Giant pandas returning to DC’s National Zoo

Two new giant pandas are coming to D.C.’s National Zoo from China. The Smithsonian's National Zoo made the announcement Wednesday, a little more than six months after sending its three pandas back to China. 

Stanley Pup brings rescue dogs to the rink in friendly face-off

In honor of the Stanley Cup playoffs, the NHL is hosting the Stanley Pup – a friendly face-off featuring adoptable (and adorable) rescue dogs.

SF fire crews rescue dog chased by raccoons off cliff

San Francisco firefighters performed a cliff-rescue of a dog that had been chased by raccoons. 

Kitten season at Austin Animal Center
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Kitten season is underway at Austin Animal Center, which is looking for fosters and adopters for these adorable little furballs, as well as many of its other shelter animals.

BARK Air completes its first cross-country dog flight with tickets costing $6,000 for pet and owner

BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.

Adopt German Chocolate from AAC!
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German Chocolate is a sweet and friendly 3-year-old pup looking for his forever home! He is available for adoption from Austin Animal Center.

Walmart adds pet telehealth perk to membership program

Walmart is partnering with Pawp, a provider of 24/7 virtual veterinary care, to offer exclusive services for Walmart+ members.

Pet of the Week: Nova from Love-a-Bull
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Nova is a 3-year-old pitbull. She had six puppies who have all been adopted and now she's looking for her forever home.

PETA activists dress up in monkey suits, chains to protest at Austin Whole Foods

Shoppers clashed with animal activists in Downtown Austin on Wednesday, as PETA members dressed in monkey suits and chains staged a protest at a Whole Foods.

California sea lion hops into UCLA rowers' boat

A malnourished sea lion pup hopped into a UCLA rower's boat, surprising the crew and nuzzling some of the athletes. 

Rat infestation in South Philadelphia causes thousands of dollars in car damages

A Philadelphia neighborhood is dealing with a serious rat infestation that has cost residents thousands of dollars in car damages. Residents and city leaders are speaking out about the issue that FOX 29 Steve Keeley calls 'Rat-jacking.'

Heatwave in Mexico causes howler monkeys to drop dead from trees

Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.

Adopt Roly Poly from PAWS Shelter of Central Texas
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Roly Poly is a 5-year-old American Staffie mix who is looking for her forever home! You can find her at the PAWS Shelter's Kyle location.

Dog that cried 'endlessly' at shelter gets good news

An Indiana shelter shared a touching video of Major making the rounds to get goodbye pats and cuddles from staff before walking out the door with his new family.