Jeannette surprises Steve with ‘Franklin The Bear’ shirt

'Franklin the Bear' captivated the area earlier this year when he decided to have an outing in a northeast D.C. neighborhood.

Tips to get anxious pets through Fourth of July fireworks

You may love fireworks, but animal experts insist your pets do not. The sporadic, loud noises and bright lights can be very stressful for your furry friends.

Multiple attacks reported at DC dog park

Multiple dog owners FOX 5 has spoken to say their dogs have been bitten at the same park in Northeast, and they feel like they've gotten the runaround when they report the issue. 

13-year-old Prince George's County K9 officer passes away

A retired Prince George’s County K-9 officer has passed away, the police department said Wednesday. 

Arlington County has too many deer. What can they do about it?

Arlington officials said several studies have proven the county has too many deer, and now, they’re asking the public to weigh in on potential solutions.

Police: Stranger 'eviscerated' dog in unprovoked attack at North Carolina park

The dog's owner told authorities that while she was playing pickleball, a stranger came up to her dog, grabbed it by its throat and starting slashing the animal with a knife.

13 parrots found hidden in duffel bags at US border, officials say

Border officials said a 26-year-old man applying for entry into the U.S. had hidden the 13 live parrots in duffel bags in the trunk of the car.

'Dogtorate' awarded to therapy dog for exception service during the pandemic

An honorary ceremony was held earlier this month to recognize the contributions of service and therapy dogs at the University of Maryland Baltimore, including Loki, a 5-year-old Rottweiler nicknamed “Dogtor” who received an honorary “Dogtorate of Medicine.”

Morgan Wallen's son, 2, taken to emergency room after dog attack

Morgan Wallen’s 2-year-old son was immediately taken to the hospital Sunday after suffering from a dog bite on his face.

Your dog may have ‘better health’ outcome if it has a friend, study finds

A new study conducted by researchers from the Dog Aging Project reveals the positive impact of companionship from other dogs on a pet's health and survival.

Firefighters rescue dog that jumped 34 feet from tower at Connecticut state park

Dozens of firefighters helped rescue a dog that jumped 34 feet from a tower at Mount Tom State Park in Connecticut and was unable to walk out of the woods with his owner.