Person contracts Black Plague from cat in Oregon, how likely is that in Texas?
A person in Oregon was recently diagnosed with the Black Plague. Health officials say that's the first case in the state since 2015, and the patient was likely infected by their symptomatic pet cat. But, how likely is it to come to Texas?
Pet of the Weekend: Jean Luc at TX Humane Heroes
Jean Luc is just over six years old. He's super affectionate, a classic lap and shoulder cat, and he's looking for his forever family.
Adopt Minnie at Texas Humane Heroes!
Minnie is a goofy sweetheart looking for her forever home! She is available for adoption at Texas Humane Heroes.
Super Bowl predictions: Zoo animals across US choose between Chiefs and 49ers
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'There's a kangaroo in my apartment': Kangaroo runs rampant in Tampa before deputies' capture
A Tampa resident spotted an unusual sight in the Sunshine State - a kangaroo on the loose! The kangaroo ran rampant through a Tampa apartment complex.
Massachusetts police K9 tracks scent for over 2 miles to find missing 12-year-old in freezing cold
K9 Biza and her handler, Auburn Police Officer David Ljunggren, were deployed, and the dog eventually picked up a scent.
Ingo the flamingo, famous Berlin zoo resident, dies age 75 – and maybe older
The Berlin Zoo is mourning Ingo the flamingo, its oldest resident, who died at what is believed to be at least 75 years of age and had lived there since the mid-1950s.
Officer replaces therapy pig for young boy after tragic animal attack
A Kansas police officer stepped in to replace a therapy pig for a young boy after the original one was attacked by another animal.
Woman, 68, dies in dog attack despite brave neighbors' efforts to save her life
A tragic incident unfolded in England's Jaywick neighborhood as 68-year-old Esther Martin succumbed to injuries inflicted by two dogs despite valiant efforts from neighbors to save her.
Adopt Bootsie at Austin Animal Center
Bootsie is looking for a lap to lay on and people to cuddle with. She is available for adoption at Austin Animal Center.
Dog stolen from Austin Pets Alive! returned to the shelter
Austin Pets Alive! says a dog stolen from the shelter was returned on Saturday and appeared to be well taken care of. The dog, named Frisco, is available for foster or adoption.
Zoos keep up Valentine's Day tradition of naming cockroaches and animals after exes and loved ones
Zoos throughout the country are continuing the unorthodox Valentine’s Day tradition of allowing visitors to name animals and critters after their exes.
Adopt Bambino at Austin Animal Center!
Bambino is a sweet pooch looking for his forever home. He is available for adoption at Austin Animal Center.
Pet of the Week: Zach
Zach, from the Pflugerville Animal Shelter, is looking for his forever home. He's great with people (including kids) and dogs.
Groundhog Day 2024: How accurate is Punxsutawney Phil?
The famous groundhog has been at it since the 1880s and will continue his tradition of predicting the weather on Friday morning. Here's his accuracy rate.
Council updates Austin's policy on shelter dogs with severe bite history
Austin City Council voted on Thursday to update the Austin Animal Center's policy on dogs with a severe bite history.
Watch: Brave 12-year-old swings massive snake to save her pet guinea pig
"Didn’t even think it through," Rosie said later. "I was just like, ‘grab the snake, grab the snake.’"
City of Austin could change the method for scaling dog bites
Austin City Council members are set to consider adopting a new method to rank dog bites, which would impact how the Austin Animal Center handles aggressive dogs.
Puppy Bowl 2024: Meet the adorable dogs competing in the 20th anniversary event
Puppy Bowl XX will feature 131 puppies from 73 shelters across the country.
Dogs with bite history should be euthanized, Austin city staffers say
The City of Austin wants to euthanize more dogs with bite histories, and other unlawful animals.