Puppy rescued from hot car in Texas summer heat
An unattended puppy was rescued from a hot car in Bob Wentz Park in Austin, Texas on the Fourth of July. Park staff had told the pet's owner that dogs were not allowed in the area known as "the point," so she decided to leave the small dog alone in the hot car without water.
An unattended puppy was rescued from a hot car in Bob Wentz Park in Austin, Texas on the Fourth of July. Park staff had told the pet's owner that dogs were not allowed in the area known as "the point," so she decided to leave the small dog alone in the hot car without water.
K-9 finds missing 3-year-old Florida boy with autism in less than 30 minutes
A 3-year-old boy with autism is safe and back with his family thanks to some Florida deputies and their bloodhound.
A 3-year-old boy with autism is safe and back with his family thanks to some Florida deputies and their bloodhound.
WCSO in search of owner of found Leander pig
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find the owner of a pig found Monday.
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find the owner of a pig found Monday.
'Pawfficer' reporting for duty: Adorable kitten joins ranks at Arkansas police department
A rescue kitten has become the newest member of a police department in Arkansas, whose duties include but are not limited to looking cute and bringing happiness to his community.
A rescue kitten has become the newest member of a police department in Arkansas, whose duties include but are not limited to looking cute and bringing happiness to his community.
Dog mimics 'old school' siren at nearby fire station
A dog that lives near a New York fire station learned to mimic the "old school" alarm used by firefighters.
A dog that lives near a New York fire station learned to mimic the "old school" alarm used by firefighters.
Newlyweds 'photobombed' by curious deer while posing in Killarney National Park
An Australian couple who flew to Ireland for a wedding and photoshoot were pleasantly surprised by a wild deer which “photobombed” them as they were posing at the Ladies View scenic viewpoint in Killarney National Park, in Kerry.
An Australian couple who flew to Ireland for a wedding and photoshoot were pleasantly surprised by a wild deer which “photobombed” them as they were posing at the Ladies View scenic viewpoint in Killarney National Park, in Kerry.
Charges pending after dogs rescued from puppy mill
Authorities may file criminal charges after finding more than three dozen dogs in dire conditions at a Monroe County puppy mill.
Authorities may file criminal charges after finding more than three dozen dogs in dire conditions at a Monroe County puppy mill.
Dogs of 9/11: Search and rescue canines worked tirelessly in the days following terror attacks
As America marked the 18th anniversary of the worst terror attack on U.S. soil Wednesday, many remembered the countless lives lost and selfless acts by the brave responders on September 11, 2001 — both human and four-legged.
As America marked the 18th anniversary of the worst terror attack on U.S. soil Wednesday, many remembered the countless lives lost and selfless acts by the brave responders on September 11, 2001 — both human and four-legged.
Santa Rosa couple heartbroken after losing their puppy, poisoned by blue green algae
A Santa Rosa couple is heartbroken after losing their puppy, poisoned by blue green algae.
A Santa Rosa couple is heartbroken after losing their puppy, poisoned by blue green algae.
One third of pet owners prefer furry friends over their own kids, survey finds
There's no doubt that most pet owners adore their furry family members. In fact, some even consider them their children....but that could be bad news for their own flesh and blood.
There's no doubt that most pet owners adore their furry family members. In fact, some even consider them their children....but that could be bad news for their own flesh and blood.
Group brings dogs saved by woman who kept them in her home during Hurricane Dorian to US shelters
An animal rescue organization stepped up to help out a woman in the Bahamas who saved nearly 100 dogs by keeping them in her home during Hurricane Dorian.
An animal rescue organization stepped up to help out a woman in the Bahamas who saved nearly 100 dogs by keeping them in her home during Hurricane Dorian.
Hurricane Dorian's powerful storm surge kills 220 dogs, 50 cats at animal shelter in Bahamas
As Hurricane Dorian pounded the Bahamas for almost two days, a powerful storm surge inundated a local animal shelter and killed nearly 300 dogs and cats.
As Hurricane Dorian pounded the Bahamas for almost two days, a powerful storm surge inundated a local animal shelter and killed nearly 300 dogs and cats.
Austin Monthly's Pet Issue
Deputy Editor Madeline Hollern talks about what's in the latest edition of Austin Monthly.
Deputy Editor Madeline Hollern talks about what's in the latest edition of Austin Monthly.
Leander tortoise reunited with family
UPDATE: According to the Leander Police Department, Donatello the tortoise has been reunited with his family as of Monday.
UPDATE: According to the Leander Police Department, Donatello the tortoise has been reunited with his family as of Monday.
4th Central Texas dog dies after swimming in water containing toxic algae
A Central Texas family is grieving the loss of their beloved pet who died after a swim in water containing toxic algae.
A Central Texas family is grieving the loss of their beloved pet who died after a swim in water containing toxic algae.
Salmonella outbreak linked to pig ear dog treats, the CDC warns
Certain dog treats could send you to the hospital.
Certain dog treats could send you to the hospital.
FDA names 16 brands of dog food possibly linked to canine heart disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners that certain dog food brands may be associated with a heightened risk of heart failure in dogs.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners that certain dog food brands may be associated with a heightened risk of heart failure in dogs.
Dogs can die within 10 minutes of being locked inside a hot car
Pet owners are being warned again this summer to make sure they don't leave their beloved dog locked in a hot car because temperatures can reach more than 100 degrees in the vehicle.
Pet owners are being warned again this summer to make sure they don't leave their beloved dog locked in a hot car because temperatures can reach more than 100 degrees in the vehicle.
‘Humiliated, scared and targeted': Blind man and service dog turned away from church
A South Carolina church turned away a blind man and his service dog because the organization doesn't allow animals.
A South Carolina church turned away a blind man and his service dog because the organization doesn't allow animals.
Inmates will be dog-cuddlers on the 4th during fireworks
On the Fourth of July, as the night sky lights up, lots of dogs run and hide. This year, dogs in the shelter at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office will get some special "TLC" from inmates.
On the Fourth of July, as the night sky lights up, lots of dogs run and hide. This year, dogs in the shelter at the Brevard County Sheriff's Office will get some special "TLC" from inmates.



















