Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster

The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.

More than 100 neglected animals rescued from Edison, NJ home after medical call

More than 100 animals were rescued from a home in Edison after police responded to a medical emergency discovered dozens of dogs, chickens, rabbits, and birds living in unsafe conditions, authorities said.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween

Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.

Woman, dog attacked by coyote in Woodcliff Lake, NJ

According to the mayor, the 30-year-old woman was bitten in the arm, leg and back by the coyote.

Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped

Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office. 

Lost and found: Lowe’s store cat's 85-mile journey ends in happy reunion

A beloved Richmond Lowe’s store cat named Francine has been safely reunited with her home after an unexpected 85-mile journey to North Carolina.

Adams backs NYC horse carriage ban but critics call it a reelection ploy

With both political and labor groups framing the mayor’s push as opportunistic, Adams’ effort to ban horse-drawn carriages now doubles as a test of whether reform or reelection strategy drives the debate.

Best neighborhoods in NYC for dog lovers, top dog breeds in the city

More than three in four rentals in New York City now allow pets, but which neighborhoods are the best spots for dog lovers?

Long Island homeowner mistakes Tegu for iguana in wild backyard encounter: Video

According to Strong Island Animal Rescue, the team responded to the call only to discover the reptile wasn’t an iguana at all — it was a Tegu.

Maryland man injured after pet buffalo attacks him

Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.

Long Island trash panda freed after days with head stuck in jar | WATCH

Video captured the trash panda stumbling through the neighborhood on Friday, the jar tightly wedged over its head as it tried in vain to shake it loose.

Data reveals the most popular dog breed in each state

A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.