Pets and Animals

An Instagram influencer is facing criticism after a social media video reportedly captured her running off with a baby wombat in Australia.

Vaccines could be a way to suppress bird flu in the U.S. and avoid the slaughter of millions of chickens amid the rising price of eggs. But there are some concerns, too. Here's what to know.

Some of the penguins at the aquarium are in their 30s, which is double the normal life expectancy of African penguins in the wild. 

A “turtle-y" shocking discovery was made at a local airport last week!

A live bat found in Cedar Park has tested positive for rabies. Police believe the bat came into contact with multiple people and/or animals.

A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.

A young girl died after being attacked by stray dogs last week in Turkey.

An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.

Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.

If you're looking to add a new four-legged member to your family, beware of online scammers. A Georgetown woman found herself out thousands of dollars for a dog that never showed up.

A Texas driver, Luis Vargas, is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a lost dog running along a freeway in El Paso around 3 a.m. on February 26.

A first-of-its-kind program offers a unique partnership with the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and the Bartlett prison.