Screaming hairy armadillo pups welcomed at New Orleans zoo

As the name suggests, screaming hairy armadillos have hair covering part of their bodies and they let out a “loud-pitched squeal” if they feel threatened.

What to do if a flying Joro spider bites you

These large, long-legged spiders are not considered to be aggressive, however, they are venomous.

Meet Mickey Mouse: Our Pet of the Day
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Mickey Mouse is a big boy with a lot of love to give. He loves to chill with people who match his vibe.

VIDEO: Giraffe tosses toddler at Texas wildlife park

A toddler trying to feed a giraffe at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center in Glen Rose was lifted in the air by the animal.

Cobb County firefighters rescue kittens stuck in well

Two little kittens that were trapped in a 30-feet-deep well are safe thanks to the rescue efforts of Cobb County firefighters.

Meet Fiona: Our Pet of the Day
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Fiona is a little baby and is one of the 400 kittens looking for a home at FurKids right now.

Beagle breeder in Virginia fined $35M after 4,000 dogs rescued

A beagle breeder in Virginia received the largest ever animal-welfare fine this week after thousands of neglected dogs were rescued from its medical breeding facility in 2022.

Bear meets sprinkler in northern MN — and it's hilarious: Video

A black bear wandered into a yard in northern Minnesota and encountered a sprinkler — the outcome was adorable and hilarious. 

Virginia company that bred beagles for research to pay historic $35M fine

A company that bred beagles for medical research agreed Monday to pay a record $35 million as part of a criminal plea admitting it neglected thousands of dogs at its breeding facility in rural Virginia.

Rome police rescue baby fawn trapped in storm drain

Police officers in Rome got a little wild surprise when they were called to check out a storm drain over the weekend.

Millions of chickens killed after fire breaks out on Illinois farm

A devastating fire erupted Wednesday evening at the Wabash Valley Produce facility in Farina, Illinois, resulting in the deaths of millions of chickens.

Meet Mimi: Our Pet of the Day
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Mimi has been with Golden Retriever Rescue after she was saved from a breeder a few months ago. She loves to run and play and would prefer a low-key home.

Rabies case in Newnan neighborhood

Animal control officials in Newnan are warning residents to be alert for suspicious animals after an isolated rabies case. 

Charlotte the pregnant stingray has a 'reproductive disease,' aquarium says

Charlotte the stingray, initially believed to be pregnant without a male companion, was found by a North Carolina aquarium to have a rare reproductive disease affecting her health.

Meet Karin, Gertie, and Tanner: Our Pets of the Day
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Karin loves playing outside and knows a few of the basic commands. Gertie and Tanner are a pair of cuties who have a lot of personality.

Where are mail carriers bit the most by dogs? USPS shares top cities, states

When it comes to dog bites on postal workers, some U.S. cities and states rank higher than others. Here’s what the USPS wants dog owners to know.