Animal Society offers $5K reward after puppy shot in foot, cat shot in spine
Veterinarians said both animals suffered severe injuries, and the cat’s prognosis is poor.
Veterinarians said both animals suffered severe injuries, and the cat’s prognosis is poor.
Nashville Zoo welcomes 1st spotted fanaloka born in U.S.
The Nashville Zoo is celebrating the arrival of a pup you've probably never heard of.
The Nashville Zoo is celebrating the arrival of a pup you've probably never heard of.
Why birds sing in the spring
Day length, sunlight and instinct give the birds their seasonal cue
Day length, sunlight and instinct give the birds their seasonal cue
Humane Society demanding release of 80 beagles from animal testing lab with ties to Maryland, Virginia
The Humane Society says 80 beagle puppies are still used in toxicity testing that involves forcing them to ingest a drug via stomach tube every day for months on end. They say the first wave of dogs is scheduled to be killed in mid-May.
The Humane Society says 80 beagle puppies are still used in toxicity testing that involves forcing them to ingest a drug via stomach tube every day for months on end. They say the first wave of dogs is scheduled to be killed in mid-May.
Rat problem in DC sparks calls for investigation from neighborhood group
If you caught Tuesday night’s Washington Nationals game against the New York Mets, you likely saw an unexpected four-legged guest in the outfield: a rat!
If you caught Tuesday night’s Washington Nationals game against the New York Mets, you likely saw an unexpected four-legged guest in the outfield: a rat!
Wisconsin dog tied to hydrant adopted on 1st day available
The Wisconsin Humane Society announced that Baby Girl – the dog found tied to a Green Bay fire hydrant – has found a new home.
The Wisconsin Humane Society announced that Baby Girl – the dog found tied to a Green Bay fire hydrant – has found a new home.
Baby giraffe at San Diego Zoo fitted with braces after being born with limb condition
The calf was born on Feb. 1 with her front limb bending the wrong way. Staff feared she could die if they didn’t immediately correct the condition.
The calf was born on Feb. 1 with her front limb bending the wrong way. Staff feared she could die if they didn’t immediately correct the condition.
Watch: Man saves drowning antelope after elephant alerts zoo staff
A dramatic rescue played out at a zoo in Guatemala City after an antelope fell into a pool of water and began to struggle – and it was all thanks to a vigilant elephant named 'Trompita.'
A dramatic rescue played out at a zoo in Guatemala City after an antelope fell into a pool of water and began to struggle – and it was all thanks to a vigilant elephant named 'Trompita.'
'DC9' eaglet removed from nest, tagged for research purposes
At just six weeks old, DC9 is already a star.
At just six weeks old, DC9 is already a star.
Cat accused of trespassing wins $125,000 settlement, owner calls for policy changes
A Bellevue woman received a settlement of $125,000 after her tabby cat Miska was accused of trespassing in a Bellevue neighborhood.
A Bellevue woman received a settlement of $125,000 after her tabby cat Miska was accused of trespassing in a Bellevue neighborhood.
‘Lost puppy’ rescued by family turns out to be baby coyote
“He was then accidentally taken home by a local family after they mistakenly identified him as a lost puppy,” the Cape Wildlife Center shared on social media.
“He was then accidentally taken home by a local family after they mistakenly identified him as a lost puppy,” the Cape Wildlife Center shared on social media.
Dog tied to hydrant; Wisconsin Humane Society's compassionate response
A Wisconsin Humane Society Facebook post on Thursday morning, May 5 is evoking a strong emotional response – and shining light on a dog now known as Baby Girl.
A Wisconsin Humane Society Facebook post on Thursday morning, May 5 is evoking a strong emotional response – and shining light on a dog now known as Baby Girl.
Fox sightings on the rise across DC region
If you feel like you’re seeing and hearing more wildlife lately, it is not your imagination.
If you feel like you’re seeing and hearing more wildlife lately, it is not your imagination.
Search underway for 'extremely dangerous' coyote that attacked Dallas 2-year-old
A 2-year-old child is in critical condition at the hospital after being attacked by a coyote in Dallas. Game wardens are now actively searching for the animal. The coyote is considered extremely dangerous.
A 2-year-old child is in critical condition at the hospital after being attacked by a coyote in Dallas. Game wardens are now actively searching for the animal. The coyote is considered extremely dangerous.
Look out for tick known to cause red meat allergy in the DMV, health experts warn
Health experts are issuing a warning to keep an eye out for ticks this spring as a certain type is popping up in the DMV and can cause people to develop an allergy to red meat.
Health experts are issuing a warning to keep an eye out for ticks this spring as a certain type is popping up in the DMV and can cause people to develop an allergy to red meat.
French Bulldog stolen in Southwest, police say
Another dog has been stolen in the District.
Another dog has been stolen in the District.
Animal shelters across DC region make adoption easier as many near capacity
Animal shelters across the D.M.V. are at capacity and they need your help to empty them.
Animal shelters across the D.M.V. are at capacity and they need your help to empty them.
2 creatures could cause Rock Creek Park closure to become permanent
If you've been enjoying the extended closure of Beach Drive through Rock Creek Park, you have two creatures to thank for it.
If you've been enjoying the extended closure of Beach Drive through Rock Creek Park, you have two creatures to thank for it.
Dog's personality may not be related to its breed, research finds
Research confirms what dog lovers know — every pup is truly an individual.
Research confirms what dog lovers know — every pup is truly an individual.
Dog of terminally ill Philadelphia woman receives hundreds of adoption requests
Rosie, the faithful companion of a terminally ill Philadelphia woman, receives hundreds of adoption requests from people all over the country.
Rosie, the faithful companion of a terminally ill Philadelphia woman, receives hundreds of adoption requests from people all over the country.