'Oldest dog ever,' Bobi, has title suspended by Guinness World Records amid review

Guinness World Records said it was reviewing Bobi’s title after some veterinarians questioned his age. The purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo died last year.

Morbidly obese cat 'Frosty' finds forever home after rescue by animal shelter

A morbidly obese cat named "Frosty" has been rescued and found a forever home by a Virginia animal shelter. Weighing 28.5 pounds, Frosty became a social media sensation after Richmond Animal Care and Control shared the story on Facebook.

German shepherd shot through her snout in San Jose

A German shepherd survived being shot through her snout in San Jose. The 10-month-old dog's jaw was shattered by a single bullet that went through her paw and exited her body, animal care and services officials say. 

South Bay community turns out for pets in time of need

Animal shelters are full, but a recent program at one San Jose shelter to get pets to good homes was met with success.

Sonoma County animal shelter celebrates adoption of its longest resident

Sonoma County Animal Services celebrated the adoption of its longest resident, a German Shepherd mix that had spent almost her whole life at the shelter.

South Korea parliament approves landmark ban on production and sales of dog meat

South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a landmark ban on production and sales of dog meat, as public calls for a prohibition have grown sharply over concerns about animal rights and the country’s international image.

Avian flu impacting egg supply at some Bay Area grocery stores

Grocery shoppers across the Bay Area have reported bare shelves in the egg aisle, and some stores have implemented limits on the number of egg cartons customers can purchase due to an Avian flu outbreak affecting Sonoma County.

'Saddest dog' finds sanctuary after a harrowing journey in Kentucky

Dembe, once dubbed the "saddest dog" at a Kentucky shelter, has found solace at a local animal sanctuary after a challenging journey.

New breed known for a 'smile' joins the American Kennel Club

Lancashire heelers are solidly built dogs shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, with long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan. They're known for a "smile."

Man dies after shark attack along Maui beach

A tragic incident unfolded in Maui, Hawaii, as a 39-year-old man lost his life following a shark encounter at a beach on 93 Hana Highway in Paia.

Man chases squatting black bear from crawlspace with a paintball gun

A squatting black bear in the crawlspace of a home was 'asked' somewhat politely to please leave. But by asked -- we mean with a paintball gun.

Christmas Eve tragedy: Young bald eagle dies from gunshot wound in Virginia

A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Eve in Virginia as a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound, causing grief and sparking legal repercussions.

Tracking Santa: How penguins also brave arctic temperatures

It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.