East Rome man arrested for training dogs to fight, police say
Jacob Driver Jr, 50, of East Rome, was charged with 18 counts each of dog fighting and related conduct and cruelty to animals.
Jacob Driver Jr, 50, of East Rome, was charged with 18 counts each of dog fighting and related conduct and cruelty to animals.
Spencer, beloved Boston Marathon dog, dies after cancer battles
Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.
Spencer was known to hold a “Boston Strong” flag along the marathon route for the past nine years as runners passed by.
Dog vs shark: Standoff thrills tourists on Bahamas boat tour
Tourists in the Bahamas witnessed a rare standoff between a dog and a shark this week.
Tourists in the Bahamas witnessed a rare standoff between a dog and a shark this week.
Watch: Rarely-seen giant Pacific octopus spotted swimming in Oregon tide pool
The giant Pacific octopus is the largest octopus species on the planet.
The giant Pacific octopus is the largest octopus species on the planet.
Pet of the Day from Paws Atlanta
Jag has been adopted twice from Paws Atlanta but sadly has been returned due to family reasons beyond her control. She's an epic snuggler who loves people.
Jag has been adopted twice from Paws Atlanta but sadly has been returned due to family reasons beyond her control. She's an epic snuggler who loves people.
‘Fire-breathing demon’ dog looks for forever home after being returned 3 times
A New York state animal shelter described the Frenchie as "a whole jerk- not even half.”
A New York state animal shelter described the Frenchie as "a whole jerk- not even half.”
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
Sylvie is a calm and quiet girl that loves to be petted. She gets along with other cats and would do best in a home if she can be adopted with one of her siblings.
Sylvie is a calm and quiet girl that loves to be petted. She gets along with other cats and would do best in a home if she can be adopted with one of her siblings.
Hunter in Georgia recovering after three dogs attacked him 'in a complete frenzy'
Doctors at the emergency room told the Atlanta hunter. he had 298 puncture wounds and needed stitches in seven different places after he was attacked by three dogs.
Doctors at the emergency room told the Atlanta hunter. he had 298 puncture wounds and needed stitches in seven different places after he was attacked by three dogs.
American bald eagles build new home at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center
Alongside all the human innovations, the Kennedy Space Center has become known for its refuge for thousands of animals -- including America’s national bird.
Alongside all the human innovations, the Kennedy Space Center has become known for its refuge for thousands of animals -- including America’s national bird.
Firefighters pull elk struggling in frozen pond
The stunned animal took a moment to turn around and face his rescuers before running off.
The stunned animal took a moment to turn around and face his rescuers before running off.
'Rare' baby chimpanzee born at Florida safari park
A baby chimpanzee was born at Lion Country Safari in Loxahatchee, Florida, in late January, the second chimp born at the facility in a little over a year, the park said.
A baby chimpanzee was born at Lion Country Safari in Loxahatchee, Florida, in late January, the second chimp born at the facility in a little over a year, the park said.
Your rescue pet could be this year’s Cadbury Easter ‘bunny’
The winning rescue pet will also take home a $5,000 cash prize and another $5,000 for the animal shelter of choice.
The winning rescue pet will also take home a $5,000 cash prize and another $5,000 for the animal shelter of choice.
Pet of the Day from Best Friends Animal Society
Misty is a spunky and sweet girl who you are sure to fall in love with.
Misty is a spunky and sweet girl who you are sure to fall in love with.
Pet of the Day from Paws Atlanta
Michael Hott is full of energy, enjoys exercising, and loves treats.
Michael Hott is full of energy, enjoys exercising, and loves treats.
Pig who ‘looked cold’ gets lift from Alaska officers
Officers said the best part was the pig’s name, Elvis Pigsley.
Officers said the best part was the pig’s name, Elvis Pigsley.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
Bruce is independent but loves to cuddle after a long walk
Bruce is independent but loves to cuddle after a long walk
Meet Bubbles: The first pygmy hippo born in Arizona serves important purpose
The Wildlife World Zoo in Arizona welcomed a new addition, and he’s an endangered one. Nessie, a pygmy hippo gave birth to a healthy baby boy this Valentine’s Day, and now a pair of pygmy hippos are adjusting to being new parents.
The Wildlife World Zoo in Arizona welcomed a new addition, and he’s an endangered one. Nessie, a pygmy hippo gave birth to a healthy baby boy this Valentine’s Day, and now a pair of pygmy hippos are adjusting to being new parents.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
Briar's not a lap cat, but he enjoys being near people. He'd be great for a calm home with people who engage in mild activities.
Briar's not a lap cat, but he enjoys being near people. He'd be great for a calm home with people who engage in mild activities.
Watch: Service dog that inspired PAWS Act for veterans honored on her final flight
Kaya, a military service dog, was the inspiration behind the PAWS Act, signed into law in 2021
Kaya, a military service dog, was the inspiration behind the PAWS Act, signed into law in 2021
Dog survives after jumping out of moving car on 101 Freeway near LA's Woodland Hills
A foster dog miraculously dodged a semi-truck after jumping out of the car they were in at full speed on the 101 Freeway near Los Angeles' Woodland Hills neighborhood.
A foster dog miraculously dodged a semi-truck after jumping out of the car they were in at full speed on the 101 Freeway near Los Angeles' Woodland Hills neighborhood.