Australian woman uncovers highly venomous snake slithering in her bed

"Check the bed carefully tonight," warned an Australian snake whisperer, who saved a woman from many nightmares after recovering one of the world's most venomous snakes from her bed.

Georgia biologists shocked to see alligator ‘smiling back' from tortoise hole

A group of Georgia state wildlife biologists received that uncanny welcome after recently looking down a gopher tortoise hole and seeing a 4.5-foot alligator "smiling back."

Eight dolphins die after 'mass stranding' on New Jersey beach, officials say

A total of eight dolphins have died after a 'mass stranding' event on a New Jersey beach - including six who were humanely euthanized after veterinarians found their conditions were rapidly deteriorating,

Here's how Valley students are getting hands-on veterinary care training
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We've seen an increase in pet adoptions stemming from the pandemic, but now we need more veterinarians to care for them. At Western Maricopa Education Center public schools, students in the Valley are getting hands-on veterinary education. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen shows us what they're learning and how a partnership with HALO Animal Rescue is good for everyone.

Dog reunited with owner 2,000 miles away thanks to microchip

When veterinarians in Ohio located the dog's microchip, it showed that she belonged to a man named Jordan, a truck driver based in California.

Phoenix Zoo welcomes 2 howler monkeys
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This is the busiest time of year for the Phoenix Zoo and it's about to get even busier. FOX 10's Danielle Miller introduces us to the newest two members of the family, Howler monkeys.

5-month-old puppy caught in thorny situation can soon be adopted
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According to officials with the Arizona Humane Society, the Great Pyrenees mix puppy, named 'Tumbleweed,' was found stuck in a cactus, and workers had to shave down the puppy to remove the pines and burrs. Tumbleweed, AHS officials say, is one of nearly 18,000 sick, hurt, and abused pets that they care for every year.

Phoenix veterinarian talks about the shortage of pet care providers
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A nationwide vet shortage is taking a toll on pet care across the country. FOX 10's Anita Roman shows you how vet schools are playing catch up. It's a rewarding career if that's what you want to do, and Dr. Brian Serbin says the problem is not enough people are doing the job.

Tucson dog walker suffers broken leg after javelina attack

The 58-year-old was reportedly walking the dog near Craycroft and 22nd in the morning when the javelina charged at them.

Six live Giant African Snails found at Detroit airport by Customs

Six Giant African Snails which were meant to be eaten were found inside of a suitcase arriving at Detroit Metro Airport from Ghana, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.