Study finds yet another benefit of having a dog in the family
A large new study finds that early-life exposure to dogs may reduce the genetic risk of developing eczema in children, offering more evidence of the health benefits of having a pet.
Hurricane season 2025: How to prepare your pets
As hurricane season begins, having a plan to keep your pets safe during the severe weather is very important.
82 animals rescued in 2 separate Houston animal hoarding cases
According to the Houston SPCA, the interior of one home was “heavily contaminated with feces and urine, and cluttered with extensive debris throughout the property.”
Rabbit v. squirrel: The adorable showdown we've all been waiting for
A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.
'She knew to save me': Alaska woman says dog died protecting her from moose attack
An Alaska woman is grieving the loss of her 15-year-old dog, Daisy, who died protecting her during a violent moose attack.
Large chicken snake caught on Cypress home Ring camera: video
A Cypress homeowner was greeted to Ring video of a large chicken snake creeping across their front door.
Large chicken snake outside Cypress home: VIDEO
Ring video from a Cypress home shows a very large chicken snake, also known as a rat snake, slithering outside the front door.
Racoons hiding in walls of Austin apartment | Houston Live & Local
Unwanted guests were reportedly found inside of the Trio Apartments in East Austin after a resident said they were "fighting in the walls."
One of Big Bear’s bald eaglets has officially left the nest
Big Bear's beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, are a step closer to becoming empty nesters after one of their two female eaglets took her first flight from the nest.
Here's how to spot and treat allergies in dogs and cats
As spring continues, veterinarians report a rise in pet allergies, with most cases triggered by environmental factors like pollen, grasses, and fleas, while others stem from food sensitivities.
Florida bear takes dip in Gulf, then power naps in condo lobby
The Naples Police Department had an unusual call to report to on Friday.
Denali's live sled dog cam is back with 5 adorable new puppies
Denali's sled dogs work with mushing rangers to patrol the park's 2 million acres of designated wilderness.
Klay Thompson's dog Rocco dies at 13
NBA superstar Klay Thompson's beloved dog Rocco has died.
Galveston lost dog: Father of 3 offering cash reward, prized possessions for the safe return of beloved dog
On Friday, May 16, Cory Lindsey and his 9-year-old pup named Max were in Galveston watching the sunrise.
BARC waving adoption fees this Saturday, Sunday thanks to generous donation from FOX 26 viewer
BARC is waving all adoption fees on Saturday and Sunday, and it's all thanks to a FOX 26 viewer's generous donation.
Cat used to smuggle drugs into Costa Rican prison, video shows
Authorities in Costa Rica say a cat was used in an attempt to smuggle drugs into a prison in Pococí earlier this month.
19 canines rescued from 'Dog House of Horrors' in Katy
Harris County officials have rescued 19 dogs from a home in Katy they describe as “rancid." Investigators say the dogs were abandoned in the home.
Zoo's 'curious' Komodo dragon ingests shoe thrown into exhibit: 'Please do not feed them shoes'
A curious Komodo dragon ate a Croc shoe at the Memphis zoo after a guest threw it into their exhibit.
Cat who went missing from Austin 14 years ago found in South Houston
If a 14-year-old cat, named Trinity, could talk, she'd have quite a tale to tell.
Boxer caught on camera saving French bulldog having seizure
A surveillance video revealed a touching moment as a Boxer named Reggie saved his seizing French bulldog friend, Yogi.