Flying with your dog? New CDC rules take effect: Here's what to know
The new dog import rules apply to those returning from a trip overseas with a dog, visiting the U.S., or adopting a dog from abroad.
‘DOGust 1st’ 2024: August 1 is the universal birthday for pets adopted from the shelter
Pet owners who adopted a dog from a shelter or rescue organization but don’t know their furry friend’s birthday now have a solution: DOGust 1st.
Maryland family's dog severely burned, neighborhood child suspected
The Prince George's County Fire Marshal is investigating a disturbing case of animal cruelty involving a family dog that was severely burned with a lighter. The family believes a neighborhood child is responsible for the injuries.
Pets can smell your stress, study finds
A new study reveals that dogs can detect human stress through their sense of smell, reacting emotionally to higher levels of the hormone cortisol in sweat.
'Potty-mouthed' parrot finds home in New York after hundreds apply to adopt him
A foul-mouthed parrot named Pepper has found a forever home after grabbing attention on Facebook and attracting would-be adopters from across the country.
Woman says rescue dog saved her life after ‘high levels’ of carbon monoxide detected in home
“She would not let me sleep,” Samantha Griffin said of her rescue dog, Luna.
Watch ‘mega den’ of rattlesnakes on this live Colorado webcam
The webcam showcases a “mega den" with as many as 2,000 rattlesnakes.
Maryland State trooper rescues dog left in hot car on I-495
A Maryland State trooper is being hailed after rescuing a dog from a hot car on the side of I-495 Tuesday.
'Hero Cat' alerts Maryland family to house fire, dies from smoke inhalation: officials
A cat named Prince is being credited with saving the lives of sleeping occupants of a home that caught fire in Maryland, giving its life to save its owners.
Adopted dog returned 8 years later before finding new forever family
The Pennsylvania SPCA says Max was adopted as a puppy 8 years ago, but “unforeseen circumstances" brought him back to the shelter last week.
Family reunited with missing puppy scared off by fireworks
A Bay Area family has been reunited with their lost puppy after it was scared away by fireworks on the Fourth of July.
This is how much it costs to have a pet in 2024
Many Americans have a pet who they consider to be part of the family. But dog and cat owners don’t always anticipate how much the related expenses can be.
South Padre Island shark attacks injure 4, officials say
Four people were injured in shark attacks on South Padre Island on the Fourth of July.
Runaway horse startles spectators at Takoma Park July 4th Parade
A runaway horse stole the show at the Takoma Park July 4th parade Thursday.
'It felt like a miracle': Family of lost golden retriever Rocky shares impossible reunion story
Rocky, Wiseman's family dog, was lost for two nights before being discovered in a local backyard.
China sending 2 new pandas to US for 1st time in over 20 years
China is sending a pair of giant pandas to the United States, the first in over two decades.
Arlington considers using professional sharpshooters to manage deer population
Professional sharpshooters could be heading to Arlington as part of a plan to manage the county’s deer population.
'Wild Thang' crowned 'World's Ugliest Dog' in Petaluma
The Sonoma-Marin Fair played host to perhaps the globe's most prestigious contest for less than attractive dogs. Friday, an 8-year-old Pekingese named Wild Thang was crowned the 'World's Ugliest Dog'.
Fishermen in Mississippi pull off dramatic rescue of 38 dogs treading water
Two anglers and their fishing guide heard barking from a distance while fishing in Mississippi's Grenada Lake.
Animals 'used for beastiality' among dozens rescued from dilapidated school bus in Pennsylvania: SPCA
Animal welfare workers in Pennsylvania say at least two animals "used for bestiality purposes" were among over two dozen rescued from a ramshackle school bus.