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.

Watch: Abandoned dog with head stuck in snack jar rescued in Pennsylvania

One stray pup is safe and sound this week after wandering around rural Pennsylvania alone and with her head trapped inside a plastic jar.

Dog stolen on NYC subway reunited with his owner

Four days ago, a dog was stolen from his owner while he was sleeping on the subway. Today, he was reunited with his best friend.

Iguana spotted on power lines, saved by animal rescuer in Long Island

An animal rescuer is likely being hailed a hero in the reptilian community after climbing up to rescue an iguana that was stranded on power lines in a New York neighborhood earlier this week.

Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads

Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.

'Silent killer': NYC carriage horse Lady's cause of death revealed

A preliminary examination of carriage horse Lady, who collapsed and died earlier this week, found she had a small tumor that likely caused an aortic rupture, according to a statement from the Transport Workers Union of America.

Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home

A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.

NYC carriage horses: History, laws, controversies

Carriage horses have existed in New York City for almost 200 years and have drawn controversy from NY and beyond.

Zoo asks for small pet donations to feed predators

A zoo in Denmark is asking the public for donations of small pets to feed predators at the zoo.

Dozens of peacocks and peahens go missing from Northern California hotel

After a customer at the Ryde Hotel mentioned seeing two men grabbing one of the birds and putting it inside a cage on the bed of a pickup truck, the staff did a count and realized only four of their exotic birds remained.

Watch: Adorable 93-year-old wins hearts with daily walks for his senior cat

A 93-year-old New Zealand grandfather went viral on TikTok after his granddaughter shared a video of him walking his 15-year-old cat in a cart.

Rabies declared ‘imminent public health threat’ in Nassau County

A rise in rabies cases is prompting health officials in Nassau County, Long Island, to declare an "imminent public health threat" – a move that officials hope will help secure resources to combat the spread.

NYC Animal Care Centers reach capacity limit, suspends intake

The Animal Care Centers of NYC is suspending intake after reaching capacity. ACC cries out to New Yorkers for help.