Rescue of stolen French Bulldog 'Bugsy' leads to underground 'puppy chop shop': deputies
“When detectives started investigating the robbery of a French Bulldog named Bugsy – ripped away from his owner at gunpoint off Hiawassee Road in March – they had no idea it would lead them into a dark, disturbing world of dog trafficking and puppy ‘Chop Shops.’"
“When detectives started investigating the robbery of a French Bulldog named Bugsy – ripped away from his owner at gunpoint off Hiawassee Road in March – they had no idea it would lead them into a dark, disturbing world of dog trafficking and puppy ‘Chop Shops.’"
Pet shelters see adoption slowdown after pandemic demand, here's why
Some shelters have more dogs as pandemic adoptions and fostering have slowed down.
Some shelters have more dogs as pandemic adoptions and fostering have slowed down.
Elder gorilla takes over caring for baby born at Ohio zoo after mom 'did not show appropriate maternal care'
An older gorilla took over caring for a newborn gorilla at an Ohio zoo after the mom could not properly care for her baby.
An older gorilla took over caring for a newborn gorilla at an Ohio zoo after the mom could not properly care for her baby.
Animals undergo cryotherapy treatment at Phoenix clinic for all different kinds of pain
Pet owners are allowing their animals to experience alternative forms of pain management through cryotherapy at a Phoenix clinic, instead of the traditional medicine route. Veterinarians should sign off on the therapy, however.
Pet owners are allowing their animals to experience alternative forms of pain management through cryotherapy at a Phoenix clinic, instead of the traditional medicine route. Veterinarians should sign off on the therapy, however.
Millions of red crabs cover streets on Australia’s Christmas Island
The annual red crab migration has begun on Australia’s Christmas Island and millions of crabs have taken over the streets as they make their way to the ocean to breed.
The annual red crab migration has begun on Australia’s Christmas Island and millions of crabs have taken over the streets as they make their way to the ocean to breed.
K-9 hero stabbed multiple times while taking down 2 suspects wanted for kidnapping, torture of woman
At home, with his family, Sam is called Samuel, Samson, Slam. But after singlehandedly taking down two suspects in the kidnapping and torture of a woman on March 29 of this year — “K-9 Sam” is called a hero.
At home, with his family, Sam is called Samuel, Samson, Slam. But after singlehandedly taking down two suspects in the kidnapping and torture of a woman on March 29 of this year — “K-9 Sam” is called a hero.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Riverside man gets 2 years in prison for slitting puppy's throat, posting videos of torture online
Angel Ramos-Corrales brutalized his 4-month-old puppy named Canelo, breaking its skull and ribs, according to a statement from the U.S. attorney’s office.
Angel Ramos-Corrales brutalized his 4-month-old puppy named Canelo, breaking its skull and ribs, according to a statement from the U.S. attorney’s office.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.