Kitten stolen from Eden Prairie PetSmart, owners plead ‘bring him back’
A 6-month-old foster kitten named Pencil Case has gone missing from an Eden Prairie PetSmart.
Watch: Large shark leaps onto fishing boat: ‘It was crazy!’
Fortunately, the shark managed to wriggle itself free and no one on the boat was injured.
Video: Tiger sharks help lead researchers to ‘world’s largest’ seagrass meadow
Cameras strapped to the dorsal fins of tiger sharks in addition to human surveys helped researchers map out and measure the expansive seagrass bed.
Van Gogh, a one-eared rescue dog, creates art with tongue
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Cat of the Weekend: Atari at Austin Pets Alive
A complete cuddlebug, six-year-old Atari is looking for a family to shower with affection. He is very relaxed, very chill, and is a great companion. Austin Pets Alive says he is very "go with the flow" and would probably be fine in a home with other cats, dogs and even kids. Atari is available at APA!'s Town Lake Adoption Center.
'Groundbreaking' record number of endangered tadpoles sent to Puerto Rico
The San Antonio Zoo's Herpetology team sent over 18,000 Puerto Rican-crested toad tadpoles in late October to be released into the wild, more than triple the previous record.
Lucky, one of the oldest elephants in the US, dies at San Antonio Zoo
Asian elephants on average live to about 48 years, but Lucky lived up to her name. At 62, she was one of the oldest elephants in the United States.
Dog of the Weekend: Porterhouse at Austin Pets Alive
Seven-year-old Porterhouse is in search of his forever home. A consistent staff and volunteer favorite at Austin Pets Alive, this pup is looking for a family to love, preferably a one-pet household. He's not the biggest fan of cats, but would make a wonderful addition to your home. APA! is also participating in Giving Tuesday, a national holiday that encourages the public to donate to local nonprofits and perform good deeds.
Police: Man stole ex-girlfriend's Yorkie and tortured it, sending videos to her
The video is hard to watch and listen to, an eight-pound Yorkie being slammed into a cabinet and then thrown to the bathroom floor. It was then beaten with an iron fireplace poker all while the abuser yells at her to shut up.
Dogs rescued from South Korean dog meat farms arrive in US for adoption
The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”
Pflugerville Animal Welfare Service introduces 'Pet of the Week' Octavio
Rhonda McLendon talks about a cat looking for a forever home and has more details on Adopt a Senior Shelter Pet Month.
Cougar spotted on trail cam in Northern Minnesota
A cougar was captured on camera for the first time by the Voyageurs Wolf Project, the group announced.
'Best feeling in the world': Local nonprofit rescues, re-homes chihuahuas
The rescue is run out of the treasurer's home. They take dogs from shelters, surrenders, and hoarding situations.
Emperor penguins now listed as threatened species
Emperor penguins will now receive new protections under the Endangered Species Act after the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says climate change is threatening to eradicate the species.
Experimental cat allergy shot may provide longer-lasting relief
Scientists say standard cat allergy shots are impractical and have a new treatment that when combined with regular shots can provide longer-lasting relief.
Fox tests positive for rabies in Wimberley
A fox that was found in Wimberley tested positive for rabies. The Hays County Sheriff's Office is asking residents to not touch, pet, or approach any fox.
'Edward Scissorhands' among 20 puppies in Austin looking for forever homes
Some parvovirus survivor puppies are ready to find new homes. Find out how to adopt these cuties.
Good Samaritan rescues dog, puppies found abandoned in Kentucky creek
A non-profit rescue group said the puppies were panicked and crying as they tried to find dry land.
Seeing, listening to birds can improve mental health, study finds
In addition to helping people, scientists say they are also advocating for the protection of the environment and wildlife.
Not from a horror film: When insects turn into ‘zombies’
This horror may seem like the stuff of nightmares, but for many insects and the parasites that turn them into “zombies,” this is just another day in the natural world.