Mom fights off raccoon attacking young daughter waiting for school bus
The whole thing was captured on her home surveillance video — including when she grabbed the raccoon by the scruff and flung it across the yard.
The whole thing was captured on her home surveillance video — including when she grabbed the raccoon by the scruff and flung it across the yard.
Jonathan the tortoise celebrates 190th birthday, oldest living land animal
Jonathan the tortoise has outlived both World Wars. He is older than the first photograph and has lived through the administrations of 39 U.S. presidents.
Jonathan the tortoise has outlived both World Wars. He is older than the first photograph and has lived through the administrations of 39 U.S. presidents.
Watch: Heroic mom saves young daughter from rabid raccoon attack
Video shows the little girl repeatedly trying to kick the raccoon off her leg before her mom steps in.
Video shows the little girl repeatedly trying to kick the raccoon off her leg before her mom steps in.
Deer spotted running around Oregon neighborhood with Christmas lights
Linda Reed, a resident in the area, shared a video of the animal walking through her yard.
Linda Reed, a resident in the area, shared a video of the animal walking through her yard.
'Reckless driver' turns out to be dog behind wheel of Texas parking lot crash
“He apparently got a little antsy and bounced around the cab setting this truck in motion,” officials shared.
“He apparently got a little antsy and bounced around the cab setting this truck in motion,” officials shared.
Watch: Minnesota bull moose captured on trail cameras
Researchers say moose are not common in the area, but over the past few years they've captured "quite a few bulls on camera."
Researchers say moose are not common in the area, but over the past few years they've captured "quite a few bulls on camera."
Metro Atlanta sheepdog recovering after coyote attack
Casper was protecting his farm's flock from a pack of coyotes. He disappeared for two days before returning to the farm in rough shape.
Casper was protecting his farm's flock from a pack of coyotes. He disappeared for two days before returning to the farm in rough shape.
'Help us save Lucky's life': Nonprofit in need of donations for dog left paralyzed after being hit by train
With an estimated total of $15,000 for the surgery and $1,000 per night to stay at the ICU, Philly Rescue Angels is asking for donations to help cover the expenses for Lucky's care.
With an estimated total of $15,000 for the surgery and $1,000 per night to stay at the ICU, Philly Rescue Angels is asking for donations to help cover the expenses for Lucky's care.
4 lion cubs saved from Ukraine war arrive at Minnesota sanctuary
Four lion cubs that were orphaned during the war in Ukraine have arrived safely at a Minnesota animal sanctuary that has pledged to provide them a permanent home.
Four lion cubs that were orphaned during the war in Ukraine have arrived safely at a Minnesota animal sanctuary that has pledged to provide them a permanent home.
Pet of the Day from PAWS Atlanta
Candy is a sweet 4-year-old domestic shorthair mix. In her spare time, she likes to hunt for bugs.
Candy is a sweet 4-year-old domestic shorthair mix. In her spare time, she likes to hunt for bugs.
Waukesha County Lake Keesus gator head dragged in by cat
Burnt Toast's catch on Lake Keesus in Waukesha County Sunday gave new meaning to the phrase, "Look what the cat dragged in..."
Burnt Toast's catch on Lake Keesus in Waukesha County Sunday gave new meaning to the phrase, "Look what the cat dragged in..."
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia
Zoomie has the perfect name because she always has the zoomies. She has an adorable smile and likes to grab all of your attention so she can have you all to herself.
Zoomie has the perfect name because she always has the zoomies. She has an adorable smile and likes to grab all of your attention so she can have you all to herself.
Missing sisters, pet dog found safe in Louisiana woods after community search
Officials said they used resources including drones, ATVs, K9s and a helicopter to help locate the children and dog.
Officials said they used resources including drones, ATVs, K9s and a helicopter to help locate the children and dog.
Minnesota Zoo animals are ecstatic it's snowing!
While the snowfall causes havoc on metro roads, the animals at the Minnesota Zoo are having a blast playing in the fresh snow.
While the snowfall causes havoc on metro roads, the animals at the Minnesota Zoo are having a blast playing in the fresh snow.
Giving Tuesday counts more than ever for nonprofits
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving to charities and nonprofits held the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This year Giving Tuesday could have a major impact on nonprofits that have seen a drop in donations, likely because of the economy.
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving to charities and nonprofits held the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This year Giving Tuesday could have a major impact on nonprofits that have seen a drop in donations, likely because of the economy.
British feline, 27, becomes ‘world’s oldest living cat’
“Flossie” is a black and brown kitty who’s the equivalent of 120 human years.
“Flossie” is a black and brown kitty who’s the equivalent of 120 human years.
22-year-old Los Angeles dog named oldest dog alive by Guinness World Records
You may spot the oldest dog alive walking around Venice Beach or cruising with his humans along Pacific Coast Highway.
You may spot the oldest dog alive walking around Venice Beach or cruising with his humans along Pacific Coast Highway.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
Sloan is a curious cat with a sweet personality towards humans and other cats. He has a brother, Finnian, and the shelter says they need to be adopted together.
Sloan is a curious cat with a sweet personality towards humans and other cats. He has a brother, Finnian, and the shelter says they need to be adopted together.
Photos: Monkeys in central Thailand mark their day with feast
While the entertainment value of the festival is high, organizers are quick to point out that it's not just monkey business.
While the entertainment value of the festival is high, organizers are quick to point out that it's not just monkey business.
PETA blasts 'shameful' National Dog Show whose best-in-show winner is owned by NFL player
Chargers' Morgan Fox owns a 3-year-old French bulldog.
Chargers' Morgan Fox owns a 3-year-old French bulldog.