Pets can help slow dementia progress among those over age 50 who live alone, study says
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Christmas Eve tragedy: Young bald eagle dies from gunshot wound in Virginia
A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Eve in Virginia as a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound, causing grief and sparking legal repercussions.
A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Eve in Virginia as a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound, causing grief and sparking legal repercussions.
Watch: Baby sloth gets cuddles from Santa Claus
Aluna is 10 months old and this will be her very first Christmas.
Aluna is 10 months old and this will be her very first Christmas.
Tracking Santa: How penguins also brave arctic temperatures
It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.
It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.
It's not just Santa and his elves in the North Pole, but also beluga whales
Beluga whales are known for their white color and range of vocal sounds, earning them the title of "canary of the sea,"
Beluga whales are known for their white color and range of vocal sounds, earning them the title of "canary of the sea,"
Golden retriever helps raise African painted dog pups after their own mother wouldn't care for them
“Kassy immediately accepted the painted dog puppies and began to nurse and care for them like they were her own," the Potawatomi Zoo in Indiana said.
“Kassy immediately accepted the painted dog puppies and began to nurse and care for them like they were her own," the Potawatomi Zoo in Indiana said.
2-year-old French Bulldog 'Tyson' stolen from home in Southwest DC
Police are asking for help in finding a French Bulldog named Tyson who was stolen from a home in Southwest D.C. last week.
Police are asking for help in finding a French Bulldog named Tyson who was stolen from a home in Southwest D.C. last week.
'You are the father!': Maury Povich declares paternity results for Denver Zoo orangutan
The former daytime talk show host pulled the purported DNA results for the 4-month-old female orangutan named Siska out of an envelope.
The former daytime talk show host pulled the purported DNA results for the 4-month-old female orangutan named Siska out of an envelope.
Overcrowded animal shelters seeing surge in pets from struggling families
The number of animals entering shelters began to climb in 2021, after a pandemic-related dip. Adoptions haven’t kept pace with the influx of pets.
The number of animals entering shelters began to climb in 2021, after a pandemic-related dip. Adoptions haven’t kept pace with the influx of pets.
Study: Chimpanzees recognize photos of friends they haven't seen for decades
Researchers tested 26 apes from three locations: Scotland, Japan and Belgium.
Researchers tested 26 apes from three locations: Scotland, Japan and Belgium.
Pet retailer Chewy to offer veterinary services
Services will include routine appointments, urgent care and surgery.
Services will include routine appointments, urgent care and surgery.
These are the top 10 toxins for your pets, according to experts
'Tis the season for friends, food and more chances for your pets to ingest something harmful.
'Tis the season for friends, food and more chances for your pets to ingest something harmful.
Watch: Abandoned puppies get holiday-themed names
The puppies were diagnosed with parvovirus but have since undergone treatment and are recovering nicely.
The puppies were diagnosed with parvovirus but have since undergone treatment and are recovering nicely.
Watch: Firefighters battle 8-foot waves to save frightened dog in Lake Superior
In a daring rescue operation, firefighters in Minnesota saved a dog from the treacherous 8-foot waves of Lake Superior.
In a daring rescue operation, firefighters in Minnesota saved a dog from the treacherous 8-foot waves of Lake Superior.
Animal shelter seeks adoption for brave dog kicked by horse
An Ohio animal shelter is seeking a loving home for Zoey, a resilient 6-week-old Toy Fox Terrier/Jack Russell mix, who suffered two broken front legs after being kicked by a horse.
An Ohio animal shelter is seeking a loving home for Zoey, a resilient 6-week-old Toy Fox Terrier/Jack Russell mix, who suffered two broken front legs after being kicked by a horse.
Tears flow as North Carolina therapy dog celebrates end of cancer treatment by ringing bell
The faithful dog's significant contribution to the lives of those around him did not need an extravagant cape or a large gathering of friends to be recognized.
The faithful dog's significant contribution to the lives of those around him did not need an extravagant cape or a large gathering of friends to be recognized.
South Carolina dog rescued from tight spot — a dryer vent
Spike, an otherwise happy hound from South Carolina, found himself in a tight spot after the dog became stuck in his owner's dryer vent.
Spike, an otherwise happy hound from South Carolina, found himself in a tight spot after the dog became stuck in his owner's dryer vent.
WATCH: Bear stuck in a tree backs up traffic in Virginia
A bear cub was stuck in a tree near a highway in Virginia earlier this week.
A bear cub was stuck in a tree near a highway in Virginia earlier this week.
Watch: 6 African painted dog pups born at Oklahoma City Zoo
The African painted dog is an endangered species and the OKC Zoo has been caring for the species since 1972.
The African painted dog is an endangered species and the OKC Zoo has been caring for the species since 1972.
Video: Sneezes from Christmas tree lead woman to hidden possum
A Texas woman who heard sneezes coming from inside her artificial Christmas tree found an unwanted guest when she investigated.
A Texas woman who heard sneezes coming from inside her artificial Christmas tree found an unwanted guest when she investigated.