Newborn elephant at National Zoo gets her name
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo says its newest arrival, a female Asian elephant born earlier this month, now officially has a name.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo says its newest arrival, a female Asian elephant born earlier this month, now officially has a name.
Left behind at Las Vegas airport, dog ‘JetBlue’ now has a forever home
A dog that was tied to a baggage sizer and abandoned at a Las Vegas airport earlier this month has found a new home with the police officer who helped rescue him.
A dog that was tied to a baggage sizer and abandoned at a Las Vegas airport earlier this month has found a new home with the police officer who helped rescue him.
Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Photos: Wolfdog joins race, crosses finish line at Olympic ski event
A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.
A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.
Dog found tied, abandoned at Las Vegas airport; owner arrested at gate
A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.
A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.
Multi-agency federal effort cracking down on abusive dog breeders and dogfighting rings
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
How people treat their pets is a good indicator of how they treat others, study finds
When it comes to relationships, a new study by Rover finds that pets are the ultimate green flag and how someone treats their pet is how they will treat others.
When it comes to relationships, a new study by Rover finds that pets are the ultimate green flag and how someone treats their pet is how they will treat others.
Puppy Bowl 2026: What time, how to watch
Puppy Bowl XXII, the fluffiest day in football, is here.
Puppy Bowl XXII, the fluffiest day in football, is here.
WATCH: Coyote eyes off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach
A video showing a coyote watching off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach is getting attention as people share more coyote sightings online across Chicago.
A video showing a coyote watching off-leash dogs at Montrose Beach is getting attention as people share more coyote sightings online across Chicago.
Amazon’s Ring expands AI-powered network to help locate lost dogs
Amazon’s Ring is rolling out a feature to help locate missing dogs – and it’s available even to people who don’t own the company's devices.
Amazon’s Ring is rolling out a feature to help locate missing dogs – and it’s available even to people who don’t own the company's devices.
Asian elephant calf born at National Zoo for first time in nearly 25 years
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
The National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is celebrating the birth of a very special addition to the family this month!
Watch: Florida man gathers ‘blanket’ of frozen iguanas during cold snap
A group of Florida influencers took advantage of rare freezing temperatures in the Sunshine State to make a "blanket" of cold-stunned iguanas.
A group of Florida influencers took advantage of rare freezing temperatures in the Sunshine State to make a "blanket" of cold-stunned iguanas.
Drone team helps find missing Fishtown dog Benji after major snowstorm
A fluffy dog named Benji became a social media sensation after escaping from his Fishtown home during one of the biggest snowstorms Philadelphia has seen in years.
A fluffy dog named Benji became a social media sensation after escaping from his Fishtown home during one of the biggest snowstorms Philadelphia has seen in years.
FDA issues advisory after tests of Raaw Energy dog reveal bacteria contamination, company refuses to recall
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory after testing samples of Raaw Energy dog food showed the presence of harmful bacteria.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an advisory after testing samples of Raaw Energy dog food showed the presence of harmful bacteria.
FDA approves drug to treat dogs with idiopathic epilepsy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause.
Juvenile humpback whale found dead and bloated near Bethany Beach
A 30-foot juvenile humpback whale was found dead near Bethany Beach prompting plans for MERR to conduct a necropsy to find the cause of death once the whale is moved.
A 30-foot juvenile humpback whale was found dead near Bethany Beach prompting plans for MERR to conduct a necropsy to find the cause of death once the whale is moved.
Giraffe dies at Toronto zoo in 'sudden and tragic' accident
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo welcomes 2 sloth bear cubs
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is celebrating the birth of two sloth bear cubs.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is celebrating the birth of two sloth bear cubs.
From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.