Troy first responders rescue 6 ducklings from storm drain
Six ducklings are back with their mother after they fell into a storm drain in Troy.
Abandoned dog seen wandering Detroit streets with stuffed toy rescued, now receiving care
An abandoned dog is preparing for a new home after animal rescue groups spent days trying to find her after she was spotted wandering Detroit with a stuffed toy.
Why do dogs panic during storms? Here's how to help your best friend weather their fear
Preventative measures can greatly help dogs suffering from thunderstorm phobia, preventing them from phobic behaviors such as trembling, hiding, ripping up couch cushions, or barking up a storm.
After 10 years in shelter, Happy finds forever home: ‘A bright spot in our lives’
Happy, a 14-year-old husky, had spent most of his life in the shelter, but Angela Boisseau gave him a chance and adopted him.
Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints are posing hazards for dogs
Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.
Detroit Zoo after hours: Single event tickets now available for May adult-only night
This year's Detroit Zoo after-hours event series for adults only kicks off May 19 with the zebra-themed Zoo Brew
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.
Watch: Rescued chimps share hugs after being reunited at sanctuary
Their previous owner kept them confined indoors and was recently sentenced to prison for stealing public funds to pay for his roadside zoo.
Dogs & Beer: Barkside Dog Bar bringing fun, connection for pets and people in Detroit
Enjoy a drink and maybe make some new friends while your furry friend plays. That's the idea behind Barkside Dog Bar, a dog park coming soon to Detroit.
Alligator found in NYC park with swallowed bathtub stopper dies, zoo says
“This was a tragic case of animal abuse," the Bronx Zoo said of the alligator, which was found suffering from severe weight loss, anemia, and other conditions.
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.
What happens to a pony found wandering Detroit street?
Detroit police responded to an unusual call last week – a miniature pony was spotted on the west side. Now, the owner has only a few days to prove he has a legal place to house the animal.
First piping plover returns to Great Lakes for nesting season
The shorebirds return to the same spot and the same nests every year along Lake Michigan. The first bird returning to the region this year has a nest in Glen Haven.
Dog supposedly suffered from alcohol withdrawal, animal rescue says
After requiring continuous care, the rescue said it “became clear" the dog was suffering from symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
Detroit man arrested on charges of burying his dog alive
After a dog was found buried alive in Detroit last fall, the prosecutor charged the owner of the animal. This weekend, he was taken into custody.
Dog bites Home Depot customer in face, leaves victim 'severely injured'
The woman had asked the customer to give her dog a treat in an effort to train the animal.
Michigan animal abuse registry could be on next election ballot
Michigan voters could decide whether the state should create an animal abuse registry and a rally is being held on Tuesday in support of the effort.
Ferndale Cat Shelter looking for homes for dozens of pets rescued from home
The Ferndale Cat Shelter is caring for 45 cats after the animals were removed from a home Tuesday.
Watch: Twin tiger cubs emerge from their den for the first time
The twin tiger cubs, named Alif and Raya, engaged in some "playful rough and tumble." Sumatran tigers are critically endangered and just 350 remain in the wild, experts say.
Ricochet, therapy dog who surfs, dies and leaves heartfelt legacy
The 15-year-old canine helped countless veterans and kids during more than a decade providing therapy in the waves off San Diego, according to her owner Judy Fridono.