Goat themed hotel opens in Alvin, goats included

The Goatel is now open in Alvin, giving you a chance to rent the loft above a goat barn, goats included.

WCRAS holding July 4th adoption special for dogs, cats

Now through Monday, July 5, adoptions for cats and kittens are Buy One, Get One and medium and large adult dogs are $4 with an appointment.

Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th

The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.

Rescue attempt leaves cat and owner stuck in tree

A cat owner found himself also stuck in a tree with his cat after he tried to rescue it.

Great white shark bites man swimming off Half Moon Bay coast

The San Mateo County Sheriff says a man swimming in the waters off of Grey Whale Cove State Beach was bitten by a great white shark Saturday morning. First responders say the 35-year-old victim is in serious condition.

Mysterious illness in birds causes death, blindness in Ohio, Northeast

A mysterious illness in birds has caused severe diseases including crusted-over eyes, blindness, neurological issues and even death in Ohio and sections of the Northeast.

Missing cow located in South El Monte days after escaping slaughterhouse

Days after a herd of cows escaped a slaughterhouse and led sheriff's deputies on a bizarre pursuit, a rogue cow was located in South El Monte.

Golden retriever missing for 2 weeks found swimming in bay by NJSP, reunited with owners

Chunk, a three-year-old golden retriever who had been missing for two weeks, was reunited with his owners Tuesday morning after New Jersey State Troopers pulled him from the waters of Barnegat Bay.

250 gators removed from Walt Disney World since boy died in 2016 attack

Wildlife officials have removed 250 alligators from Disney properties in the five years since a 2-year-old boy was killed by an alligator at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, according to the Orlando Sentinel.

Family 'absolutely shocked' when cat they thought they cremated returns home

Frankie went missing in May. His family thought they found his body and had him cremated - and were shocked when he reappeared again at their doorstep weeks later.

Man accused of stealing lemur from San Francisco Zoo faces federal charges

Maki the lemur is now back at the zoo's Lipman Family Lemur Forest -- the largest outdoor lemur habitat in North America -- and in good condition, according to zoo officials.

Abbott vetoes bill protecting dogs left outside in harsh conditions

Abbott vetoed the "Safe Outdoor Dogs Act" that would protect dogs left outside by their owners in dangerous conditions, claiming the state doesn't need the bill.