Dogs rescued from South Korean dog meat farms arrive in US for adoption

The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”

Deputies looking for loose wallaby in Monroe County

Monroe County authorities are looking for a wallaby that is running free. The exotic animal was spotted in Bedford Township.

Emperor penguins now listed as threatened species

Emperor penguins will now receive new protections under the Endangered Species Act after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says climate change is threatening to eradicate the species.

Metro Detroit county tops list of most deer crashes in Michigan

Most vehicle-deer crashes in Michigan happen in October, November, and December. Last year, there were 52,218 vehicle-deer crashes.

Experimental cat allergy shot may provide longer-lasting relief

Scientists say standard cat allergy shots are impractical and have a new treatment that when combined with regular shots can provide longer-lasting relief.

After being surrendered to shelter, 19-year-old dog showered with love by best friends

Annie, a 19-year-old Labrador retriever mix, is crossing off a bucket list of adventures in her last days at a loving foster home — thanks to two best friends and roommates.

Shelby Township vet arraigned on animal cruelty charge after dog abuse video

A veterinarian who works in Shelby Township was arraigned Friday after a video of him allegedly abusing a dog at his Macomb County home was posted on YouTube.

Detroit Dog Rescue says vandals were trying to steal dogs after window smashed, power cut

Vandals who broke into a Detroit Dog Rescue facility smashed windows, cut the power, and left leashes behind that don't belong to the nonprofit. It is believed they were trying to steal dogs.

Bear mauls 10-year-old boy in grandparents’ backyard in Connecticut

“I heard him yell ‘bear’ and when I looked up, I saw his leg in the bear’s mouth and the bear trying to drag him across the lawn,” the boy’s grandfather told a local news outlet.

Helen, world’s second oldest gorilla, dies at 64

The Louisville Zoo said caregivers had to euthanize the gorilla after her health started declining due to age.

Macomb County veterinarian caught on camera choking, slamming down dog

A Macomb County veterinarian is under investigation after a video posted online allegedly showed him attacking a German shepherd while the dog yelped and cried.