Texas lawmakers consider bat protection bill
Texas lawmakers heard testimony on a bill that would provide new protections for bats. SB 1285, filed by Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt, would restrict how and when bats can be removed from buildings.
Texas lawmakers heard testimony on a bill that would provide new protections for bats. SB 1285, filed by Austin Democrat Sarah Eckhardt, would restrict how and when bats can be removed from buildings.
Watch: Coyote gets 'booped' by its potential rodent dinner
The video captured along Snoqualmie Pass in Washington state shows the small rodent sneak up behind the coyote and “tag" its tail.
The video captured along Snoqualmie Pass in Washington state shows the small rodent sneak up behind the coyote and “tag" its tail.
Athena the owl named Austin's official owl ambassador
An owl has made her annual return to nest at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in South Austin.
An owl has made her annual return to nest at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in South Austin.
Brody at Gold Ribbon Rescue
Michelle Goldberg introduces us to a 10-year-old golden retriever looking for his forever home.
Michelle Goldberg introduces us to a 10-year-old golden retriever looking for his forever home.
Rescued mountain lion cub paired with orphaned companion at Alabama zoo
Spruce and Juniper are getting along well, the zoo said.
Spruce and Juniper are getting along well, the zoo said.
Georgia doctor sentenced in largest-ever rare bird trafficking case
A Georgia orthopedic surgeon and a farm worker have been sentenced in what federal authorities are calling one of the largest bird trafficking cases in U.S. history.
A Georgia orthopedic surgeon and a farm worker have been sentenced in what federal authorities are calling one of the largest bird trafficking cases in U.S. history.
Watch: Golden retrievers appear under seats during best flight ever
A couple recently found two golden retrievers resting under their seats on a flight from Fort Myers, Florida to Detroit, Michigan.
A couple recently found two golden retrievers resting under their seats on a flight from Fort Myers, Florida to Detroit, Michigan.
'It's Not Scared!' Thrill seekers gather for a chance to feed friendly squirrel at theme park
A friendly squirrel delighted visitors at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida, on April 7, by taking food directly from park-goers’ hands.
A friendly squirrel delighted visitors at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida, on April 7, by taking food directly from park-goers’ hands.
Dad feels like 'coolest Papi' while introducing daughter to dolphin pal
A dad in St Petersburg, Florida, said that a friendly dolphin made him "the coolest papi" when he was able to introduce it to his daughter.
A dad in St Petersburg, Florida, said that a friendly dolphin made him "the coolest papi" when he was able to introduce it to his daughter.
'What the Hell?': Family and pet dog frightened by bald eagle’s visit
The unusual moment was captured on video by one of the homeowners.
The unusual moment was captured on video by one of the homeowners.
Horse collapses, dies on downtown Atlanta sidewalk
Police are investigating the death of a horse that was found on a sidewalk in downtown Atlanta.
Police are investigating the death of a horse that was found on a sidewalk in downtown Atlanta.
Nevada deputies seize 7 'emotional support' tigers from home
Authorities in Nevada seized seven "emotional support" tigers from a home last week. The owner claimed he got some of the tigers from Joe Exotic.
Authorities in Nevada seized seven "emotional support" tigers from a home last week. The owner claimed he got some of the tigers from Joe Exotic.
Pet of the Weekend: Meet Alvin
If you would like to adopt Alvin or another animal, head to the Williamson County Regional Animal Center.
If you would like to adopt Alvin or another animal, head to the Williamson County Regional Animal Center.
Snake season in Texas. What you should do if you encounter one
It's snake season in Central Texas. As the reptiles slither out of hiding and into your line of sight, there are ways to avoid getting bitten.
It's snake season in Central Texas. As the reptiles slither out of hiding and into your line of sight, there are ways to avoid getting bitten.
Dr. Stella at Pflugerville Animal Shelter
6-year-old Dr. Stella is looking for a good home and Maribel Orellana has all the details about her, including how she got her name.
6-year-old Dr. Stella is looking for a good home and Maribel Orellana has all the details about her, including how she got her name.
Tampa dog owner pries open gator’s jaws to save pet from attack
A Floridian's worst nightmare: a battle between a dog and a gator, but it was no match for the dog's owner, who made sure her beloved pet was coming home and pulled her dog "Kona" from the alligator's grip.
A Floridian's worst nightmare: a battle between a dog and a gator, but it was no match for the dog's owner, who made sure her beloved pet was coming home and pulled her dog "Kona" from the alligator's grip.
Mini dachshund who escaped owners 1 year ago continues to evade capture on remote island
A dog was spotted by locals as owners hope to bring her home safely.
A dog was spotted by locals as owners hope to bring her home safely.
Rescued dog from LA evades capture after escaping adoptive home in Alaska
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
19 dogs from Bastrop County breeding operation at AHS; over 30 dogs in total rescued
Over 30 dogs were rescued from a Bastrop County breeding operation for “doodle” type dogs. Nineteen of them are currently in the care of the Austin Humane Society.
Over 30 dogs were rescued from a Bastrop County breeding operation for “doodle” type dogs. Nineteen of them are currently in the care of the Austin Humane Society.
Watch: Astronaut Suni Williams reunites with her dogs after 9 months in space
“Do you recognize me? Do you know who I am?” she asks as she cuddles her overjoyed dogs outside of her home.
“Do you recognize me? Do you know who I am?” she asks as she cuddles her overjoyed dogs outside of her home.