Filly dies from training injury at Santa Anita’s fall meet

So far this year, 19 horses have died from racing or training incidents or other causes at Santa Anita. The track reported 20 deaths in 2020.

Javelina attacks dog near Sunnyslope
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Arizona Game and Fish put out a warning about javelinas last week after one attacked a dog in Oro Valley. FOX 10's Danielle Miller meets with a Phoenix-area man whose dog was also targeted by one.

Bay Area woman battling cancer survives bear attack while visiting Tahoe

An East Bay woman survived being mauled by a bear in North Lake Tahoe over the weekend. She said she wanted to share her story as a warning to others.

Gilbert pet rescue says kittens are being abandoned at shelter by the same woman over and over

AZ Friends for Life animal rescue in Gilbert is asking for help identifying a woman who continues abandoning kittens at the shelter The rescue says there are so many ways to bring in a cat, and this is simply not it.

Scottsdale farm offering program to help first responders heal from PTSD

First responders and veterans now have a chance to take part in some horse therapy to help heal their PTSD, thanks to a farm in Scottsdale.

2 pythons rescued from Peoria home weeks after woman was found dead inside along with hundreds of rats

Crews are expected to finish cleaning out a hoarder house in Peoria that resulted in a rat infestation in the area. Meanwhile, we are learning more about the snakes that were reportedly inside the home.

Peoria hoarder house: Autopsy report released on woman found dead inside
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The Maricopa County Medical Examiner listed the cause of death and manner of death as undetermined after the body of a wheelchair-bound woman was found inside a hoarder house in Peoria that was infested with rats. The medical examiner said the body of 66-year-old Katherine Smith was badly decomposed and mummified.

Timothy the hippo enjoys pumpkins, shares Halloween message to crush Fiona

San Antonio Zoo’s Timothy the hippo chomped on some pumpkins ahead of Halloween and shared a sweet message to his crush at the Cincinnati Zoo, Fiona.

Joro spiders invade parts of northern Georgia

The University of Georgia reported that millions of the bright yellow, palm-sized spiders have cast their webs in “roughly 25 counties” of the state.

Dog scurries through animal shelter in spider Halloween costume

The Nebraska Humane Society posted a video of a dog running through the facility on Thursday dressed as a spider — along with tips to keep your pets safe this weekend.

AZGFD warns to go the other way if you spot a javelina after 2 attacks

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is warning residents walking dogs to go the other way if they see javelina in their path. The warning comes after recent attacks.

Ohio officers hold funeral procession for police dog after sudden death

“It is with great sadness that K9 Brutus, who served the Sheriff’s Office from 2011-2018, was laid to rest today due to sudden health issues,” the sheriff’s office wrote on Facebook.

Explainer: How wildfires impact wildlife, their habitat

Wildlife centers in the U.S. West are caring for animals that weren't able to flee the flames or are looking for food in burned-over places.

US proposes changes to Mexican gray wolf management, allowing more to be released in Arizona, New Mexico

Federal wildlife officials are proposing to change the way Mexican gray wolves are managed in the American Southwest, saying removing population limits and setting goals for genetic diversity will help the endangered species recover.

PETA wants MLB to use 'arm barn' instead of 'bullpen'

PETA has asked Major League Baseball to stop using the word “bullpen” and opt for “a more modern, animal-friendly term“ like “arm barn.”