Should elephants be considered people? A Colorado court may decide
An animal rights group has asked the court to decide whether five elephants that have lived at the same Colorado zoo for decades are considered persons under the law.
An animal rights group has asked the court to decide whether five elephants that have lived at the same Colorado zoo for decades are considered persons under the law.
Photos: Polish zoo celebrates birth of critically endangered Sumatran tigers
A Polish zoo is celebrating the birth of four bright-eyed Sumatran tiger cubs in what’s being hailed as “a breeding success on a global scale."
A Polish zoo is celebrating the birth of four bright-eyed Sumatran tiger cubs in what’s being hailed as “a breeding success on a global scale."
Man accused of tying up dog to pole on I-75 ahead of Hurricane Milton charged: ‘They will face the music’
A man has been arrested and his dog, who troopers say was tied to a pole on I-75 in belly-deep water ahead of Hurricane Milton, is safe at a Tallahassee animal shelter.
A man has been arrested and his dog, who troopers say was tied to a pole on I-75 in belly-deep water ahead of Hurricane Milton, is safe at a Tallahassee animal shelter.
'What do you mean you're sorry?': Man wants answers after pet died while in care of sitter hired on Rover
What began as a day at the Grand Canyon for a Buckeye man ended in tragedy, as his pet died while he was in the care of a dogsitter who he hired via a website named Rover. Now, the man is seeking justice for what happened.
What began as a day at the Grand Canyon for a Buckeye man ended in tragedy, as his pet died while he was in the care of a dogsitter who he hired via a website named Rover. Now, the man is seeking justice for what happened.
Dog rescued by troopers on I-75 ahead of Hurricane Milton not reunited with family despite rumors: LCHS
A dog who gained national attention after being rescued by a state trooper who found him tied to a pole in belly-high water as Hurricane Milton approached is safe at the Leon County Humane Society.
A dog who gained national attention after being rescued by a state trooper who found him tied to a pole in belly-high water as Hurricane Milton approached is safe at the Leon County Humane Society.
Overnight animal rescue brings pets to NYC shelter before Hurricane Milton
Following Hurricane Helene and in anticipation of Hurricane Milton, dogs and cats were driven overnight to an animal shelter in New York City.
Following Hurricane Helene and in anticipation of Hurricane Milton, dogs and cats were driven overnight to an animal shelter in New York City.
Raccoon crisis averted: WA woman stops feeding animals, they clear out
A group of more than 100 raccoons surrounding a Poulsbo woman’s home will not be euthanized, as they have started to disperse after the woman stopped feeding them.
A group of more than 100 raccoons surrounding a Poulsbo woman’s home will not be euthanized, as they have started to disperse after the woman stopped feeding them.
Zoo mourns death of baby giraffe after tragic leg fracture
The Abilene Zoo in Texas is mourning the loss of Zahara, a baby giraffe who died on October 2 after suffering a severe leg fracture.
The Abilene Zoo in Texas is mourning the loss of Zahara, a baby giraffe who died on October 2 after suffering a severe leg fracture.
Joshua the goat escapes pumpkin patch to join town's half-marathon
Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.
Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star: Meet these other adorable animals stealing hearts
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.
Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo, sparks viral makeup trend
Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.
Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.
Petco shifts to adoption-only for rabbits amid pressure from advocacy group
The decision aligns with the company's "Think Adoption First" philosophy, which encourages customers to adopt rather than buy pets.
The decision aligns with the company's "Think Adoption First" philosophy, which encourages customers to adopt rather than buy pets.
DRAMATIC VIDEO: 8 escaped rodeo bulls run through crowd, into town
Eight bulls escaped a rodeo in North Attleboro, Massachusetts Sunday, and one is still missing.
Eight bulls escaped a rodeo in North Attleboro, Massachusetts Sunday, and one is still missing.
Rhino undergoes world's 1st surgery for fractured leg at England’s Knowsley Safari
A young rhino named Amara at England’s Knowsley Safari recently underwent the world's first surgery for a fractured leg.
A young rhino named Amara at England’s Knowsley Safari recently underwent the world's first surgery for a fractured leg.
NYPD welcomes nearly two dozen K-9 officers
The NYPD has recruited some "pawfect" new members of the force! Nearly two dozen dogs are now officially K-9 officers.
The NYPD has recruited some "pawfect" new members of the force! Nearly two dozen dogs are now officially K-9 officers.
Giant, flying Joro spiders spotted near NJ: What to do if you see one, map
The large and vividly colored Joro spiders are making their way north and the question isn't if they're coming to the NYC area -- it's when. Here's how to find them, and what to do if one bites you.
The large and vividly colored Joro spiders are making their way north and the question isn't if they're coming to the NYC area -- it's when. Here's how to find them, and what to do if one bites you.
NYC Parks Department proposes new fines for abandoning pets in public parks
The city's Parks Department is taking a stand against pet abandonment, with a new proposal that could see offenders face significant fines.
The city's Parks Department is taking a stand against pet abandonment, with a new proposal that could see offenders face significant fines.
Australia aquarium hosts adorable gender-reveal party for penguin chick
Sea Life Melbourne in Australia hosted a playful gender-reveal party for Pesto, a popular king penguin chick.
Sea Life Melbourne in Australia hosted a playful gender-reveal party for Pesto, a popular king penguin chick.
New York man facing charges after illegally owning 13-foot pet snake
The snake's owner admitted he was not prepared for how fast his pet would grow and that he recognized he could no longer care for it, authorities said.
The snake's owner admitted he was not prepared for how fast his pet would grow and that he recognized he could no longer care for it, authorities said.
80 animals shot to death in California, 1 man arrested: sheriff
Deputies found about 80 miniature horses, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks and other types of birds had been killed.
Deputies found about 80 miniature horses, goats, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, ducks and other types of birds had been killed.