Catfished by a dog: How to avoid online pet scams
Online purchase scams continue to be the most prevalent of all scam types reported to the BBB scam tracker, making up roughly 30% percent of all reported scams in 2022.
Netherlands to ban flat-faced dogs, cats with folded ears due to ‘miserable’ health conditions
People who already own pets with a flat face or folded ears when the ban is put in place will be allowed to keep them until they pass away.
Video: Cat trapped on Ohio interstate rescued by state trooper, good Samaritan
According to Ohio State Highway Patrol, the lucky cat was taken to the Toledo Humane Society and named “Trooper.”
Video: Michigan volunteers remove Halloween bucket stuck on deer's head for '2 weeks'
“Lucky has been released from his pumpkin prison,” the rescue group wrote.
Puppy deemed ‘too big’ finds home after 14 failed adoptions: 'He's perfect'
A North Carolina animal shelter said three people took the puppy home but returned him.
Mother attacked, young son killed by pack of dogs
The four dogs, two rottweilers and two mixed breeds, were put down after the attack.
Mugshot of police K-9 accused of 'stealing' officer's lunch goes viral
A criminal has never looked cuter.
Seal repeatedly wanders out of ocean to explore snowy Maine town
Cape Elizabeth Police said the seal was captured and released back into the ocean three times.
Nearly two-thirds of coral reef sharks threatened with extinction from overfishing as main cause, study finds
The study, published in Nature Communications, shows that 59% of the 134 coral-reef associated shark and ray species are being threatened with extinction, making them the most threatened groups found on coral reefs alongside marine mammals.
Kylie Jenner faces backlash for controversial lion head dress
Kylie Jenner was nearly engulfed by the massive lion head on her Schiaparelli Haute Couture gown at Paris Fashion Week on Monday.
Massive seal running amok in Australia town
A large seal was captured on video running through a small town in Australia this month.
Police investigating 'suspicious' death of vulture at Dallas Zoo
Dallas Zoo officials contacted police to investigate the “suspicious” death of one of its endangered vultures.
Polar bear emerged unseen from Alaska snowstorm to kill woman, baby
As the attack unfolded outside a school, the principal ordered a lockdown and closed the blinds so the children couldn’t see what was happening outside the entrance.
Spike, a Chihuahua mix from Ohio, named world's oldest living dog
Spike’s owner found him abandoned at a grocery store back in 2009. Today, the world’s oldest living dog enjoys spending time with the grandchildren and indulging in his favorite chips.
Oops! California couple ends up in a 'ruff' spot after dog crate mishap
The couple, identified as Stephanie and Jerry Ferrari, were testing out dog crates when the doors slammed behind Stephanie, after she went into one of the crates. She then realized they were all trapped inside.
PetSmart searching for cat and dog 'chief toy testers,' offering $10,000 each
Calling all playful pets: PetSmart is searching for two furry friends to test out new toys and treats while receiving salon treatments and $10,000 compensation each.
Mini horse spotted in car at McDonald's drive-thru
A tiny horse was spotted waiting patiently in the backseat of a car at a McDonald’s drive-thru.
Polar bear kills mother, son in Alaska village, state troopers say
Alaska State Troopers say a polar bear has attacked and killed two people in a remote western Alaska village.
3 grizzly bears in Montana tested positive for bird flu, euthanized last fall
Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a strain of the influenza virus that primarily infects birds, but can also infect humans. The virus is highly contagious and can be deadly.
Scorpion found in bananas turned into learning moment for students
Cafeteria workers were shocked when the scorpion fell into the metal tub being used for washing the bananas.