‘New baby alert’: Endangered Francois’ leaf monkey born at San Antonio Zoo

Zookeepers at the San Antonio Zoo in Texas celebrated the recent birth of a Francois’ langur, also known as a Francois’ leaf monkey, with footage posted on April 25.

Dogs can join owners for outdoor dining, FDA says

The FDA updated its food policy earlier this year to let owners and their furry friends enjoy eating together.

MLB employees save dog trapped in car's engine compartment after 30-mile trip to Kansas City stadium

A Kansas puppy is helping her Major League Baseball rescuers solidify the testament of how quickly people unite to make things happen in life. Here's BonBon and her tale of unfortunate events.

Australian jockey Dean Holland dead at 34 after falling off horse during race

Dean Holland, a longtime jockey in Australia, died Monday from injuries he sustained when he fell off a horse during a race, Racing Victoria said. He was 34.

Watch: Rescued chimps share hugs after being reunited at sanctuary

Their previous owner kept them confined indoors and was recently sentenced to prison for stealing public funds to pay for his roadside zoo.

Virginia retiree adopts 40 pound cat

Patches was available for adoption for less than a day before a pet lover snatched him up.

Alligator found in NYC park with swallowed bathtub stopper dies, zoo says

“This was a tragic case of animal abuse," the Bronx Zoo said of the alligator, which was found suffering from severe weight loss, anemia, and other conditions.

Taxidermy bird drones aim to assist, advance wildlife research

Researchers hope to expand what they learn from these taxidermy bird drones to improve fuel efficiency in aviation and possibly into assisting space exploration.

Dog goes viral for uncanny resemblance to Snoopy

The Mini Sheepadoodle has become an internet sensation thanks to her resemblance to Snoopy. The pup’s features are nearly identical to the cartoon dog, including a white face and muzzle, oblong face, round black nose and floppy black ears.

Panda on loan from China dies suddenly at Thailand zoo

Lin Hui, a 21-year-old giant panda on long-term loan from China, died suddenly in a zoo in Thailand.

Fostering baby chicks sparks joy for Virginia senior living community

A senior living community in Fair Oaks is partnering with a local farm to foster baby chicks, sparking joy for residents and visitors.

Sloth distracts viewers during ESA’s Juice mission to Jupiter

"Aside from the actual launch, this guy is definitely the star of ESA's Juice telecast," Dr. Nadia Drake said Friday during ESA’s rocket launch of the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer.

Dog supposedly suffered from alcohol withdrawal, animal rescue says

After requiring continuous care, the rescue said it “became clear" the dog was suffering from symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.

Arlington officials investigating rabbits apparently struck by blow darts

The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is seeking information on rabbits that have been found with what appears to be blow darts stuck in their bodies.