Okefenokee Joe, an alligator believed to be as old as WWII, passes away

An alligator believed to have lived in a Georgia swamp since World War II passed away this summer, researchers announced last week.

World's oldest living male gorilla tests positive for COVID-19 virus

Multiple gorillas at Zoo Atlanta, including the world's oldest living male gorilla, have tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19.

MCSO: Man and teenager arrested, accused of throwing rocks at horses

The owners of the horses started a social media campaign in hopes of identifying the suspects, and as a result, MCSO received multiple tips, ultimately leading to the identification of the suspects.

Nervous otter pups get swimming lesson at botanical gardens

A group of otters were ready to jump in for a swim, but some of the younger pups weren't as eager. It took more than a minute, but the more experienced otters ended up somewhat impatient and took charge.

Arizona Humane Society takes in pets displaced by Hurricane Ida

Six staff members from the Arizona Humane Society met with a team from the Louisiana SPCA in Texas to transfer 26 dogs and 14 cats into their care on Sept. 3, shelter officials said.

Tempe pet rescue gets new renovation
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Lost Our Home Pet Rescue in Tempe is getting a makeover for their cat rooms with the help of Rescue Rebuild, a renovation program for shelters across the country. FOX 10's Renee Nelson reports.

Mangabey monkeys at Wildlife World Zoo
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FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen checks out the Mangabey monkeys at Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park.

Dogs of 9/11: Heroic canines combed debris, offered comfort

Thousands of firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded to Ground Zero, including more than 300 specialized canine search and rescue teams.

Baby American Alligators hatch at Gatorland in Orlando

While this is the first baby alligators of the season, more are hatching every day, Gatorland added. Dozens hatch at the park each year.

Dolphin rescued after getting 'pushed into' canal by Hurricane Ida

A young dolphin was rescued and released back into the wild Sunday after Hurricane Ida pushed the mammal into a canal in Slidell, Louisiana.

Peoria firefighters rescue dog, cat from house fire

Officials say the animals were safe and will be returned to their owners after a house fire broke out near 71st Avenue and Mountain View Road.

Cow gets stuck in tree in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida flooding

Workers rescued a cow wedged in a tree southeast of New Orleans that became stuck following severe flooding brought to southern Louisiana by Hurricane Ida.