Elephant tusk DNA helps crack down on poaching

A new study suggests that as few as three major criminal groups are responsible for smuggling the vast majority of elephant ivory tusks out of Africa.

Florida firefighters rescue dog stuck in 15-foot hole

Firefighters in the Florida Panhandle saved a dog that had become trapped after falling into a 15-foot deep hole. One rescuer climbed down and created a makeshift harness for the friendly pup, then pulled the dog to safety.

Detroit Animal Care waiving adoption fees for new pet owners this week

The ‘Love Match’ week includes a commemorative photo, a certificate of appreciation, and of course a few treats for the new furry companion.

Koalas listed as endangered species in parts of Australia

Koalas inhabiting the states of New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory will be listed as endangered, according to the Australian Government.

Double donations at Michigan Humane for Feb. 10 telethon

On Thursday, Feb. 10, Michigan Humane will host a telethon to raise funds. And every dollar will be doubled thanks to Purina.

Duck caught on fishing hook rescued from icy Detroit River

Volunteers and the Michigan Duck Rescue and Sanctuary helped save a duck that was caught on a fishing line and hook on the Detroit River.

What did the megalodon look like? Scientists say we still don’t know

Scientists say the megalodon—the largest shark to ever live— may not have resembled the great white shark as the world has come to believe.

Hundreds of golden retrievers gather in Golden, Colorado for annual celebration

The annual Goldens in Golden event took a break during the pandemic but came back in full swing this year, with more than 2,000 golden retrievers estimated in attendance.

Man jumped barrier fence before being attacked by tiger at Florida zoo, FWC report shows

A tiger at the Naples Zoo was killed and an employee of the zoo's cleaning company nearly lost his arm after the man apparently jumped a safety barrier and stuck his arm through the internal fence in the tiger's enclosure, according to a newly released report from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Man desperate to find 4 missing dogs he believes were stolen in Waterford Township

A man is worried someone stole four of his dogs after a Craigslist listing showed dogs matching the description of three of them. The dogs disappeared in Waterford Township.

Northern Michigan man had 164 dogs in home, police say

The 72-year-old man from East Bay Township near Traverse City has been charged with animal abuse and neglect. It required a half-dozen animal control departments to remove the animals.

Scientists regrow amputated frog legs, leaving hope for humans

Researchers from Tufts and Harvard universities said they were able to regrow a functional frog leg and said the experiment will be tested in mammals next.