Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.
Watch this adorable rescued sea otter show off her basketball skills: 'Clam dunk!'
Sweet video shared by the Oregon Zoo shows Juno the rescue sea otter proudly dunking the ball, playing catch and twirling for her trainers.
Sweet video shared by the Oregon Zoo shows Juno the rescue sea otter proudly dunking the ball, playing catch and twirling for her trainers.
‘Terrified’ cat rescued from boat after owner’s death
The owner of the boat had been deceased for over a week, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
The owner of the boat had been deceased for over a week, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.
Six cats and dogs killed in Monroe County fire, others saved
A Monroe County family are mourning the loss of six of their family pets after a fire Monday morning. Fortunately, firefighters were able to get other pets out of the burning home.
A Monroe County family are mourning the loss of six of their family pets after a fire Monday morning. Fortunately, firefighters were able to get other pets out of the burning home.
Crickets flood Idaho road as the insects descend on neighboring Nevada
According to local media, six counties in Nevada have been plagued with crickets.
According to local media, six counties in Nevada have been plagued with crickets.
Support senior dogs in Michigan at Gracie's Dog Haven's pet expo at Kensington Metropark
A pet expo held at Kensington Metropark will support Gracie's Dog Haven, a senior dog sanctuary.
A pet expo held at Kensington Metropark will support Gracie's Dog Haven, a senior dog sanctuary.
Michigan state park pet-friendly cabins that let you take your dog or cat camping
Michigan state park pet-friendly cabins let your dog or cat come along for your summer camping trip.
Michigan state park pet-friendly cabins let your dog or cat come along for your summer camping trip.
How to protect your pet when wildfire smoke creates poor air quality
Microscopic particles from wildfire smoke can cause serious health problems for animals, sometimes causing more harm than in humans, experts say.
Microscopic particles from wildfire smoke can cause serious health problems for animals, sometimes causing more harm than in humans, experts say.
Monroe County shelter looking for fosters after rescuing 35 kittens
The cats were discovered after a family member of a homeowner heard the cries of kittens, later discovering seven litters.
The cats were discovered after a family member of a homeowner heard the cries of kittens, later discovering seven litters.
Here are the US cities, states where mail carriers are bit by dogs the most
More than 3,500 Postal Service workers were attacked by dogs while delivering the mail in 2022, according to the U.S. Postal Service.
More than 3,500 Postal Service workers were attacked by dogs while delivering the mail in 2022, according to the U.S. Postal Service.
Detroit Dog Rescue opens new shelter on Detroit's west side
The Detroit Dog Rescue (DDR) has found a new home on Detroit's West Side, thanks to the support of the community.
The Detroit Dog Rescue (DDR) has found a new home on Detroit's West Side, thanks to the support of the community.
Watch: Chimp 'infatuated' with newborn at zoo builds nest for 'pretend baby'
"Zola has always had a very maternal side and we have often caught her playing with rocks and building nests for her stones, even picking them up and carrying in her leg pocket."
"Zola has always had a very maternal side and we have often caught her playing with rocks and building nests for her stones, even picking them up and carrying in her leg pocket."
Watch: Family dog scares off black bear from New York home
A black bear wandered into a home in upstate New York, and a security camera captured Harper the dog bravely rushing toward the animal, scaring it away.
A black bear wandered into a home in upstate New York, and a security camera captured Harper the dog bravely rushing toward the animal, scaring it away.
Connecticut bakery workers left terrified after hungry black bear barges in, steals 60 cupcakes
Video shows the bear dragging a container of cupcakes from the bakery garage into the parking lot. The animal ate 60 cupcakes in total.
Video shows the bear dragging a container of cupcakes from the bakery garage into the parking lot. The animal ate 60 cupcakes in total.
Michigan lawmakers consider amending bill in order to outlaw certain surgical procedures for cats
Opponents of the bans argue that sometimes declawing is appropriate for cats and their owners
Opponents of the bans argue that sometimes declawing is appropriate for cats and their owners
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.
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.
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.
Michigan state park dog-friendly beaches: Where your pet can take a swim
Some Michigan state parks and recreation area shorelines allow pets, so you don't need to leave your dog behind on your beach day.
Some Michigan state parks and recreation area shorelines allow pets, so you don't need to leave your dog behind on your beach day.
Smuggled parrot eggs survive harrowing journey from Central America: 'Hand-raised babies'
Faint chirping inside a carry-on bag at the Miami airport caught the attention of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
Faint chirping inside a carry-on bag at the Miami airport caught the attention of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
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.
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.