USDA approves vaccine for honeybees, a first in the U.S.
Scientists say the vaccine will protect them from disease that can ravage colonies in as little as three weeks.
Scientists say the vaccine will protect them from disease that can ravage colonies in as little as three weeks.
Austin Zoo welcomes two new cheetahs
The Austin Zoo has two new additions courtesy of the Cheetah Animal Management Program.
The Austin Zoo has two new additions courtesy of the Cheetah Animal Management Program.
Cats of the Weekend: Yuki, Mandarin and Holly at Austin Animal Center
Austin Animal Center has quite the trio to share. Yuki, Mandarin and Holly all came to the center together as strays, but are perfect for almost any home. These sweet two-year-old kitties are very confident and perfect for first-time cat people, but the center says go slow if introducing them to a home with a dog. All three are available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
Austin Animal Center has quite the trio to share. Yuki, Mandarin and Holly all came to the center together as strays, but are perfect for almost any home. These sweet two-year-old kitties are very confident and perfect for first-time cat people, but the center says go slow if introducing them to a home with a dog. All three are available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
Dog of the Weekend: Bravery at Austin Animal Center
Four-year-old Bravery came to Austin Animal Center about three weeks ago with a large litter of puppies and now this sweet mama is looking for her forever home. This Labrador Retriever is gentle, great on a leash, house-trained and calm. She loves being outside, but also would love a nice cozy place to relax. She is available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
Four-year-old Bravery came to Austin Animal Center about three weeks ago with a large litter of puppies and now this sweet mama is looking for her forever home. This Labrador Retriever is gentle, great on a leash, house-trained and calm. She loves being outside, but also would love a nice cozy place to relax. She is available for adoption at AAC's Levander Loop location.
TSA says 'emotional support' boa constrictor snake found in carry-on bag at Florida airport
The TSA said the snake is four feet long.
The TSA said the snake is four feet long.
Couple caught on camera leaving 2 small dogs in crates on stranger's doorstep in Katy
A Katy couple had the surprise of a lifetime as a man and woman left two dogs abandoned on their front doorstep in broad daylight.
A Katy couple had the surprise of a lifetime as a man and woman left two dogs abandoned on their front doorstep in broad daylight.
Pet of the Week: Eliza from PAWS
Eliza is a 6-month-old girl who came in as a stray and likes to hide. Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) says she loves other dogs, and they help give her the confidence she needs to come out and play.
Eliza is a 6-month-old girl who came in as a stray and likes to hide. Pflugerville Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) says she loves other dogs, and they help give her the confidence she needs to come out and play.
'Mini' pig that went viral is too big, town says
At 22 inches tall and 144 pounds, Larry exceeds the town’s maximum size allowed for pet pigs.
At 22 inches tall and 144 pounds, Larry exceeds the town’s maximum size allowed for pet pigs.
Moose rescued from frozen lake after being stuck for hours
Authorities in Washington state said the attempt to pull the moose to safety was a calculated decision.
Authorities in Washington state said the attempt to pull the moose to safety was a calculated decision.
Dog tied up, abandoned at Iowa airport while owner catches flight alone
The dog is a 1-year-old female, whom officers have called Allie.
The dog is a 1-year-old female, whom officers have called Allie.
Cat dies after swallowing 38 hair ties followed by surgery
The Charleston Animal Society posted about the tragedy on its Instagram page.
The Charleston Animal Society posted about the tragedy on its Instagram page.
13 bison dead near Yellowstone park after truck driver strikes herd
The semi-truck struck the bison after dark on Wednesday night.
The semi-truck struck the bison after dark on Wednesday night.
Pet of the Weekend: Robin Goodfellow at Austin Pets Alive
Robin Goodfellow is a one-year-old Dutch shepherd, a real sweetheart who makes friends with ease. He walks a little funny due to a lameness in his left leg and no control over his tail, but he doesn't let that stop him from exploring and learning about everything around him. He's available for adoption at Austin Pets Alive's Town Lake Adoption Center.
Robin Goodfellow is a one-year-old Dutch shepherd, a real sweetheart who makes friends with ease. He walks a little funny due to a lameness in his left leg and no control over his tail, but he doesn't let that stop him from exploring and learning about everything around him. He's available for adoption at Austin Pets Alive's Town Lake Adoption Center.
Austin Bat Refuge working to save hundreds affected by arctic blast
Dianne Odegard and her husband Lee Mackenzie run the Austin Bat Refuge which collected about 500 bats that fell from bridges during the blast.
Dianne Odegard and her husband Lee Mackenzie run the Austin Bat Refuge which collected about 500 bats that fell from bridges during the blast.
Pet of the Week: 'Antonio' from Austin Animal Center
Antonio is a joyful 7-year-old dog who loves playing fetch, hiking, and running. He's hoping to start the new year with a new family.
Antonio is a joyful 7-year-old dog who loves playing fetch, hiking, and running. He's hoping to start the new year with a new family.
Shiba inu who inspired Doge meme, cryptocurrency is gravely ill
Kabosu, the Shiba inu "doge" who brought you "such funny" and "much wow," is very sick.
Kabosu, the Shiba inu "doge" who brought you "such funny" and "much wow," is very sick.
Alaska Zoo takes in orphaned polar bear found wandering alone
Federal and local officials made the rare move to remove the male bear from the wild population.
Federal and local officials made the rare move to remove the male bear from the wild population.
Scientists find signs of Alzheimer's in dolphin brains
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.
In total, 22 dolphin brains were studied in which researchers noted that the animals presented alterations in their brain chemistry, changes most commonly found in humans who have Alzheimer's.
Watch: Oklahoma firefighters rescue dog stuck in frozen lake
Oklahoma City Fire Department Stations 30 and 40 responded to the rescue. Video of the rescue shows one firefighter who used a paddle boat to reach the dog.
Oklahoma City Fire Department Stations 30 and 40 responded to the rescue. Video of the rescue shows one firefighter who used a paddle boat to reach the dog.
AT&T's new robotic dog visited Downtown Dallas and it looks like something straight out of Black Mirror
AT&T says the dogs can go where it is "too dangerous for humans" and can be used by the public safety community, the military and businesses.
AT&T says the dogs can go where it is "too dangerous for humans" and can be used by the public safety community, the military and businesses.