Missouri police dog dies in hot patrol car after air conditioner malfunctions

The Arnold Police Department said 4-year-old Vader passed away from heat exhaustion on Wednesday when temperatures reached the mid-90s that day.

Dead dogs, 2 dozen other pets found in deplorable conditions at Loudoun County home

Loudoun County Animal Services is investigating an alleged dog training center where the remains of several dogs were found, as well as two dozen dogs and cats living in deplorable conditions.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

'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'.