Emergency summit called after multiple horse deaths at Churchill Downs
Seven horses died from training or racing injuries at Churchill Downs leading up to the 149th Kentucky Derby on May 6, including two on the undercard.
Seven horses died from training or racing injuries at Churchill Downs leading up to the 149th Kentucky Derby on May 6, including two on the undercard.
2 more horses die at Churchill Downs; total stands at 12 at home of Kentucky Derby
Mare Kimberley Dream was euthanized after sustaining a distal sesamodean ligament rupture to her front leg during Saturday’s first race. Lost in Limbo was euthanized following a similar injury just before the finish line in Friday’s seventh race.
Mare Kimberley Dream was euthanized after sustaining a distal sesamodean ligament rupture to her front leg during Saturday’s first race. Lost in Limbo was euthanized following a similar injury just before the finish line in Friday’s seventh race.
Smuggled parrot eggs survive harrowing journey from Central America: 'Hand-raised babies'
Faint chirping inside a carry-on bag at the Miami airport caught the attention of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
Faint chirping inside a carry-on bag at the Miami airport caught the attention of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer.
Black bears emerge from slumber, popping up in Washington communities
As black bears emerge from winter dens, sightings are becoming more common around Washington.
As black bears emerge from winter dens, sightings are becoming more common around Washington.
Skagit Co. shelter seeks adoption for last of 126 dogs rescued in 2022
In Sept. 2022, more than 120 dogs were rescued from a house in Concrete, Washington, where they suffered ‘abysmal’ conditions—and now, local organizations are working to get the last two dogs of the bunch adopted.
In Sept. 2022, more than 120 dogs were rescued from a house in Concrete, Washington, where they suffered ‘abysmal’ conditions—and now, local organizations are working to get the last two dogs of the bunch adopted.
‘Positively regal’ dog rescued after scaling England’s tallest mountain
The dog became injured and too exhausted to make the long trek back down the mountain, according to the rescue crew.
The dog became injured and too exhausted to make the long trek back down the mountain, according to the rescue crew.
Watch: Critically endangered tortoise hatches at Australian zoo
So far, eight adorable hatchlings have left the nest and are exploring their habitats.
So far, eight adorable hatchlings have left the nest and are exploring their habitats.
Watch: Orangutan at Kentucky zoo asks to see 3-month-old baby: 'Cutest thing ever'
Collective "awws" ensued when the orangutan took a closer look, then kissed the glass.
Collective "awws" ensued when the orangutan took a closer look, then kissed the glass.
Seattle has among least-considerate dog owners in U.S., data suggests
Seattle is the dog poop capitol of the U.S. and has among the worst-behaved dogs in the country, according to Twitter data compiled by the Dog Advisory Council.
Seattle is the dog poop capitol of the U.S. and has among the worst-behaved dogs in the country, according to Twitter data compiled by the Dog Advisory Council.
'This is still not acceptable!': 24 dogs dumped in Indiana as search for owner continues
The shelter said while the owner left the dogs in a contained location, it calls the actions unacceptable.
The shelter said while the owner left the dogs in a contained location, it calls the actions unacceptable.
Escaped husky leaves behind mess after ‘party’ at shelter, employees say
Titan, a 4-year-old husky, managed to escape from his enclosure before wreaking havoc on the shelter.
Titan, a 4-year-old husky, managed to escape from his enclosure before wreaking havoc on the shelter.
Video shows car plow through doggy daycare
Wild video from a doggy day care in Maryland shows the moment a car plowed through its storefront and narrowly missed two employees.
Wild video from a doggy day care in Maryland shows the moment a car plowed through its storefront and narrowly missed two employees.
Slovak authorities investigate zookeeper's death in animal enclosure
Authorities in Slovakia launched an investigation after a zookeeper was found dead in an animal enclosure, officials said Tuesday.
Authorities in Slovakia launched an investigation after a zookeeper was found dead in an animal enclosure, officials said Tuesday.
Viral video shows dozens of live fish thrown away in dumpster outside Idaho PetSmart
A viral video on TikTok shows dumpster divers discovering a box of live betta fish in the trash outside an Idaho PetSmart. Here's how the company responded.
A viral video on TikTok shows dumpster divers discovering a box of live betta fish in the trash outside an Idaho PetSmart. Here's how the company responded.
Mother's Day rescue: Officers save ducklings who fell through sewer grate
One Maine officer climbed into the sewer and several feet of water to save the ducklings and reunite them with their mother.
One Maine officer climbed into the sewer and several feet of water to save the ducklings and reunite them with their mother.
Bobi, the world’s oldest dog, celebrates his 31st birthday
Bobi has lived his entire life in Portugal, and his owner says a party was held to celebrate the occasion.
Bobi has lived his entire life in Portugal, and his owner says a party was held to celebrate the occasion.
US government says dogs can dine al fresco but not everyone is on board
Even though nearly half of U.S. states already allow canine dining outdoors, the issue is far from settled, with many restaurants pushing back against the increasing presence of dogs.
Even though nearly half of U.S. states already allow canine dining outdoors, the issue is far from settled, with many restaurants pushing back against the increasing presence of dogs.
Another horse dies at Churchill Downs, home of Kentucky Derby
A horse died Sunday after a race at Churchill Downs, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
A horse died Sunday after a race at Churchill Downs, making it the eighth fatality in recent weeks at the home of the Kentucky Derby.
Herd of Cows aid North Carolina police pursuit, leading them 'directly' to suspect
Police said the cows appeared to be opposed to suspected criminals loitering in their pasture
Police said the cows appeared to be opposed to suspected criminals loitering in their pasture
Newly passed pet protection bills will help abused & neglected animals rehabilitate, find homes faster
A newly signed set of Washington laws are a win for animal rights advocates across the state looking to better regulate dog breeding and commercial pet stores.
A newly signed set of Washington laws are a win for animal rights advocates across the state looking to better regulate dog breeding and commercial pet stores.