Scientists say toxic algae can be deadly for dogs, people
The city is urging people and pets to not get in the water if it’s warm or stagnant, or if they see any algae. If you do, rinse off after going for a swim.
The city is urging people and pets to not get in the water if it’s warm or stagnant, or if they see any algae. If you do, rinse off after going for a swim.
Florida Red Lobster finds rare 1-in-30-million orange lobster
The brightly-colored orange lobster – now named "Cheddar" after Red Lobster's famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits – has made her forever home at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach.
The brightly-colored orange lobster – now named "Cheddar" after Red Lobster's famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits – has made her forever home at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach.
'Look before you sit': South Florida woman finds green iguana hiding in her toilet
Reptiles are common in Florida, but one South Florida woman received an unexpected visitor…inside her toilet – a large iguana.
Reptiles are common in Florida, but one South Florida woman received an unexpected visitor…inside her toilet – a large iguana.
Heart-stopping video: Rescuers catch falling kitten that scaled Virginia building
After the meowing kitten climbed a city hall building, firefighters and animal control officers worked together to save the tiny animal.
After the meowing kitten climbed a city hall building, firefighters and animal control officers worked together to save the tiny animal.
4,000 beagles rescued from Virginia breeding facility in need of new homes
Roughly 4,000 beagles are being rescued from an Envigo breeding facility in Virginia after the Humane Society and Department of Justice worked out a removal plan.
Roughly 4,000 beagles are being rescued from an Envigo breeding facility in Virginia after the Humane Society and Department of Justice worked out a removal plan.
US Navy sailors reunite with the dogs they rescued from near-certain death in the Middle East
Two helpless dogs in the Middle East faced terrible abuse and almost-certain death until two U.S. Navy sailors not only rescued them — but found a way to get them out of there and on toward a safer, healthier and far happier life.
Two helpless dogs in the Middle East faced terrible abuse and almost-certain death until two U.S. Navy sailors not only rescued them — but found a way to get them out of there and on toward a safer, healthier and far happier life.
City investigating after dog dies at 'Barking Springs', exposure to toxic algae suspected
Barking Springs is the part of Barton Creek downstream from Barton Springs Pool. The cause of death is unknown, but exposure to toxic algae is a possibility.
Barking Springs is the part of Barton Creek downstream from Barton Springs Pool. The cause of death is unknown, but exposure to toxic algae is a possibility.
French bulldog thefts: Breed being targeted by thieves due to price, rise in popularity
In 2021, French bulldogs were named the second most popular dog breed by the American Kennel Club. The dogs, which are worth more than $5,000 each, are now being targeted by thieves.
In 2021, French bulldogs were named the second most popular dog breed by the American Kennel Club. The dogs, which are worth more than $5,000 each, are now being targeted by thieves.
Tips to keep your pets safe during Texas summer heat
Austin-Travis County EMS said unlike humans, pets don’t have sweat glands over their entire body, only their noses and pads of their paws.
Austin-Travis County EMS said unlike humans, pets don’t have sweat glands over their entire body, only their noses and pads of their paws.
‘Once-in-a-lifetime’ catch: Tennessee teen reels in rare white catfish
“Most anglers fish their entire lives and never see one. I am 67 years old, have boated literally tens of thousands of catfish over the years and it was the first I'd ever seen in person,” the boat's captain said.
“Most anglers fish their entire lives and never see one. I am 67 years old, have boated literally tens of thousands of catfish over the years and it was the first I'd ever seen in person,” the boat's captain said.
4-year-old girl dies after being bitten by dog in Dallas
A 4-year-old girl died after being bitten by a dog multiple times in Dallas Saturday morning.
A 4-year-old girl died after being bitten by a dog multiple times in Dallas Saturday morning.
Florida man locks daughter’s 3 dogs in hot car for days, leaving them to die, deputies say
A Florida man is accused of killing his daughter’s three dogs by locking them in a hot car for several days.
A Florida man is accused of killing his daughter’s three dogs by locking them in a hot car for several days.
Elderly Cypress couple selling their home after HOA hits them with lawsuit for feeding ducks
An elderly couple in Cypress hit with a lawsuit for feeding ducks in their neighborhood.
An elderly couple in Cypress hit with a lawsuit for feeding ducks in their neighborhood.
Pet of the Weekend: Chapo at WCRAS
Meet Chapo, who is available for adoption at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter!
Meet Chapo, who is available for adoption at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter!
It's so hot in Tennessee that the birds are panting like dogs
How hot is it in the South? It's so hot that the birds are panting.
How hot is it in the South? It's so hot that the birds are panting.
Multiple horses shot, killed at ‘close range’ in the dark, Nevada police say
Las Vegas police say someone keeps killing horses in the middle of the night at a popular horseback riding area.
Las Vegas police say someone keeps killing horses in the middle of the night at a popular horseback riding area.
WCRAS offering free adoptions to help free up shelter space
To help free up space, WCRAS is offering free adoptions for medium-to-large adult dogs and adult cats through Sunday, July 10.
To help free up space, WCRAS is offering free adoptions for medium-to-large adult dogs and adult cats through Sunday, July 10.
Austin Humane Society to host fire safety event with AFD
AHS will be presenting a Humane Hero Hour with AFD members on July 12 at its shelter as part of its Summer Kids Series.
AHS will be presenting a Humane Hero Hour with AFD members on July 12 at its shelter as part of its Summer Kids Series.
Un'can'ny resemblance: See why Pringles wants this spider renamed
It’s a signature mustache that any snack food lover can spot.
It’s a signature mustache that any snack food lover can spot.
Marisol available for adoption at Bastrop County Animal Services
Marisol is so sweet with people and she has done well with her dog meetings. She is a shy girl but with a little time, she warms up fast. You can meet Marisol 22-06-001 at Bastrop County Animal Services.
Marisol is so sweet with people and she has done well with her dog meetings. She is a shy girl but with a little time, she warms up fast. You can meet Marisol 22-06-001 at Bastrop County Animal Services.