FDA approves emergency use of medication to treat screwworm in dogs, cats
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday issued an emergency use authorization for a medication to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats.
FDA: Pet food recalled over nutritional deficiency
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
Pet owners are urged to check their shelves after an expanded recall of pet food sold in dozens of states due to potentially dangerous vitamin deficiencies.
Dog among 2 new screwworm cases; Canada blocks Texas livestock imports
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.
USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.
Watch: Horse airlifted to safety after falling into ravine
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
A horse was airlifted to safety after falling into a ravine in Italy.
Florida owl gets stuck between tree trunks, Pasco County Fire Rescue crew swoops in to save bird
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
Pasco County Fire Rescue saved a trapped owl after the bird became wedged tightly between two tree trunks.
Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.
Happy the elephant, famous for mirror recognition study, euthanized
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
Happy, the elephant that gave researchers new information on how they behave, has been euthanized at the age of 55.
WA man accused of throwing rock at monk seal pleads not guilty in Hawaii court
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
A Covington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in a Honolulu courtroom on Wednesday.
No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals.
WA gray whale deaths hit 23 after latest Olympic Coast discovery
A 23rd gray whale washed ashore in WA, the 6th in May alone, as scientists track a record die-off, per the Cascadia Research Collective.
A 23rd gray whale washed ashore in WA, the 6th in May alone, as scientists track a record die-off, per the Cascadia Research Collective.
Harbor seal shot in head in Hood Canal dies after recovery
The harbor seal that was found shot in the head in the Hood Canal has tragically died after undergoing months of rehabilitation.
The harbor seal that was found shot in the head in the Hood Canal has tragically died after undergoing months of rehabilitation.
23rd gray whale death reported along Washington coast
The 23rd gray whale death of 2026 has washed ashore the Washington coastline, marking the sixth death in the state in May alone.
The 23rd gray whale death of 2026 has washed ashore the Washington coastline, marking the sixth death in the state in May alone.
Harbor seal shot in Hood Canal, WA dies after months of rehabilitation
"Benny" the seal, who was found shot in the head in the Hood Canal, died after showing signs of improvement.
"Benny" the seal, who was found shot in the head in the Hood Canal, died after showing signs of improvement.
Raaw Energy pet food recall expanded over listeria concerns, reported illnesses
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
A major pet food recall has been expanded after samples collected by state regulators all tested positive for listeria.
Fishin' time in WA: Free fishing weekend happening in June, WDFW announces
The WDFW announced that this year's free fishing weekend will return across Washington state June 6–7, allowing people to fish for many species without purchasing a license. Some species remain explicitly banned, however.
The WDFW announced that this year's free fishing weekend will return across Washington state June 6–7, allowing people to fish for many species without purchasing a license. Some species remain explicitly banned, however.
Scientists track Washington sea otter comeback
Scientists are using drones, stopwatches and spotting scopes along Washington's Olympic Coast to track sea otter foraging habits, hoping to assess their recovery and potential future reintroduction to Oregon.
Scientists are using drones, stopwatches and spotting scopes along Washington's Olympic Coast to track sea otter foraging habits, hoping to assess their recovery and potential future reintroduction to Oregon.
21 gray whales have washed up on WA shores this year
The 21st dead gray whale to be discovered along the Washington coast in 2026 was recorded along the shores of Willapa Bay.
The 21st dead gray whale to be discovered along the Washington coast in 2026 was recorded along the shores of Willapa Bay.
WA man released after Seattle court hearing for monk seal attack
Igor Lytvynchuk was released after his federal court appearance in Seattle, but is due for another in Honolulu on May 27.
Igor Lytvynchuk was released after his federal court appearance in Seattle, but is due for another in Honolulu on May 27.
Utah firefighters help save millions of honeybees
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.
Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.