Vandals at Ohio farm release 10,000 carnivorous mink into wild, sheriff says
The local sheriff warned people not to approach the loose mammals because they might bite.
The local sheriff warned people not to approach the loose mammals because they might bite.
Lost rescue dog turns herself in at police station, footage shows
Footage released by officials shows the border collie entering through automatic doors at the police station before sitting down in the corner of the reception area.
Footage released by officials shows the border collie entering through automatic doors at the police station before sitting down in the corner of the reception area.
Here are the most popular dog and cat names of 2022
When it comes to naming a dog or cat in 2022, Luna, Max, and Oliver reign supreme. Did your pet's name make the list?
When it comes to naming a dog or cat in 2022, Luna, Max, and Oliver reign supreme. Did your pet's name make the list?
What foods are safe for pets to eat during holidays?
With holiday festivities comes food, and some can be toxic for cats and dogs. In order to avoid a costly trip to the vet, FOX 9 went to the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley to get some holiday safety tips.
With holiday festivities comes food, and some can be toxic for cats and dogs. In order to avoid a costly trip to the vet, FOX 9 went to the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley to get some holiday safety tips.
Thousands of dogs gather at Camp Mabry for Mighty Texas Dog Walk
The "Doggiest Day in Austin" raises funds for Service Dogs Inc, which provides service dogs to wounded veterans and others living with disabilities.
The "Doggiest Day in Austin" raises funds for Service Dogs Inc, which provides service dogs to wounded veterans and others living with disabilities.
Cat of the Weekend: Nugget at Austin Animal Center
Little six-month-old Nugget is ready for his new home. Nugget came to Austin Animal Center as part of a group of cats from a feral colony, but is the last one left. He is undergoing clicker trainer and learning to be brave! Nugget does have only one functioning eye, but doesn't let it stop him from being sweet and playful.
Little six-month-old Nugget is ready for his new home. Nugget came to Austin Animal Center as part of a group of cats from a feral colony, but is the last one left. He is undergoing clicker trainer and learning to be brave! Nugget does have only one functioning eye, but doesn't let it stop him from being sweet and playful.
Austin Animal Center introduces 'Pet of the Weekend' Parker
Volunteer Chantelle Wallace has all the details on a dog looking for its forever home.
Volunteer Chantelle Wallace has all the details on a dog looking for its forever home.
Arizona police write cheeky post after driver illegally buys wild owl after using meth
Sometimes people need a friendly reminder not to use illegal narcotics and definitely not to purchase wildlife from a gas station.
Sometimes people need a friendly reminder not to use illegal narcotics and definitely not to purchase wildlife from a gas station.
Shocking video: 5-foot alligator found inside Burmese python in Florida
The video has racked up thousands of views on Instagram.
The video has racked up thousands of views on Instagram.
Pet of the Week: Little Bandit at Bastrop County Animal Services
Little Bandit is a loveable 2-month-old German Shepherd mix who is looking for a forever home.
Little Bandit is a loveable 2-month-old German Shepherd mix who is looking for a forever home.
Kitten stolen from Eden Prairie PetSmart, owners plead ‘bring him back’
A 6-month-old foster kitten named Pencil Case has gone missing from an Eden Prairie PetSmart.
A 6-month-old foster kitten named Pencil Case has gone missing from an Eden Prairie PetSmart.
Watch: Large shark leaps onto fishing boat: ‘It was crazy!’
Fortunately, the shark managed to wriggle itself free and no one on the boat was injured.
Fortunately, the shark managed to wriggle itself free and no one on the boat was injured.
Video: Tiger sharks help lead researchers to ‘world’s largest’ seagrass meadow
Cameras strapped to the dorsal fins of tiger sharks in addition to human surveys helped researchers map out and measure the expansive seagrass bed.
Cameras strapped to the dorsal fins of tiger sharks in addition to human surveys helped researchers map out and measure the expansive seagrass bed.
Van Gogh, a one-eared rescue dog, creates art with tongue
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Cat of the Weekend: Atari at Austin Pets Alive
A complete cuddlebug, six-year-old Atari is looking for a family to shower with affection. He is very relaxed, very chill, and is a great companion. Austin Pets Alive says he is very "go with the flow" and would probably be fine in a home with other cats, dogs and even kids. Atari is available at APA!'s Town Lake Adoption Center.
A complete cuddlebug, six-year-old Atari is looking for a family to shower with affection. He is very relaxed, very chill, and is a great companion. Austin Pets Alive says he is very "go with the flow" and would probably be fine in a home with other cats, dogs and even kids. Atari is available at APA!'s Town Lake Adoption Center.
'Groundbreaking' record number of endangered tadpoles sent to Puerto Rico
The San Antonio Zoo's Herpetology team sent over 18,000 Puerto Rican-crested toad tadpoles in late October to be released into the wild, more than triple the previous record.
The San Antonio Zoo's Herpetology team sent over 18,000 Puerto Rican-crested toad tadpoles in late October to be released into the wild, more than triple the previous record.
Lucky, one of the oldest elephants in the US, dies at San Antonio Zoo
Asian elephants on average live to about 48 years, but Lucky lived up to her name. At 62, she was one of the oldest elephants in the United States.
Asian elephants on average live to about 48 years, but Lucky lived up to her name. At 62, she was one of the oldest elephants in the United States.
Dog of the Weekend: Porterhouse at Austin Pets Alive
Seven-year-old Porterhouse is in search of his forever home. A consistent staff and volunteer favorite at Austin Pets Alive, this pup is looking for a family to love, preferably a one-pet household. He's not the biggest fan of cats, but would make a wonderful addition to your home. APA! is also participating in Giving Tuesday, a national holiday that encourages the public to donate to local nonprofits and perform good deeds.
Seven-year-old Porterhouse is in search of his forever home. A consistent staff and volunteer favorite at Austin Pets Alive, this pup is looking for a family to love, preferably a one-pet household. He's not the biggest fan of cats, but would make a wonderful addition to your home. APA! is also participating in Giving Tuesday, a national holiday that encourages the public to donate to local nonprofits and perform good deeds.
Police: Man stole ex-girlfriend's Yorkie and tortured it, sending videos to her
The video is hard to watch and listen to, an eight-pound Yorkie being slammed into a cabinet and then thrown to the bathroom floor. It was then beaten with an iron fireplace poker all while the abuser yells at her to shut up.
The video is hard to watch and listen to, an eight-pound Yorkie being slammed into a cabinet and then thrown to the bathroom floor. It was then beaten with an iron fireplace poker all while the abuser yells at her to shut up.
Dogs rescued from South Korean dog meat farms arrive in US for adoption
The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”
The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”