San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies

Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.

New USDA website centralizes info in fight against New World screwworm parasite threatening U.S. livestock

The U.S  Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal  agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.

FDA authorizes drug to treat cats and kittens infected with New World screwworm

In October, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the first time ever issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a drug to treat dogs and puppies infected with the parasite New World screwworm (NWS).  Now it’s doing the same approval to treat kittens and cats.

Grizzly bear attacks students, teachers in British Columbia; 11 injured

A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.

Watch: Michigan woman rescues raccoon stuck inside dumpster

The woman attempted using a metal trashcan and a cardboard box to get the raccoon out, but neither option worked.

SNAP benefits and impact on pet food in WA
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Nearly one million people in Washington use SNAP benefits. Many are left trying to figure out how to feed their pets.

J-Pod orca calf in WA believed to be dead.
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The Center for Whale Research has announced some sad news. They believe a baby orca named J #64 is most likely dead.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Vote for Tacoma's first Pet Mayor for a day
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Studio 13 Live met two adoptable guinea pigs at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County. Plus, vote for Tacoma's first Pet Mayor for a day!

Firefighters rescue husky puppies after house fire in Monroe, WA

Firefighters rescued eight dogs, including six husky puppies, after an overnight fire displaced a family in Monroe early Tuesday morning.

Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween

Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.

Sea-Meow Con coming to Seattle
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It's a comic con for cat people! Sea-Meow Con is coming to Seattle on November 1-2.

Cougar Mountain Zoo welcomes new cubs in Issaquah, WA

There is a cause for celebration, and pride, in Issaquah as the Cougar Mountain Zoo welcomes new African lion cubs.