Decatur resident says scammer faked finding cat, demanded money
A would-be scammer tried to fleece a disabled pet owner desperately searching for their cat.
A would-be scammer tried to fleece a disabled pet owner desperately searching for their cat.
Budweiser Clydesdales will no longer shorten their tails, company says
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Budweiser parent company Anheuser-Busch InBev announced Wednesday that its iconic Clydesdales will no longer have their tails shortened using a common, yet controversial, procedure that has drawn the ire of animal activists.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of NE Georgia
Malachi is the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia's longest shelter resident. He walks well on a leash, knows some commands, and tries to keep a clean kennel.
Malachi is the Humane Society of Northeast Georgia's longest shelter resident. He walks well on a leash, knows some commands, and tries to keep a clean kennel.
Rescue group needs fosters, financial support after taking in puppies rescued from abuse
The immediate need is for foster families and for funds to continue the medical care.
The immediate need is for foster families and for funds to continue the medical care.
Sibling cats left at shelter with heartbreaking note: 'My mom can’t take care of me anymore'
In North Carolina, two sibling cats are in search of a new home after being left at an animal shelter with a touching note.
In North Carolina, two sibling cats are in search of a new home after being left at an animal shelter with a touching note.
Alaska fisherman hooks and cooks blue-fleshed fish: ‘Mother Nature is incredible’
Weighing only up to 2 lbs., rock greenlings may not sound like an impressive catch. But once you see one, it’s clear these little fish are worthy of the chase. Would you eat it?
Weighing only up to 2 lbs., rock greenlings may not sound like an impressive catch. But once you see one, it’s clear these little fish are worthy of the chase. Would you eat it?
Pets of the Day from FurKids
Gracie is gentle and very sweet natured and especially loves seniors. Scarlet Redd loves belly rubs, back scratches, and watching birds from a window seat.
Gracie is gentle and very sweet natured and especially loves seniors. Scarlet Redd loves belly rubs, back scratches, and watching birds from a window seat.
A trio of cats for Pet of the Day
Peaches and Etta are bonded sisters who want a new home together. Frosty takes a bit to warm but, but once he does he's very chatty and loves treats.
Peaches and Etta are bonded sisters who want a new home together. Frosty takes a bit to warm but, but once he does he's very chatty and loves treats.
Watch: Adorable rescue goat learns to walk with prosthetic legs
Stanley is doing more than just walking: he’s thriving.
Stanley is doing more than just walking: he’s thriving.
Manatee spotted in Rhode Island saltwater pond is first known New England sighting since 2016
A manatee was seen in a saltwater pond in Rhode Island, in a rare sighting since the marine mammal does not frequent New England waters.
A manatee was seen in a saltwater pond in Rhode Island, in a rare sighting since the marine mammal does not frequent New England waters.
California officer escorts horse after rider's DUI arrest
A person on horseback in central California was arrested for riding drunkenly, prompting a police officer to use a patrol car to help guide home the steed.
A person on horseback in central California was arrested for riding drunkenly, prompting a police officer to use a patrol car to help guide home the steed.
Firefighters rescue puppies swept into storm drain by heavy rain
Two puppies are lucky to be alive after being swept into an underground storm drain during Tuesday night's storms in Paulding County.
Two puppies are lucky to be alive after being swept into an underground storm drain during Tuesday night's storms in Paulding County.
Months later, New Jersey man tracks down stolen French bulldog
Xavier Burgos said his pup, Enzo, was stolen back in May, but thanks to an anonymous tip and some great detective work, Enzo is now back at home.
Xavier Burgos said his pup, Enzo, was stolen back in May, but thanks to an anonymous tip and some great detective work, Enzo is now back at home.
DeKalb County Animal Services in desperate need of help to avoid euthanizing dogs
The DeKalb County animal shelter needs 250 dogs to find a home before the end of the day or they'll be forced to euthanize some due to an extreme lack of space.
The DeKalb County animal shelter needs 250 dogs to find a home before the end of the day or they'll be forced to euthanize some due to an extreme lack of space.
Pet of the Day from Paws Atlanta
Jag adores people and is described as an epic snuggler who can't get close enough.
Jag adores people and is described as an epic snuggler who can't get close enough.
First wild spotless giraffe found in Namibia, conservation group says
The Angolan giraffe was spotted in Africa and is believed to be only the second in the world.
The Angolan giraffe was spotted in Africa and is believed to be only the second in the world.
Pet of the Day from the Humane Society of NE Georgia
Jimmy Hendrix walks well on a leash and loves to learn as long as he has a good treat.
Jimmy Hendrix walks well on a leash and loves to learn as long as he has a good treat.
New body cam footage shows deputies save K-9 officer's life after shooting
The officers were working to save the life of the K-9 who had just risked his own for theirs.
The officers were working to save the life of the K-9 who had just risked his own for theirs.
Horse rescued from pool after being frightened during North Carolina storm
The horse had been stuck in the pool for several hours before the fire department and animal rescue came to help.
The horse had been stuck in the pool for several hours before the fire department and animal rescue came to help.
Pets of the Day from Furkids
London is incredibly sweet and loves people of all ages. Caty Purry loves to sing, play with her siblings, and chase around feather toys.
London is incredibly sweet and loves people of all ages. Caty Purry loves to sing, play with her siblings, and chase around feather toys.