Canada's last killer whale in captivity dies at Marineland theme park

A killer whale at Marineland and the last captive orca in Canada, who has swam alone in her tank for more than a decade, has died.

Arizona man indicted, accused of trying to sell tiger cub on social media

Phoenix Police say 25-year-old Carlos Alcaraz was arrested after officers negotiated the sale of the animal before serving a search warrant at a home near 27th Avenue and Baseline Road.

Dr. John Hermann's low-cost clinic plans to reopen after beloved Metro Detroit vet's death

When Dr. John Hermann, a well-known vet in Metro Detroit, died people were concerned about who would provide low-cost care to pets since he ran affordable wellness clinics.

Pet 7-foot gator removed from Texas home

A woman stole the alligator while she was volunteering at a zoo and raised the reptile as a pet for more than 20 years.

New service animal laws enabling better training for pets in Michigan

Pets make the best companions and even better partners when an extra set of paws is needed to keep someone safe. A new law passed last year will help their training even more.

Elephants in US zoos face uncertain future without breeding

Some larger zoos have phased out elephant exhibits, but one California zoo is updating its Africa exhibit and working with an organization on breeding.

Spencer, beloved Boston Marathon dog, dies after cancer battles

Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.

Emotional video helps hound get forever home after 7 years at shelter

A woman who follows the shelter on Facebook had seen posts about Mitch in the past, but the emotional video "convinced her to give Mitch a forever home."

‘We regret our mistake’: Animal shelter accidentally euthanizes dog

A North Carolina woman said she took her dog to the shelter to be quarantined after the animal bit someone. But a fatal mistake left her to mourn the loss of her pet.