'Despicable and horrific’: Florida man accused of starving dogs, drinks detergent to avoid going to jail

The Brevard County Sheriff said he would like to put a man under the jail instead of inside it after deputies discovered two emaciated dogs lying paralyzed next to a bag of unopened dog food inside the man’s home. 

Fire code changes in Georgetown following death of 75 dogs at pet resort

Many people have advocated for changes to Georgetown's fire code after 75 dogs perished in a fire at the Ponderosa Pet Resort last year.

Dogs in pop-up crates at Austin Animal Center still needing homes

18 dogs were adopted and five went to foster homes as part of Austin Animal Center's Clear the Crates event Saturday but about 20 dogs are still needing to find homes.

Cats of the Weekend: Halo and Squeaker at Austin Animal Center
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If you're looking for the purrfect bonded pair for your home, Halo and Squeaker may be the cats for you. The duo were owner-surrendered to the shelter and are perfect for an older home. Halo and Squeaker just want to cuddle and be showered with affection. Both are available for adoption at Austin Animal Center's cattery.

Dog of the Weekend: Gabi at Austin Animal Center
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Two-year-old Gabi is waiting for someone to adopt her at Austin Animal Center. She is a cuddle bug that gets along with other dogs and it looking for a stable and loving home. AAC says Gabi can fit into many different family situations and has "really good calming energy". AAC is also hosting two events Saturday: the Unicorn Foster Adopter event and Clear the Crates, which is looking to adopt out 75 dogs that have been living in pop up crates due to lack of space.

India welcomes back cheetahs after 70 years

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the cats into their enclosure Saturday morning.

Suspicious slime trail leads German authorities to stash of giant African snails

German customs officials say a trail of slime led them to a stash of almost 100 giant African land snails and other items hidden inside bags at Duesseldorf Airport this month.

Intake at Austin Animal Center restricted as shelter at overcapacity

Austin Animal Center says it has more than 700 animals at the shelter, many living in temporary pop-up crates due to space issues. It's holding a "Clear the Crates" event to help animals get adopted.

Woman finds raccoon hanging out in hammock outside her Pennsylvania home

Forget sleeping in a tree — one intrepid raccoon in Pennsylvania decided to make itself at home by lounging in a woman's hammock.