Invasive acid-spewing crazy ants population control possible with fungus, scientists say
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
Owner of NY animal rescue admits to stealing donations: DA
Authorities say that between January and December 2020, Lisa Marie Birdsall stole nearly $18,000 in donations made to Recycled Paws Rescue in Westchester County.
Authorities say that between January and December 2020, Lisa Marie Birdsall stole nearly $18,000 in donations made to Recycled Paws Rescue in Westchester County.
Mother Nature helps man snag 140-pound record-monster in Missouri lake
An Illinois man now holds the Missouri paddlefish state record, and he can thank Mother Nature for some of that title.
An Illinois man now holds the Missouri paddlefish state record, and he can thank Mother Nature for some of that title.
7-year-old boy pens sweet letters for future adopters of his foster dog
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
National Puppy Day: Top dog names, adopted breeds by state
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
Russia-Ukraine war: NY-based group helping refugees with pets
Paws of War, a Long Island-based nonprofit, has set up shop in Romania and Poland along the Ukraine border to help refugees coming with their pets.
Paws of War, a Long Island-based nonprofit, has set up shop in Romania and Poland along the Ukraine border to help refugees coming with their pets.
Dog helps Ukraine’s Emergency Service clear explosive devices
The dog has helped clear dozens of explosive devices since the beginning of the war, which is stretching into the fourth week now.
The dog has helped clear dozens of explosive devices since the beginning of the war, which is stretching into the fourth week now.
Tomball woman frantic to find one of three dogs stolen from her home
"Then it really hit me, when I started watching the others, and they were upset something had happened, but I didn't know what," said Ham.
"Then it really hit me, when I started watching the others, and they were upset something had happened, but I didn't know what," said Ham.
Spring's hidden dangers that could be deadly to your pets
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month and also offers a good way to help educate pet owners on the dangers of accidental pet poisonings and how to prevent them.
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month and also offers a good way to help educate pet owners on the dangers of accidental pet poisonings and how to prevent them.
Animal rescue group works to save pets from Ukraine war zone, and reunite them with owners
They are working with shelters across Europe to get animals safely across the border and reuniting any pets - with refugee families. And now – they’re assisting with a struggling children’s hospital.
They are working with shelters across Europe to get animals safely across the border and reuniting any pets - with refugee families. And now – they’re assisting with a struggling children’s hospital.
Connecticut police dog gets bulletproof vest
A police dog that serves with the Connecticut State Police now has body armor for protection on the job.
A police dog that serves with the Connecticut State Police now has body armor for protection on the job.
Iditarod winner: Brent Sass wins 50th anniversary race
Brent Sass crossed the finish line Tuesday morning in Nome, Alaska with a time of 8 days, 14 hours, 38 minutes, and 43 seconds to win the 50th running of the Iditarod sled dog race.
Brent Sass crossed the finish line Tuesday morning in Nome, Alaska with a time of 8 days, 14 hours, 38 minutes, and 43 seconds to win the 50th running of the Iditarod sled dog race.
Labs still reign as America's most popular dog breed; newcomer ranks top 5
Labrador retrievers are still man's top best friend in the U.S., but a certain breed just strutted its way into the top five for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
Labrador retrievers are still man's top best friend in the U.S., but a certain breed just strutted its way into the top five for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
Baby quokka peeks out of mom's pouch, makes debut at Australia zoo
A baby quokka made its debut appearance at a zoo in Australia, peeking out of its mom's pouch for the first time on Friday.
A baby quokka made its debut appearance at a zoo in Australia, peeking out of its mom's pouch for the first time on Friday.
Military dogs celebrated on National K9 Veterans Day
Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.
Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.
Shelter dog turned K-9 hero inspires Netflix movie
There’s a K-9 dog in Rhode Island that has such a remarkable storied past, she’s inspired a Netflix movie. You can watch the trailer here.
There’s a K-9 dog in Rhode Island that has such a remarkable storied past, she’s inspired a Netflix movie. You can watch the trailer here.
Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes
The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.
The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.
Photos: Ukrainians fleeing war 'can't leave' pets behind
Everywhere amid the exodus of more than 2.3 million people fleeing Russia’s invasion are the pets people could not leave behind: birds, rabbits, hamsters, cats and dogs.
Everywhere amid the exodus of more than 2.3 million people fleeing Russia’s invasion are the pets people could not leave behind: birds, rabbits, hamsters, cats and dogs.
Man caught with more than 50 live reptiles under his clothes at San Diego border crossing
Border Patrol recently found 52 live reptiles stuffed inside a man's jacket and pants.
Border Patrol recently found 52 live reptiles stuffed inside a man's jacket and pants.
New FDA approved drug could help cure mast cell tumors in dogs
A new FDA-approved drug claims to cure most mast cell tumors, in some cases with only a single injection.
A new FDA-approved drug claims to cure most mast cell tumors, in some cases with only a single injection.