Biotech companies working on a COVID-19 vaccine for cats

Two biotech companies say they have received regulatory approval to begin veterinary trials for a COVID-19 vaccine for cats.

VIDEO: Alpena firefighters in northern Michigan rescue dog from icy river

Firefighters from a northern Michigan town saved a dog that had fallen in icy cold water. A post from the department said just before the firefighter rescued the dog, it gave out a crying howl before going limp from exhaustion.

After facing extinction, Midwestern least tern flies off endangered species list

A hardy Midwestern bird that was once sought for its plumage as its habitat was decimated by dam-building, has seen its populations recover after being on the brink of extinction. The least tern is no longer listed on the endangered species list.

Ben & Jerry’s makes dog ice cream as pet food industry grows

Ben & Jerry's announced that it has launched Doggie Desserts, a specialty line of ice cream that is made for man's best friend.

Future first dog Major Biden getting his own virtual ‘Indoguration’

President-elect Joe Biden’s German Shepherd Major is getting an “indoguration” of his own, thanks to the Delaware Humane Association from which he was adopted.

American Airlines banning emotional-support animals on flights

American Airlines said Tuesday that it will ban companion animals gradually by Feb. 1, 2021. It will still allow animals in the cabin free of charge only if they are trained service dogs.

Puppy nearly thrown into river, saved by Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue after lifetime of abuse

Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue said 'Lux', a 6-month-old puppy, endured serious abuse in his short life but was saved before he was thrown off a Macomb County bridge this week.

Video: Owners wrest puppy from python’s grip after snake lunges from bushes, coils around dog

The video, which was captured by the family’s security camera, showed the puppy sniffing around in the backyard, before a snake lunged out from a nearby bush and coiled itself around the small dog.

Oregon mink farm confirms presence of coronavirus

In the United States, Utah, Michigan and Wisconsin have already reported cases of SARS-CoV-2 in mink.

Squirrel gets drunk after eating fermented pears outside Minnesota woman's home

A woman in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota got a video of a squirrel outside her home who accidentally got a little tipsy from eating fermented pears. 

Ariana Grande to open animal rescue center in Los Angeles 

Ariana Grande, one of the most recognizable names in pop music, announced Wednesday she will open an animal rescue center in Los Angeles.

Florida wildlife investigators bust million-dollar flying squirrel trafficking ring

A group of flying squirrel smugglers has been grounded after a 19-month-long investigation that stretched across the country and as far as Asia, Florida wildlife officials say.

Tennessee fisherman catches bass holding snake in its mouth

Proving once again that the sea is filled with unspeakable horrors, a fisherman in Tennessee reeled in a bass with a snake in its mouth.

Police rescue 'missing' dog that was stuck under owner's reclining chair for 2 days

The 93-year-old woman called police about her missing dog. When officers arrived at her home, they spotted a small face peering out from under the recliner, where the pup had been stuck for two days.

Woman finds 2-headed snake in her house

A North Carolina woman who found a two-headed snake in her house decided to find it a home.