Pet microchip alert: Metro Detroit vets say to re-register chips after business closure

Microchips are a safety net for people who worry about their pet running off and getting lost. But after a microchip company closed its doors, many vets say it is time to possibly re-register your pet's chip.

Endangered gorilla dies at San Francisco Zoo at age 43

 A critically endangered Western lowland gorilla, named "Oscar Jonesy," died on Thursday afternoon following a medical procedure at 43 years old, according to the San Francisco Zoo.

Chewy offers free treats for pets if Eagles win Super Bowl 59

If the Philadelphia Eagles win Super Bowl 59, Chewy said it will give away 59,000 free treats for birds, dogs and cats.

Metro Detroit deep freeze: How rescuers are saving dogs from the cold

The cold weather continues to bring dangerous conditions outside in Metro Detroit. Meanwhile, dog rescue teams are driving around attempting to save animals that may be left outside in the freezing temperatures.

12-foot shark swims into Florida marina: officials

Marine specialists currently are in a Florida lake assessing a 12-foot mako shark that was spotted Friday.

Macomb County man charged with strangling dad's Labrador retriever to death

A Macomb County man came home this week to his 48-year-old son strangling his Labrador retriever. He was unable to remove the man's arms before his dog died.

LA wildfires: California animal shelter flooded with displaced, injured pets

Workers at the Pasadena Humane say they are overwhelmed with full cages and pets in need, but they won't stop helping animals displaced by deadly wildfires burning in southern California.