Lightning kills cow ‘on the spot,’ prompting warning from farmer

“We are always saddened at a loss like this, but realize that events like this happen in nature,“ an Alabama farmer said.

Animal lovers upset geese could be killed over excessive poop

An animal rights group in Foster City is protesting a plan to kill hundreds of geese in the city. But residents who live near Marlin Park say the problem of goose poop has gotten out of hand.

Two bonded cats, Thomas and Jerry, available for adoption
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Thomas and Jerry, Animal IDs 49984108 and 49984113, are a pair of bonded cats looking for a home. The five year old cats are available for adoption at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.

Miss Alaska, playful pup, would make a great addition to family
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Alaska, Animal ID 50012280, is a playful pup who would love to live with other dogs or a family who loves to be outdoors. You can meet Alaska at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter!

Why birds sing in the spring

Day length, sunlight and instinct give the birds their seasonal cue

Wisconsin dog tied to hydrant adopted on 1st day available

The Wisconsin Humane Society announced that Baby Girl – the dog found tied to a Green Bay fire hydrant – has found a new home.

Bastrop County Animal Services introduces 'Pet of the Week' Bud
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Director Ashley Hermans introduces us to a dog believed to be a miniature pug/poodle that's around three and is looking for a good home.

Austin Animal Center holding free microchip clinic at Dove Springs Rec Center

Need to get your pet microchipped in case it gets lost? Austin Animal Center is holding a free microchip clinic this Sunday, May 15 at Dove Springs Rec Center.

Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike won't run in the Preakness

Kentucky Derby long-shot winner Rich Strike will not run in the Preakness Stakes on May 21 ending any chances of the horse competing for a Triple Crown.

Watch: Man saves drowning antelope after elephant alerts zoo staff

A dramatic rescue played out at a zoo in Guatemala City after an antelope fell into a pool of water and began to struggle – and it was all thanks to a vigilant elephant named 'Trompita.'

Convicted murderer, who's tied to India the tiger, sentenced to 18 years in prison

Victor Cuevas, who is tied to the 9-month old Bengal tiger caught roaming west Houston streets, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for a 2017 murder in Richmond.

Austin Pets Alive! helps rescue 60 animals from euthanasia lists

Austin Pets Alive! along with two other organizations are preparing life-saving transport for 30 cats and 30 dogs who were previously on euthanasia lists from Texas shelters outside of Austin.

Emergency short-term fosters needed at Austin Animal Center

The Austin Animal Center does not have space to house incoming dogs humanely as temperatures are expected to hit record highs. It needs to get at least 20 dogs into foster homes today.