Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
Happy the elephant, famous for mirror recognition study, euthanized
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
You could get $900 tax credit for owning pets in NJ: Here's how
New Jersey lawmakers are currently considering a bill that would grant dog and cat owners up to $900 in gross income tax credits to offset the rising costs of caring for a pet.
New Jersey lawmakers are currently considering a bill that would grant dog and cat owners up to $900 in gross income tax credits to offset the rising costs of caring for a pet.
Crocodile bites zookeeper at Bronx Zoo
A Bronx Zoo worker is recovering after being bitten by a crocodile over the weekend.
A Bronx Zoo worker is recovering after being bitten by a crocodile over the weekend.
Raaw Energy pet food recall expanded over listeria concerns, reported illnesses
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
Utah firefighters help save millions of honeybees
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
This social media star can't walk, but she loves to drive and dance
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Kiki the sheep drives her own vehicle, changes the radio station, and inspires people across the globe. She’s also certified sassy.
Florida alligator caught on video eating smaller gator at Gatorland
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Nature’s brutal side was on full display at Gatorland in Orlando when startled visitors witnessed an alligator turn a smaller peer into a midday snack a couple of months ago.
Hawaii monk seal rock thrower arrested, to appear in Seattle court
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
The man accused of hurling a rock at an endangered seal in Hawaii was arrested and is set to appear in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
Police use donuts to lure bear from tree in NJ backyard
Local police just proved that some clichés exist for a reason during a “beary” unusual backyard standoff.
Local police just proved that some clichés exist for a reason during a “beary” unusual backyard standoff.
Cherie DeVaux on making history at Kentucky Derby: 'I could not believe that he had won'
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.
Cherie DeVaux made history as the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner when her colt Golden Tempo surged from last place.
Where is Michael Jackson’s chimp Bubbles? The Florida retirement of a Hollywood legend
The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?
The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?
Kitten found stuck inside bucket of glue finds forever home
After he was found stuck in a bucket of industrial adhesive in April, Elmer finally found his forever family.
After he was found stuck in a bucket of industrial adhesive in April, Elmer finally found his forever family.
Dog food recalled over possible salmonella contamination
The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Albright's Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced formula dog food sold to retailers in several states.
The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Albright's Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced formula dog food sold to retailers in several states.
Two eaglets born in Chicago for the first time in over 100 years
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
For the first time in over 100 years, two eagles have been born in Chicago.
34 dogs rescued in suspected dogfighting operation; sheriff’s deputy, 3 others charged
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.
Dozens of abused dogs were rescued from a suspected South Carolina dogfighting ring. Here's what to know.
Rabid beaver attacks boy fishing in New Jersey lake
A fishing trip took a terrifying turn when a beaver went after a young boy in an unusual encounter that was caught on video.
A fishing trip took a terrifying turn when a beaver went after a young boy in an unusual encounter that was caught on video.
Swatting hoaxes trigger zoo evacuations nationwide
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.