North Carolina man allegedly participated in sex acts with dog and shared video on social media
Cody William Sprague was arrested after he allegedly participated in sex acts with a dog.
With canine influenza on the rise, pet owners asked to avoid dog parks
Health officials are telling dog owners to be careful and be aware of the canine flu. Mary McGuire shares details on what officials are recommending to keep your pet safe.
‘Bear-y’ lucky: Nevada firefighters rescue bear stuck in tree
Video footage shows the bear falling from the tree into a tarp held by firefighters.
Cow-tastrophe: Niles students set cow loose during 'senior prank'
A cow was seen running down a residential sidewalk in Niles on Thursday after what has been described as a high school "senior prank" gone wrong.
Sheep, 15 dogs voluntarily surrendered in DuPage County
The DuPage County Animal Services team responded to an emergency humane situation late Tuesday night and took the animals in.
Piping plovers return to Chicago beaches
Bird watchers are flocking to Montrose Beach to welcome Imani, a rare piping plover, back to Chicago.
Dogs can join owners for outdoor dining, FDA says
The FDA updated its food policy earlier this year to let owners and their furry friends enjoy eating together.
‘Bear-y’ fun afternoon: Group of bears spotted bouncing on trampoline in Connecticut backyard
Homeowner Olivia Germano uploaded the video to Facebook, noting that this was not the first time the group had paid her a visit.
MLB employees save dog trapped in car's engine compartment after 30-mile trip to Kansas City stadium
A Kansas puppy is helping her Major League Baseball rescuers solidify the testament of how quickly people unite to make things happen in life. Here's BonBon and her tale of unfortunate events.
Dog reunited with family after 301 days with Texas animal shelter
A Facebook post by the Austin Animal Center reunited a dog and her family after nearly a year apart.
Virginia retiree adopts 40 pound cat
Patches was available for adoption for less than a day before a pet lover snatched him up.
Kane County looks to allow patio dining with pets
Kane County is looking ahead to the dog days of summer and reviewing a change that would allow dogs to dine out at restaurants.
Former West Chicago kennel operator has probation sentence tossed after deadly fire
An appeals court has tossed a probation sentence for the operator of a West Chicago kennel where 29 dogs died.
Loons are falling from the sky in Wisconsin
There have been reports of loons stranded on the ground after they fell from the sky.
Poodle revived with Narcan after being found unconscious next to owner in Kensington: SPCA
Toodles, a tiny poodle, was revived with Narcan after he and his owner were found unresponsive on a Philadelphia street, according to the Pennsylvania SPCA. Officials say he has miraculously made a full recovery.
Dog goes viral for uncanny resemblance to Snoopy
The Mini Sheepadoodle has become an internet sensation thanks to her resemblance to Snoopy. The pup’s features are nearly identical to the cartoon dog, including a white face and muzzle, oblong face, round black nose and floppy black ears.
Bear scare caught on North Carolina man’s security camera
The man was on his phone, relaxing, oblivious to the fact that he was seconds away from staring down a dangerous wild animal.
PAWS Chicago credited with 91% decline in killing of homeless pets
Once Paula Fasseas, the founder of PAWS Chicago, discovered that more than 40,000 pets in the city were being killed each year, she stepped up her efforts, growing a volunteer squad that has led to a 91% decline in the killing of homeless pets.
Cook County partnering with local groups to offer low-cost and free vaccines and microchips for dogs, cats
The clinics started April 15 and will be held every Saturday for the next several months.
5 eaglets hatch in Will County nests
Five eaglets have hatched in a Will County forest preserve this month, in what conservations described as a good sign that eagle numbers are continuing to rebound in the region.