Dallas Zoo euthanizes 3-month-old giraffe after 'catastrophic injury'

The Dallas Zoo is mourning the loss of Marekani, a 3-month-old giraffe calf, after a catastrophic injury that veterinarians said had no hope of recovery. She was born at the zoo on July Fourth.

Endangered gray wolf spotted in Southern California may be from Oregon

An endangered gray wolf that traveled at least 1,000 miles from Oregon to California’s Central Coast before his tracking collar stopped giving signals in the spring may still be alive and roaming in Ventura County.

Cat scurries along beam in upper deck before Braves-Phillies

A small cat scurried through the rafters at Truist Park before the Atlanta Braves tried to clinch their fourth straight NL East title against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night.

Officer uses raw chicken in safely removing alligator from Georgia family's pond

An officer used a raw chicken to lure an unruly alligator out of a family's Georgia pond and into a dog trap after the animal refused to leave on its own.

Ivory-billed woodpecker, 22 other species now extinct, US says

The ivory-billed woodpecker and 22 more birds, fish and other species were declared extinct by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Wednesday.

China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19

Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.

Goats found wandering in Buckhead part of work detail

A busy sidewalk in Buckhead became a temporary petting zoo on Monday as FOX 5 Atlanta followed a herd of goats that escaped from a worksite. 

Mama bear and cub enjoy slides at North Carolina playground

Fifth-grade teacher Betsie Stockslager recorded the video as the bears played at Isaac Dickson Elementary School.

Milwaukee County Zoo polar bear dies at 36

The Milwaukee County Zoo has announced the passing of Snow Lilly, the oldest polar bear in human care in North America.

Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter

A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.

'Goodbye kisses': Animal hospital lets dogs taste chocolate before being put to sleep

An animal hospital in Alabama is tugging on the heartstrings of pet owners everywhere with their now-viral post, showing how they provide a moment of comfort to dogs at the end of their life.

Spider monkey named 'J' smuggled into U.S. now living at Brevard Zoo

A 5-month-old black-handed spider monkey named ‘J’ is making his home at the zoo after authorities say someone was caught attempting to smuggle the animal into the country.

Atlanta United welcomes new service dog to team

Atlanta United's newest team is just a few months old, runs on four legs, and is training to help give back to a veteran or first responder who has given so much for their country.

Fire at Georgetown pet boarding-facility kills all 75 animals inside

Despite the quick response time from GFD, all 75 dogs inside the Ponderosa Pet Resort in Georgetown, Texas died from smoke inhalation.

Singapore zoo: Panda father celebrates gender reveal party

Keepers at a Singapore zoo have confirmed that the first panda cub to be born there is a male, and they enlisted the help of proud dad Kai Kai to help spread the word.

Baby giraffe: Oklahoma zoo welcomes healthy female calf

The Oklahoma City Zoo welcomed the newest adorable addition to their animal family, a healthy and tall female baby giraffe.