City council passes guinea pig sales ban in NYC

The bill would not prohibit the adoption of the popular pets from local animal shelters and rescue groups.

Dog supposedly suffered from alcohol withdrawal, animal rescue says

After requiring continuous care, the rescue said it “became clear" the dog was suffering from symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.

'Sloth Encounters' pet shop owner opposes proposed NY exotic animal ban

Newly introduced legislation would ban the sale of sloths, along with whales, elephants, hyenas, zebras and walruses in New York state.

Watch: Twin tiger cubs emerge from their den for the first time

The twin tiger cubs, named Alif and Raya, engaged in some "playful rough and tumble." Sumatran tigers are critically endangered and just 350 remain in the wild, experts say.

Ricochet, therapy dog who surfs, dies and leaves heartfelt legacy

The 15-year-old canine helped countless veterans and kids during more than a decade providing therapy in the waves off San Diego, according to her owner Judy Fridono.

California deputies use tax dollars to travel 500 miles, cross 6 counties to kill pet goat: Lawsuit

A mother of a 9-year-old is suing the Shasta District Fair and Event Center (Shasta Fair Association), the County of Shasta, and the Shasta County Sheriff's Department after allegedly seizing a pet goat named Cedar and slaughtering it, according to a lawsuit.

Infants exposed to pet dogs or cats may develop fewer food allergies, study finds

The study showed dog exposure was estimated to reduce the risk of egg, milk and nut allergies, while cat exposure was estimated to reduce the risk of egg, wheat and soybean allergies.

Horse racing's national anti-doping program starts

Horse racing’s efforts to clean up the sport and level the playing field take another step forward Monday with the launch of a new anti-doping program.

Upper East Side launches 'curb your dog' contest

Dog poop on the sidewalk has become a major frustration for New Yorkers across the city, but especially on the Upper East Side.