Labradors’ overeating gene may explain human obesity risk, researchers say
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
A gene linked to obesity in Labradors is the same one found in humans, scientists say. The discovery could help researchers understand how genes influence appetite and weight gain.
Turkish official pledges to enact law to cull stray dogs after 2-year-old’s death
A young girl died after being attacked by stray dogs last week in Turkey.
A young girl died after being attacked by stray dogs last week in Turkey.
Pet of the Weekend: Kumara
If you are looking to give Kumara or another animal a home, you can talk with Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services.
If you are looking to give Kumara or another animal a home, you can talk with Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services.
Dandy at Pflugerville Animal Shelter
Looking for a dog to add to your home? Dandy may be the dog for you.
Looking for a dog to add to your home? Dandy may be the dog for you.
You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
Scientists create mice with woolly mammoth-like fur through genetic engineering
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Georgetown woman scammed out of $2K for dog that never showed up
If you're looking to add a new four-legged member to your family, beware of online scammers. A Georgetown woman found herself out thousands of dollars for a dog that never showed up.
If you're looking to add a new four-legged member to your family, beware of online scammers. A Georgetown woman found herself out thousands of dollars for a dog that never showed up.
Watch: Texas driver hailed as 'hero' for rescuing dog from freeway
A Texas driver, Luis Vargas, is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a lost dog running along a freeway in El Paso around 3 a.m. on February 26.
A Texas driver, Luis Vargas, is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a lost dog running along a freeway in El Paso around 3 a.m. on February 26.
Pet of the Weekend: Meet Danny Boy
If you would like to adopt Danny Boy or another animal, head to the Austin Animal Center.
If you would like to adopt Danny Boy or another animal, head to the Austin Animal Center.
Pet of the Weekend: Apollo
If you would like to adopt Apollo or another animal, head to the Austin Animal Center.
If you would like to adopt Apollo or another animal, head to the Austin Animal Center.
Lady Bug at Austin Animal Center
Looking to add a sweet dog to your family? Kimberly Erlinger introduces us to one that just may be that dog for you!
Looking to add a sweet dog to your family? Kimberly Erlinger introduces us to one that just may be that dog for you!
WilCo animal shelter launches unique foster program with Bartlett prison
A first-of-its-kind program offers a unique partnership with the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and the Bartlett prison.
A first-of-its-kind program offers a unique partnership with the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and the Bartlett prison.
Colorado puppy thieves fake seizure to steal dogs from pet store: police
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
Watch: Sharks circle scuba divers in Maldives
The divers were swimming in a known shark habitat.
The divers were swimming in a known shark habitat.
Stunning video shows inside of shark's mouth as it chews on diver's camera
Divers off the Bahamas were treated to an up-close view of the inside of a shark’s mouth when the shark swallowed a camera, providing stunning video.
Divers off the Bahamas were treated to an up-close view of the inside of a shark’s mouth when the shark swallowed a camera, providing stunning video.
February is Pet Dental Health Month
Bow Wow Labs is talking about how to keep your pups safe and healthy.
Bow Wow Labs is talking about how to keep your pups safe and healthy.
Pet of the Weekend: Meet Laszlo
Austin Pets Alive is looking for a home for Mr. Laszlo.
Austin Pets Alive is looking for a home for Mr. Laszlo.
Watch: Firefighters save goat stranded on 5th-floor ledge in Spain
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Pet of the Weekend: Kanilla
Austin Pets Alive is looking for a foster home for sweet Kanilla! This momma-to-be is pregnant and is looking for a new home.
Austin Pets Alive is looking for a foster home for sweet Kanilla! This momma-to-be is pregnant and is looking for a new home.
Wild bird tests positive for bird flu in Hays County
A dead bird found in Hays County has tested positive for bird flu, according to the county's health department.
A dead bird found in Hays County has tested positive for bird flu, according to the county's health department.