Service dogs stolen by 15-year-olds rescued in Prince George's County

Police say two service dogs are safe after they were taken by two 15-year-olds during a car theft in Northwest near the U Street corridor Wednesday afternoon.

One-fifth of reptiles face risk of extinction, new report finds

A comprehensive new assessment of thousands of reptiles species has found that 21% are considered endangered, critically endangered or vulnerable to extinction.

New video shows wild turkey harassing biker along Anacostia trail

New video sent to FOX 5 shows another biker being harassed by the wild turkey that has been terrorizing people on the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail in Northeast.

Wild turkey blamed for attacks on Anacostia hikers

Authorities in D.C. are searching for a male turkey that has been spotted chasing after and even attacking people on the popular Anacostia Riverwalk Trail in Northeast.

'All we can do is pray': Prized horses buried in snow during North Dakota's historic blizzard

"There's nowhere else to put them. They're just going to have to weather it. I got to just pray … this is bad," Hollie Wilson said after a blizzard left seven of her horses shivering uncontrollably for three days.

Police rescue 1 of the dogs stolen at gunpoint in DC

As a result of the carjacking task force detective's investigation, Pablo the dog was recovered from a residence in Northeast, DC this evening, authorities say.

Don't feed birds this spring!

The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota is asking people to not fill bird feeders or birdbaths to help stop the spread of bird flu this spring. 

Sea turtle gets acupuncture treatment at National Aquarium

A sea turtle that arrived at the National Aquarium unable to fully open its mouth to feed itself is on the mend after receiving acupuncture, among other innovative treatments, from the Aquarium’s Animal Health and Rescue teams.

Unleashed dogs in Dumfries causing concern

The concern is mounting for families in a Northern Virginia neighborhood as more and more dogs are running around unleashed. 

Man with more than 100 snakes in Maryland home died from snake bite: medical officials

The Maryland Chief Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed a 49-year-old man in Charles County who was living with more than 100 snakes – including some venomous and illegal – inside his home died from “snake envenomation.” 

Most dog owners are improperly feeding their pets, study finds

A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.

App to assist dog walkers flourishes in D.C.

There’s an app for just about anything these days, including dog owners who are having trouble finding a good spot to run around with their pups.

Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows

Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.

Help needed: Ukrainian zoo continues evacuations after shelling amid Russian invasion

Feldman Ecopark appears to be continuing evacuation efforts and has asked for donations that will not only help rescue the animals and find temporary homes and care but assist in humanitarian efforts as well.