Watch: Cold-stunned sea turtles rescued from Texas coast during winter storm
Wildlife officials and a network of volunteers raced against the clock to rescue hundreds of "cold-stunned" sea turtles from the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre as plunging temperatures threatened the already threatened species.
Wildlife officials and a network of volunteers raced against the clock to rescue hundreds of "cold-stunned" sea turtles from the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre as plunging temperatures threatened the already threatened species.
2 baby bald eagles hatch near Dallas during Texas Winter Storm
Two bald eagle chicks successfully hatched during a freezing winter storm at a North Texas wetlands center and are now being monitored by thousands of viewers via a 24/7 live-stream.
Two bald eagle chicks successfully hatched during a freezing winter storm at a North Texas wetlands center and are now being monitored by thousands of viewers via a 24/7 live-stream.
2 baby bald eagles hatch during Texas Winter Storm
Two bald eagle chicks successfully hatched during a freezing winter storm at a North Texas wetlands center and are now being monitored by thousands of viewers via a 24/7 live-stream.
Two bald eagle chicks successfully hatched during a freezing winter storm at a North Texas wetlands center and are now being monitored by thousands of viewers via a 24/7 live-stream.
3 malnourished dogs rescued, 1 found dead at southeast Houston home
An animal cruelty investigation is underway in Harris County after three dogs were found malnourished and another was found dead at a home in southeast Houston.
An animal cruelty investigation is underway in Harris County after three dogs were found malnourished and another was found dead at a home in southeast Houston.
Houston winter storm: Local non-profit working to save stray dogs, cats ahead of freezing temperatures
PetSet is hoping to save as many lives as possible by putting out dog houses primarily in Houston's northeast side, including the area known as the “Corridor of Cruelty.”
PetSet is hoping to save as many lives as possible by putting out dog houses primarily in Houston's northeast side, including the area known as the “Corridor of Cruelty.”
FDA approves drug to treat dogs with idiopathic epilepsy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy, a type of seizure disorder without a known cause.
FDA approves drug to treat dogs with lymphoma cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.
Oral rabies vaccinations will be dropped from planes, hand distributed in far West Texas
Texas is expanding its annual oral rabies vaccine program to include far West Texas and hand-distribution in urban areas to combat a new variant moving in from New Mexico.
Texas is expanding its annual oral rabies vaccine program to include far West Texas and hand-distribution in urban areas to combat a new variant moving in from New Mexico.
1st Western Diamondback Rattlesnake officially documented in Denton County
The University of Texas at Arlington’s Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center (ARDRC) recently documented Denton County’s first Western Diamondback rattlesnake in the county's extensive herpetology research collection.
The University of Texas at Arlington’s Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center (ARDRC) recently documented Denton County’s first Western Diamondback rattlesnake in the county's extensive herpetology research collection.
Fort Bend County woman's fight to save her dog from death sentence garners attention from social media
Ladonna Aboubsi recently had her day in court and lost. A petition to change the outcome is gaining traffic on social media. Just remember there's always two sides.
Ladonna Aboubsi recently had her day in court and lost. A petition to change the outcome is gaining traffic on social media. Just remember there's always two sides.
Giraffe dies at Toronto zoo in 'sudden and tragic' accident
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
Purina Foundation awards $1.165 million in grants to nonprofits across US to support animal welfare efforts
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
Rex the Wallaby found safe after escaping animal farm in New Jersey
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Rex, an approximately 3-year-old wallaby, escaped from a Gloucester County animal farm overnight Monday and was later found safe Tuesday night.
Dog biscuits recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Survey: Nearly 3% of Americans believe they could beat a grizzly bear unarmed
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
Texas City woman finds rats, over-6-foot snake in her rental home's attic
A Texas City woman says her rental home was infested with rats and an over-6-foot snake.
A Texas City woman says her rental home was infested with rats and an over-6-foot snake.
See it: Officer glides onto frozen New Jersey lake to rescue a trapped dog
First responders leaped into action on Wednesday after a dog wandered onto a frozen lake in New Jersey.
First responders leaped into action on Wednesday after a dog wandered onto a frozen lake in New Jersey.
Most popular cat and dog names of 2025
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.