11-foot, 750-pound alligator seized from New York home

The 11-foot gator's owner reportedly allowed members of the public to get into a pool and pet the "unsecured" reptile.

Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.

Tacoma humane society waiving adoption fees for dogs

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County is waiving adoption fees for all adult dogs this week as the shelter hit full capacity. 

‘Everything lasted for 10 seconds’: Coyote attacks, kills dog in Magnolia neighborhood

A coyote wandering the streets of Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood has people in the area concerned, saying they've seen the predator walking around during the day and at night.

Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home

On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.

Invasive fish species discovered on San Juan Island

A new invasive aquatic species is now threatening Washington's waters, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced Sunday.

Orca kills great white shark: Video captures rarely seen event

Video shows an orca bodyslamming and killing a great white shark. Scientists believe it is the first time a single orca has been captured on video doing so.

Dognapped: French bulldog puppy stolen from Puppyland Puyallup

Pierce County sheriff's deputies are asking for your help to identify the two men who stole a French Bulldog puppy valued at $5,400 from a pet store south King County.

Dog shot in the face, 8 newborn abandoned puppies brought into HSTPC

In the span of two days, the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County (HSTPC) received 10 dogs in various states of crisis in desperate need of urgent care. 

Watch: Runaway horses gallop alongside drivers on Ohio highway

In Cleveland, Ohio, a peculiar traffic jam unfolded on March 2 when a pair of runaway horses galloped alongside vehicles on a local highway. T

Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school

A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.

PETA protesters disrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show

PETA activists made a bold statement at Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, storming the runway with slogans like "Animals aren't fabric" and "Viva Vegan Leather."

Horse running wild in the woods for months is lured to safety by 'sweet' ingenuity

A wild horse that has been running free since last year, with sightings in King and Pierce Counties, is finally safe and sound. The rescue required a lot of patience, a bit of creativity and a little something extra to sweeten the deal for the mustang.