Suspects steal tools, puppy from mobile locksmiths during armed robbery in Romulus
Armed men stole a puppy and tools from mobile locksmiths in Romulus. The victims told police they were called to help a man locked out of his vehicle.
July 4 pet safety: Helpful tips to protect your pets during fireworks celebrations
The sound of fireworks may scare your pet so much that they run off and potentially go missing, something the American Kennel Club says tends to happen during the holiday break.
Dog adopted by Tennessee trooper who rescued her from extreme heat on side of highway
A Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper stepped in to help the dog, who he later named Princess. It was the beginning of a special friendship.
Bison gores man near Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park, officials say
It was Yellowstone’s second reported incident this year of a visitor getting too close to the animal, and the bison “responding to the perceived threat,” officials said.
From burn survivor to ‘superdog’: Taka’s journey inspires patients near and far
Taka was on the brink of death after a house fire, and now his beaming face inspires fellow burn survivors across the country.
Bear gets stuck, dies in hot car parked outside Smoky Mountain cabin
“Bears have noses 7 times better than a bloodhound and can smell even the faintest odor of food inside a vehicle. Lock your doors, roll up your windows, and never leave food or anything that smells like food inside!”
Shark attacks swimmer off California coast
A swimmer was seriously injured in a shark attack on the central California coast on Wednesday, police said.
Grieving dog owner gets surprise when trying to return unused pet food: ‘It was so touching’
Anna Brose said her dog, Gus, recently died from stomach bloat. Days after she tried to return unused pet food, she found a surprise on her front porch.
Man claims pet alligator 'is being held hostage' after she was taken during Michigan police chase
An Oak Park man claims his pet alligator named Karen "is being held hostage" by an animal rescue. The rescue was called by the Lake County Sheriff's Office to help after deputies found the gator in the man's car following a police chase.
Elk, deer poachers nabbed after ‘suspicious’ photo appears online
Wildlife authorities said they were tipped off by a person who saw a picture on social media.
Driver and dog safely rescued from dangling car in Tennessee
A vehicle went over an embankment in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, resulting in a complicated rescue by firefighters to stabilize the vehicle in such a precarious spot.
World's largest recorded freshwater fish: 660-pound stingray caught in Cambodia
Scientists say the giant stingray, measuring almost 13 feet from snout to tail, was caught in the Mekong River in Cambodia.
6 moose hit by vehicles in UP; Michigan DNR urges drivers to be careful at night
Since late May, there have been six crashes involving moose in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Florida man says alligator attacked, ate his dog 'like it was nothing': report
The owner had been playing fetch with his dog when an alligator suddenly grabbed the 40 lb. Lab mix by his head. "Boom, the water just sort-of exploded," he recalled. "He never barked. He never saw it... It took him down like it was nothing."
Lawmakers say this flea collar should be recalled after 2,500 pet deaths
A new report accuses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of repeatedly ignoring concerns about what "may be the most dangerous flea and tick product on the market."
Electronic-sniffing dog helps make pedophilia arrest in Mexico
Hidu has been specially trained to sniff out a certain electronic -- and his skills led authorities to a high-profile suspected pedophile in Mexico City.
Zoo staff forced to intervene after dog enters gorilla enclosure
Staff at the San Diego Zoo safely removed a dog that became trapped in an enclosure with gorillas on Sunday.
Scientists explain how some dogs can remember their favorite toys
Most of man’s best friends recognize toys by sight or smell — but some particularly gifted dogs can associate their favorite toy with words.
Court rules Happy the Elephant is not a person, to remain at Bronx Zoo
New York's top court on Tuesday rejected an effort to free Happy the elephant from the Bronx Zoo, ruling that she does not meet the definition of "person" who is being illegally confined.
Video shows cow taking over office on England farm
“Someone left the door open and she wandered in from the pasture on her own,” the owner said.