House passes bill to make animal cruelty a federal felony in 'major step to end animal abuse'
A bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony was unanimously passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday.
A bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony was unanimously passed in the House of Representatives on Tuesday.
Good dog at shelter for more than 500 days looking for forever home
A very lovable dog who has spent more than 500 days at a Maryland animal shelter is looking for the happy ending she deserves.
A very lovable dog who has spent more than 500 days at a Maryland animal shelter is looking for the happy ending she deserves.
World Series: ‘Nicholas’ the rescued dolphin predicts Nationals win
‘Nicholas’ the Dolphin, one of the rescued residents at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, is weighing in on the World Series matchup. He made his prediction Tuesday at the aquarium by choosing between two tankside ballcaps.
‘Nicholas’ the Dolphin, one of the rescued residents at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, is weighing in on the World Series matchup. He made his prediction Tuesday at the aquarium by choosing between two tankside ballcaps.
Desert Storm veteran seeks help funding dog's life-saving surgery
An animal rescue hopes to help a Desert Storm veteran who sought funding assistance for her dog who is in dire need of surgery.
An animal rescue hopes to help a Desert Storm veteran who sought funding assistance for her dog who is in dire need of surgery.
Volunteers add new enrichment renovations to LifeLine Animal Project's new Community Animal Center
An area animal shelter got an upgrade.
An area animal shelter got an upgrade.
Furkids Rescue takes in cats seized from Marietta cat rescue
The Furkids rescue in Doraville took in 88 cats from the Half the Way Home rescue after the Department of Agriculture seized more than 100 cats from the organization.
The Furkids rescue in Doraville took in 88 cats from the Half the Way Home rescue after the Department of Agriculture seized more than 100 cats from the organization.
Another horse euthanized at Santa Anita Park; 34th since December
Satchel Paige, a 3-year-old gelding, died on Saturday after suffering an injury to his left leg during the fifth race at Santa Anita, the 34th death of a horse at the track since Dec. 26.
Satchel Paige, a 3-year-old gelding, died on Saturday after suffering an injury to his left leg during the fifth race at Santa Anita, the 34th death of a horse at the track since Dec. 26.
Dog gives birth to green puppy: 'It was so shocking when she was born,' owner says
When a Great Dane in Colorado gave birth to a litter of pups, her owner couldn’t believe her eyes: Most of the newborn dogs looked normal, but one of the small animals had green fur.
When a Great Dane in Colorado gave birth to a litter of pups, her owner couldn’t believe her eyes: Most of the newborn dogs looked normal, but one of the small animals had green fur.
Injured DeKalb County police K-9 recovering after surgery
An update on the DeKalb County K-9 shot in the line of duty earlier this week.
An update on the DeKalb County K-9 shot in the line of duty earlier this week.
Police: Man caught on camera stealing a $7,000 dog from store
Dunwoody police are searching for a man who they say stole a $7,000 puppy from a business. The man was captured on surveillance video stuffing the French bulldog into a messenger bag and bolting out of the store.
Dunwoody police are searching for a man who they say stole a $7,000 puppy from a business. The man was captured on surveillance video stuffing the French bulldog into a messenger bag and bolting out of the store.
The cat’s out of the bag: Airport security stops couple after pet cat sneaks into carry-on luggage
Airport security stopped a couple flying to New York from London due to a stowaway passenger - their 5-year-old cat Candy Coole had snuck inside their luggage as they were packing for the trip.
Airport security stopped a couple flying to New York from London due to a stowaway passenger - their 5-year-old cat Candy Coole had snuck inside their luggage as they were packing for the trip.
San Diego woman gives up 140 pet rats after population gets out of hand, now ready for adoption
How would you like a rat for a roommate? At least 140 rats have been put up for adoption in San Diego after their owner relinquished them to the San Diego Humane Society when her pet rat population got out of control.
How would you like a rat for a roommate? At least 140 rats have been put up for adoption in San Diego after their owner relinquished them to the San Diego Humane Society when her pet rat population got out of control.
San Diego woman living in van gives up all 300 of her rats
A woman living in a van in San Diego with her pet rats has agreed to give them up -- all 300 of them.
A woman living in a van in San Diego with her pet rats has agreed to give them up -- all 300 of them.
Cobb County firefighters help rescue horse
Everyone needs a little help getting back on their feet now and then, and that can go for horses as some rescue workers learned this week.
Everyone needs a little help getting back on their feet now and then, and that can go for horses as some rescue workers learned this week.
UK reality show challenges meat-loving families to go vegetarian or be forced to eat their 'pet'
A new British reality show poses a shocking ultimatum to four meat-eating families taking part in the social experiment.
A new British reality show poses a shocking ultimatum to four meat-eating families taking part in the social experiment.
Cats removed from Cobb County rescue home
State authorities removed dozens of cats from a Cobb County rescue home on Thursday afternoon.
State authorities removed dozens of cats from a Cobb County rescue home on Thursday afternoon.
Woman saves chickens with backyard sanctuary
"Crazy chicken lady" Darcy Smith runs a sanctuary and rescue out of her backyard.
"Crazy chicken lady" Darcy Smith runs a sanctuary and rescue out of her backyard.
Kittens saved from a soggy nightmare
Cold, wet, and frightened, three young kittens are pulled from a dank storm drain, and win over the hearts of their rescuers.
Cold, wet, and frightened, three young kittens are pulled from a dank storm drain, and win over the hearts of their rescuers.
'A lot of happy tears': Terminally ill dog adopted by family to fulfill his 'bucket list' adventures
The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland said Rusty could have weeks or months left and hopes to make the most of the time the dog has left.
The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland said Rusty could have weeks or months left and hopes to make the most of the time the dog has left.
Massive 190-Pound Mastiff rescued from Utah canyon after getting stuck
Rescuers in Salt Lake County, Utah, helped carry a large mastiff down from Grandeur Peak on Sunday, October 13, after the dog became stuck and was unable to move.
Rescuers in Salt Lake County, Utah, helped carry a large mastiff down from Grandeur Peak on Sunday, October 13, after the dog became stuck and was unable to move.