Britain zoo hiring human seagull-scarers: 'Must be an excellent flapper'
"Lively, energetic, fun and, most importantly, an excellent flapper, will be top of the essentials list during interviews."
Kentucky Derby: Mage crosses finish 1st amid drama, deaths
It was the fifth scratch from the Derby in the days leading up to the $3 million race for 3-year-olds. Six horses have died at Churchill Downs in recent days.
22 snakes, 1 chameleon found in check-in baggage by Indian customs officials
Indian customs intercepted baggage containing dozens of animals, including snakes and a chameleon.
Pet of the Week: Cypress from P.A.W.S
Cypress is a 2-year-old girl who weighs about 75 pounds. She's stolen the hearts of staff and volunteers and the Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services is hoping to find her a good home.
Abandoned dog seen wandering Detroit streets with stuffed toy rescued, now receiving care
An abandoned dog is preparing for a new home after animal rescue groups spent days trying to find her after she was spotted wandering Detroit with a stuffed toy.
Blind Como Zoo cougar adjusting to life without eyes
Jasper, a 4-year-old cougar living at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, is adjusting to life without his eyes.
Austin Animal Center takes in 20-dog seizure, asks for public's help
Austin Animal Center says it started the day with 344 medium to large dogs when their capacity is only 272.
4 horses have died at Churchill Downs ahead of 149th Kentucky Derby
Four horses have died after running at the track since Thursday, according to the Louisville Courier-Journal.
WCRAS offering $4 dog adoptions on May the 4th
To celebrate Star Wars Day and encourage more fosters and adoptions, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter will be offering $4 dog adoptions on May 4.
Why do dogs panic during storms? Here's how to help your best friend weather their fear
Preventative measures can greatly help dogs suffering from thunderstorm phobia, preventing them from phobic behaviors such as trembling, hiding, ripping up couch cushions, or barking up a storm.
After 10 years in shelter, Happy finds forever home: ‘A bright spot in our lives’
Happy, a 14-year-old husky, had spent most of his life in the shelter, but Angela Boisseau gave him a chance and adopted him.
Kentucky Derby: Forte is 3-1 favorite at Churchill Downs
Forte, the 2-year-old champion whose 190 points led the Derby qualifying trail, drew the No. 15 post at 3-1 odds on Monday for the $3 million premier race for 3-year-olds.
Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints are posing hazards for dogs
Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.
Watch: Surprised principal darts after bear pops out of school dumpster
A West Virginia principal wasted no time getting away after he unlocked the school dumpster and a bear popped out.
Park rangers: 70-year-old man fends off cougar attack with rock
The unidentified man told authorities that he was hiking through some trees when a cougar jumped out and knocked him to the ground.
Pet of the Weekend: Meet Nom Nom!
Meet Nom Nom at Austin Animal Center, he's a hungry kitty looking for a home.
Hays County Animal Control's small crew fights population growth and call increase
Hays County Animal Control is responsible for investing reports of animal bits, quarantining potential rabies cases, issuing citations and transporting animals to shelters. They say they need more officers on duty to combat the county's population growth.
Pet of the Weekend: Meet Charming!
Charming is a friendly and energetic 3-year-old pooch who loves treats and playtime! He is available for adoption at the Austin Animal Center.
Check it out: Man catfishing in Missouri snags 4-foot prehistoric fish instead
A man catfishing along a Missouri river was surprised when he reeled in an unexpected prehistoric fish.
Humpback whales use sandy ocean floors for exfoliating ‘spa day,’ researchers find
Humans have discovered ways to get rid of old, dead skin cells – and it turns out humpback whales have made this self-care advancement, too.