Alaska firefighters rescue baby moose trapped inside home

Authorities were able to tranquilize the moose, and six firefighters helped carry it out on a stretcher intended for a large human.

Wild turkey population exploding in Massachusetts

According to the state’s wildlife officials, there were about 1,000 birds in 1978. Today, the population is estimated between 30,000 and 35,000 birds.

Holiday foods that are surprisingly good for your dog

There’s good news for people who want to celebrate turkey day with their favorite furry friend.

Tortured pit bull found zip tied along Georgia road

Officials with the Northeast Georgia Humane Society called it one of the worst animal cruelty cases they have ever seen.

Dog undergoes drastic surgery after being found on roadside tortured and abused

"In my 11 years of working in animal welfare, this is one of the worst cases of deliberate animal cruelty that I have seen." said Garrett Williams, the shelter manager.

Tennessee authorities search for person who set dog on fire

“Our team is heartbroken by Diamond’s story,” Metro Animal Care and Control said in a Facebook post.

Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of Cobb County
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Toliver Howard has a special story of survival. He's happy, enjoys plenty of attention, and gets along well with other cats.

Why jellyfish show up on shore during a storm – and why most fish don’t

Most other sea creatures don’t make such an appearance – so, what makes the jellyfish different? The answer is both simple and complex, and involves the animal’s biology and behavior.

Dog who ran away during house fire reunited with family

A community in southern Minnesota came together to help a family whose dog ran away in the chaos as their house was on fire. Nine days later, Gypsy is back with her family. 

Pet of the Day from PAWS Atlanta
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Caboose enjoys play time and treats. He's a friendly dog with laid back energy, and he's ready for his forever home.

Hilarious video proves reporter's point about why elephants need our protection

Kenyan reporter Alvin Kaunda had an important message for viewers about human impacts on the environment. A nearby baby elephant had other concerns. 

Destructive giant snail intercepted by ‘Beagle Brigade’ at Atlanta airport

The Atlanta airport’s so-called "Beagle Brigade" found a stash of prohibited items coming in from overseas including a massive invasive snail, which agricultural officials consider among the most destructive.