Emergency summit called after multiple horse deaths at Churchill Downs

Seven horses died from training or racing injuries at Churchill Downs leading up to the 149th Kentucky Derby on May 6, including two on the undercard.

2 more horses die at Churchill Downs; total stands at 12 at home of Kentucky Derby

Mare Kimberley Dream was euthanized after sustaining a distal sesamodean ligament rupture to her front leg during Saturday’s first race. Lost in Limbo was euthanized following a similar injury just before the finish line in Friday’s seventh race.

Wayne police introduce new therapy dog, Hank, after previous dog's death

The Wayne Police Department introduced its new therapy dog this week after its previous therapy dog died last fall. Hank will start training next month for his new role.

Detroit man pleads guilty to torturing ex-girlfriend's dog

A Detroit man is looking at a 5-15 year prison sentence after pleading guilty to torturing his ex-girlfriend's dog. Authorities say Julius Holley stole the Yorkie then sent the woman videos of him hurting the dog.

Runaway cow caught after fleeing wranglers onto I-75 in Oakland County

A runaway cow is safe after it managed to get onto I-75 in Oakland County over the weekend. The animal was caught in a gravel pit in Holly before running onto the freeway.

Michigan university adds full-time therapy dog to help students' mental health

Meet Onyx, a 2-year-old black lab with an important mission at Davenport University - providing comfort to students to help their mental health. She will primarily be at the Grand Rapids campus but will also visit the Midland, Lansing, Holland, Warren, and Detroit campuses.

Video shows car plow through doggy daycare

Wild video from a doggy day care in Maryland shows the moment a car plowed through its storefront and narrowly missed two employees.

US government says dogs can dine al fresco but not everyone is on board

Even though nearly half of U.S. states already allow canine dining outdoors, the issue is far from settled, with many restaurants pushing back against the increasing presence of dogs.

Another horse dies at Churchill Downs, home of Kentucky Derby

A horse died Sunday after a race at Churchill Downs, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.