Dog of the Weekend: Parker at Austin Animal Center
Two-year-old Parker is looking for someone to cuddle for the holidays. This American pitbull terrier loves cream cheese and hugs, and even likes cats and other dogs. So if you're looking for a companion to snuggle up and watch holiday movies with, Parker just may be the pup for you. He's available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
Two-year-old Parker is looking for someone to cuddle for the holidays. This American pitbull terrier loves cream cheese and hugs, and even likes cats and other dogs. So if you're looking for a companion to snuggle up and watch holiday movies with, Parker just may be the pup for you. He's available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
Doctors remove lung from dog that nearly died after inhaling fungus found in soil
An Illinois family nearly lost their 3-year-old black lab after he likely inhaled a fungus living in soil around his home.
An Illinois family nearly lost their 3-year-old black lab after he likely inhaled a fungus living in soil around his home.
United States is short on bomb-sniffing dogs; relies on importing animals from overseas
American Kennel Club: 80%-90% of dogs purchased by government come from overseas
American Kennel Club: 80%-90% of dogs purchased by government come from overseas
A puppy named Bear swims across Hudson River from NY to NJ
Talk about an adventure for one pet! A dog escaped from his owner while out for a walk in Manhattan and swam across the Hudson River to New Jersey, where he was rescued a few days later.
Talk about an adventure for one pet! A dog escaped from his owner while out for a walk in Manhattan and swam across the Hudson River to New Jersey, where he was rescued a few days later.
Firefighters rescue 6 dogs from structure fire in Bastrop County
Six dogs were rescued from a burning building this week thanks to North Bastrop County Fire Rescue and the Elgin Police Department.
Six dogs were rescued from a burning building this week thanks to North Bastrop County Fire Rescue and the Elgin Police Department.
Initial Thanksgiving western monarch butterfly count shows promise with highest total in 20 years
The preliminary western monarch butterfly count found more than 300,000 monarch butterflies across 183 sites in California.
The preliminary western monarch butterfly count found more than 300,000 monarch butterflies across 183 sites in California.
Officials grant Los Angeles girl’s request to keep unicorn
Rules are rules. Animal control officials in Los Angeles County have granted permission for a little girl to keep a unicorn at home, provided she follows strict guidelines.
Rules are rules. Animal control officials in Los Angeles County have granted permission for a little girl to keep a unicorn at home, provided she follows strict guidelines.
Pet of the Week: Clifford from P.A.W.S.
Clifford is a loveable, gentle giant who came in as a stray. He's 1 to 2 years old and is likely a Great Pyrenees mix. P.A.W.S. is hosting Pet Pictures with Santa on Sunday, December 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Best Little Plaza in Texas on E. Main Street in Pflugerville.
Clifford is a loveable, gentle giant who came in as a stray. He's 1 to 2 years old and is likely a Great Pyrenees mix. P.A.W.S. is hosting Pet Pictures with Santa on Sunday, December 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Best Little Plaza in Texas on E. Main Street in Pflugerville.
Roosters in need of adoption after APD busts cockfighting ring
After a court found the owners were engaging the birds in fighting, 43 chickens, nine hens and 34 roosters were seized.
After a court found the owners were engaging the birds in fighting, 43 chickens, nine hens and 34 roosters were seized.
Recent dog flu outbreaks force shelters to pause adoptions
Dog flu cases are on the rise in several U.S. states.
Dog flu cases are on the rise in several U.S. states.
Man sentenced for holding family at gunpoint to steal 5 French bulldog puppies
Christopher Lamont Stimpson posed as a customer in order to gain access to the puppies, which were worth more than $23,000.
Christopher Lamont Stimpson posed as a customer in order to gain access to the puppies, which were worth more than $23,000.
Mountain lion drags dog from Sonoma County home: Video
A mountain lion was euthanized last weekend after terrorizing a Sonoma County home. The lion dragged the dog outside, then returned a day later and killed two goats, the homeowner said.
A mountain lion was euthanized last weekend after terrorizing a Sonoma County home. The lion dragged the dog outside, then returned a day later and killed two goats, the homeowner said.
Dog accidentally sent through airport x-ray machine, TSA says
"When traveling with any animal, notify your airline & know their rules," the TSA warns.
"When traveling with any animal, notify your airline & know their rules," the TSA warns.
Animal safety lessons now available for Texas third-graders
The goal is to make all third-grade teachers in Texas aware of the lessons by the end of next year.
The goal is to make all third-grade teachers in Texas aware of the lessons by the end of next year.
Rabies: What is it, how it’s transmitted, and do you need a vaccine
Less than 20 people are known to have survived a rabies infection without receiving the vaccine series.
Less than 20 people are known to have survived a rabies infection without receiving the vaccine series.
Man who shot Lady Gaga’s dog walker sentenced to 21 years in prison
James Howard Jackson, 20, pleaded no contest to an attempted murder charge and was immediately sentenced to 21 years in prison.
James Howard Jackson, 20, pleaded no contest to an attempted murder charge and was immediately sentenced to 21 years in prison.
'He was crying and pleading:' Woman says her dog was electrocuted at Holiday Magic at The Fair
A Washington woman says her newly adopted rescue dog was electrocuted to death at Holiday Magic at the Fair on Friday.
A Washington woman says her newly adopted rescue dog was electrocuted to death at Holiday Magic at the Fair on Friday.
Photogenic pups help raise money for San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter
The Porch in San Marcos held the annual Santa Paws event to raise awareness, funds and product donations for the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter.
The Porch in San Marcos held the annual Santa Paws event to raise awareness, funds and product donations for the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter.
Cat of the Weekend: Thumbelina at Austin Pets Alive!
Three-month-old Thumbelina is ready to go to her perfect home. This adorable little domestic shorthair loves to wear scarves and little sweaters. Austin Pets Alive! says she is very friendly and really curious, and would be a fun cat to harness, train and take on hikes.
Three-month-old Thumbelina is ready to go to her perfect home. This adorable little domestic shorthair loves to wear scarves and little sweaters. Austin Pets Alive! says she is very friendly and really curious, and would be a fun cat to harness, train and take on hikes.
Coyote attacks toddler outside Woodland Hills home
A toddler was bitten by a coyote in Woodland Hills. Experts say the attack could be related to people feeding coyotes in the area.
A toddler was bitten by a coyote in Woodland Hills. Experts say the attack could be related to people feeding coyotes in the area.