Pets and Animals

A Texas bill that would have banned the retail sale of pets has failed to pass, prompting animal rights advocates to continue their public education efforts and plan for future legislation in 2027.

A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.

Lola has now been cancer free for two years.

According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.

Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.

Hundreds of goats are now calling Pflugerville parks home in an effort to assist with vegetation management.

A dramatic stand-off between a lion and a cobra. A lone elephant wading through a landfill in Sri Lanka. Here's a sneak peek at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year's top photos.

The city of Pflugerville is turning once again to a rather unusual solution to tame unwanted vegetation and brush in its city parks: goats.

The gray-brown terrier mix was spotted desperately huddled against the side of a lake freighter dock, where she barely had enough space to sit and stay dry above the lapping water.

A man was arrested after being accused of breaking into Austin Pets Alive!, resulting in the death of one dog and the injuries of five others.

Meet Steeler, TSA’s 2025 top canine of the year!

A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.

One stray pup is safe and sound this week after wandering around rural Pennsylvania alone and with her head trapped inside a plastic jar.