Dogs can join owners for outdoor dining, FDA says

The FDA updated its food policy earlier this year to let owners and their furry friends enjoy eating together.

Tennessee dog rescued from cave after falling over 50 feet

A hound named Shaker was rescued near Bean Station, Tennessee, after falling nearly 75 feet into a cave on Monday night, officials said.

MLB employees save dog trapped in car's engine compartment after 30-mile trip to Kansas City stadium

A Kansas puppy is helping her Major League Baseball rescuers solidify the testament of how quickly people unite to make things happen in life. Here's BonBon and her tale of unfortunate events.

Australian jockey Dean Holland dead at 34 after falling off horse during race

Dean Holland, a longtime jockey in Australia, died Monday from injuries he sustained when he fell off a horse during a race, Racing Victoria said. He was 34.

Watch: Rescued chimps share hugs after being reunited at sanctuary

Their previous owner kept them confined indoors and was recently sentenced to prison for stealing public funds to pay for his roadside zoo.

Virginia retiree adopts 40 pound cat

Patches was available for adoption for less than a day before a pet lover snatched him up.

Poodle revived with Narcan after being found unconscious next to owner in Kensington: SPCA

Toodles, a tiny poodle, was revived with Narcan after he and his owner were found unresponsive on a Philadelphia street, according to the Pennsylvania SPCA. Officials say he has miraculously made a full recovery.

Alligator found in NYC park with swallowed bathtub stopper dies, zoo says

“This was a tragic case of animal abuse," the Bronx Zoo said of the alligator, which was found suffering from severe weight loss, anemia, and other conditions.

Dog goes viral for uncanny resemblance to Snoopy

The Mini Sheepadoodle has become an internet sensation thanks to her resemblance to Snoopy. The pup’s features are nearly identical to the cartoon dog, including a white face and muzzle, oblong face, round black nose and floppy black ears.

Sloth distracts viewers during ESA’s Juice mission to Jupiter

"Aside from the actual launch, this guy is definitely the star of ESA's Juice telecast," Dr. Nadia Drake said Friday during ESA’s rocket launch of the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer.

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.