Man partners with Katy restaurant to give dogs a final meal before passing

"People can give us a call or come in bring us a little picture of your dog to put on our board," Hilal said. "If they are in the passing phase, we will give them a half a pound of meat or a burger or something as a last meal, so the dog can have a nice farewell."

Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows

Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.

Invasive ‘jumping worms’ spreading across US

The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.

Wharton Co. authorities search for owner of bull seen roaming for over a month

The Wharton County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the owner of a bull that has possibly been roaming near the 700 block of County Road 216 for over a month.

John Travolta’s son adopts Oscars pup held by Jamie Lee Curtis during Betty White tribute

Jamie Lee Curtis advocated for Mac and Cheese, a rescue puppy from Paw Works, during a tribute for the late Betty White at the Oscars on Sunday but little did she know, Mac and Cheese would find her fur-ever home sooner than expected.

Flamingo that escaped Kansas zoo 17 years ago spotted in Texas

Wildlife officials say one of two flamingos that escaped from a Kansas zoo during a storm 17 years ago has been spotted on the coast of Texas.

Dog helps Ukraine’s Emergency Service clear explosive devices

The dog has helped clear dozens of explosive devices since the beginning of the war, which is stretching into the fourth week now.

Tomball woman frantic to find one of three dogs stolen from her home

"Then it really hit me, when I started watching the others, and they were upset something had happened, but I didn't know what," said Ham.

Military dogs celebrated on National K9 Veterans Day

Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.

Shelter dog turned K-9 hero inspires Netflix movie

There’s a K-9 dog in Rhode Island that has such a remarkable storied past, she’s inspired a Netflix movie. You can watch the trailer here.

Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes

The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.

Photos: Ukrainians fleeing war 'can't leave' pets behind

Everywhere amid the exodus of more than 2.3 million people fleeing Russia’s invasion are the pets people could not leave behind: birds, rabbits, hamsters, cats and dogs.

Firefighters rescue boy stuck in tree trying to rescue cat

A teenager who scaled a tall tree at an Indianapolis park to rescue a cat he spotted high up in the branches ended up stuck himself and in need of a rescue, officials said.

Dogs can recognize their owners just by their voice, study finds

New research suggests that dogs can identify their owners purely on their voice, without the help of sight and smell.

'Hank the Tank,' Lake Tahoe bear, gets exonerated for many home break-ins

A large black bear that was set to be captured and euthanized for allegedly breaking into dozens of Lake Tahoe homes will be spared, state wildlife officials announced. 

Owning a pet may help slow cognitive decline in older adults, study finds

Owning a pet, particularly five years or longer, may help keep individuals sharper as they age, according to a new preliminary study.