'I never lost hope': Washington woman quits job, searches 57 days to find missing dog

After quitting her job, a Washington woman’s 57-day search for her missing dog ended in tears of happiness when they were finally reunited in a Montana subdivision.

Animal hospital treats 4 baby squirrels bound by their tails

A Connecticut animal hospital says they’re treating four baby squirrels found tied together by their tails in a bizarre act of animal abuse.

Where have the wild birds gone? 3 billion fewer than 1970

North America's skies are lonelier and quieter as nearly 3 billion fewer wild birds soar in the air than in 1970, a comprehensive study shows.

Kansas man moves into animal shelter to help get dog adopted

A Kansas man went above and beyond to help man's best friend -- even moving into an animal shelter to comfort a dog in need of adoption.

Video: Bobo, a once-lost dog, is ecstatic when finding owner

When Anthony lost his dog Bobo, it was with the help of friends and the Memphis (Tennessee) Animal Services that the two were able to have an ecstatic, heartfelt reunion on September 12.

DC Police needs your help naming their newest mounted horse

The Metropolitan Police Department's Horse Mounted Unit now has 2,000 pounds of extra reinforcement on their squad.

'Pawfficer' reporting for duty: Adorable kitten joins ranks at Arkansas police department

A rescue kitten has become the newest member of a police department in Arkansas, whose duties include but are not limited to looking cute and bringing happiness to his community.

Gainesville firefighters rescue dog trapped under rubble in Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian

A dog that was trapped underneath debris in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian devastated the island nation has been rescued thanks to a group of Florida firefighters. 

Dog mimics 'old school' siren at nearby fire station

A dog that lives near a New York fire station learned to mimic the "old school" alarm used by firefighters.

Beached whale in Ocean City dies

UPDATE (1:30 P.M.): Ocean City Today reports that the beached whale in Ocean City is dead, citing a National Aquarium veterinarian on the scene.

One third of pet owners prefer furry friends over their own kids, survey finds

There's no doubt that most pet owners adore their furry family members. In fact, some even consider them their children....but that could be bad news for their own flesh and blood.

Florida school finds stowaway in student's backpack: a bearded dragon

It would have made for a very interesting show and tell but this little creature didn't even make it out of its backpack into a Florida classroom.