Disoriented bat rehabbed at Hayward nature center, released into the wild

A disoriented bat that was under the care of staff at Hayward's Sulphur Creek Nature Center has been released into the wild. The bat was brought to the center by a vigilant member of the public.

Most expensive, affordable cities to own a pet: Rover report

Some people have either delayed or decided to not have children altogether and instead got a pet because they claim pets are more affordable.

Goat tests positive for avian influenza — a first in the United States

A goat kid in Stevens County, Minnesota, has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), marking the first case in the United States of bird flu in a domestic ruminant. 

German shepherd pup shot in San Jose; 2 suspects sought

A German shepherd pup named Marley was shot in the skull as her owner slept in San Jose and police on Monday asked the public for help in finding the suspects.

Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.

Berkeley service dog missing last seen on BART tracks

A Berkeley service dog has been missing since Monday after "Loyalty" was last seen walking on the BART tracks downtown, police and the family said. 

Runaway horses gallop alongside drivers on Ohio highway

In Cleveland, Ohio, a peculiar traffic jam unfolded on March 2 when a pair of runaway horses galloped alongside vehicles on a local highway. T

Mountain lion spotted in Livermore neighborhood

Home surveillance video shows a mountain lion walking across the front lawn of a home in Livermore Sunday. Experts said the animal is a juvenile male, likely looking for food and to establish its own territory. They said sighting in the East Bay are rare.

911 call of cougar attacks near Fall City released, 1 cyclist injured

Audio from several 911 calls have been released from a terrifying cougar attack north of Snoqualmie, capturing the moments a group of friends tried to pin the creature down with their bicycles.

Oakland Zoo treats injured tiger cub

The Oakland Zoo has begun treating a tiger cub that has multiple improperly healed fractures and shows signs of malnourishment after being rescued.

Two giant pandas are being sent to San Diego Zoo from China

China is planning to send a new pair of giant pandas to the San Diego Zoo this year, quelling fears after nearly all the iconic bears on loan to U.S. zoos were sent home as bilateral relations began to sour.

Dog attack: Racine woman's arm severed, says pet 'went berserk'

A Racine woman spoke to FOX6 News about a gruesome dog attack that happened inside her home last November. The dog was later shot by police.

Colorado man bitten by pet Gila monster dead days later

Two Gila monsters and 26 spiders of different species were removed from the home after the rare bite, authorities said.