Dozens of cats in Poland got bird flu amid global outbreak
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Scientists worry that rising cases, particularly in animals that have frequent contact with humans, might lead to a mutated version that could spread easily between people, triggering another pandemic.
Golden Gate Fields horse racing track to close at end of 2023 season
The Golden Gate Fields horse racing track near Berkeley is shutting down after its current 2023 season, the company that owns the track announced Sunday.
The Golden Gate Fields horse racing track near Berkeley is shutting down after its current 2023 season, the company that owns the track announced Sunday.
Watch: Clever dog catches fish with impressive stunt
It turns out a dog may be able to teach man a new trick in how to catch fish.
It turns out a dog may be able to teach man a new trick in how to catch fish.
Suspect arrested in North Bay homicide
Police have arrested 65-year-old Novato resident Paul Dwight for allegedly fatally shooting his roommate and a dog Friday afternoon.
Police have arrested 65-year-old Novato resident Paul Dwight for allegedly fatally shooting his roommate and a dog Friday afternoon.
Hundreds of golden retrievers gather in Scotland for anniversary of breed’s founding
The event was expected to be one of the world's largest gatherings of the breed in one place.
The event was expected to be one of the world's largest gatherings of the breed in one place.
Dozens of animals killed in fire at Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach: ‘It’s devastating’
The owner of the Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach is mourning the loss of nearly 40 animals after a fire tore through the facility at Johns Pass in Madeira Beach early Thursday morning.
The owner of the Alligator Wildlife Discovery Center in Madeira Beach is mourning the loss of nearly 40 animals after a fire tore through the facility at Johns Pass in Madeira Beach early Thursday morning.
Young mountain lion found dead along San Jose's Santa Teresa Blvd., necropsy pending
A young mountain lion was found dead along Santa Teresa Boulevard in the South Bay last month, according to a conservation group. A necropsy is pending ,but the death highlights the importance of co-existing with wildlife.
A young mountain lion was found dead along Santa Teresa Boulevard in the South Bay last month, according to a conservation group. A necropsy is pending ,but the death highlights the importance of co-existing with wildlife.
Sunnyvale's beloved pet returned after dog sitter foils extortion plot
Dog-sitter foils dognapping extortion attempt.
Dog-sitter foils dognapping extortion attempt.
Man arrested for alleged extortion involving Sunnyvale family's lost dog
A man was arrested for allegedly trying to extort money from a family in Sunnyvale to return their lost dog, the city's Department of Public Safety said Wednesday.
A man was arrested for allegedly trying to extort money from a family in Sunnyvale to return their lost dog, the city's Department of Public Safety said Wednesday.
Video: Firefighters rescue ducklings from East Bay storm drain
Alameda County firefighters tweeted their daring rescue of adorable ducklings from a storm drain on Monday, reuniting the 10 little ones with their mother.
Alameda County firefighters tweeted their daring rescue of adorable ducklings from a storm drain on Monday, reuniting the 10 little ones with their mother.
Wildlife experts seek to capture 'surfing' Santa Cruz sea otter, deemed public safety risk
Efforts were underway to capture a sea otter repeatedly seen taking over surfboards and kayaks off Santa Cruz, after wildlife experts deemed the animal presented an increasing public safety risk.
Efforts were underway to capture a sea otter repeatedly seen taking over surfboards and kayaks off Santa Cruz, after wildlife experts deemed the animal presented an increasing public safety risk.
Sea otter seen taking over surfboards off Santa Cruz being closely monitored
A "surfing" sea otter, that gained much attention on social media last month for taking over people’s surfboards off Santa Cruz, was being closely monitored by state wildlife officials.
A "surfing" sea otter, that gained much attention on social media last month for taking over people’s surfboards off Santa Cruz, was being closely monitored by state wildlife officials.
San Francisco fire, volunteers rescue harbor seal
The rescued harbor seal will be released back into the wild once it's healthy.
The rescued harbor seal will be released back into the wild once it's healthy.
San Rafael support dog 'Buddy' feared stolen
Arend Dittmer posted dozens of “lost dog" flyers in downtown San Rafael – searching for his dog “Buddy" The one-year-old Cavapoo was allegedly stolen outside of Bank of America on Fourth Street Friday afternoon.
Arend Dittmer posted dozens of “lost dog" flyers in downtown San Rafael – searching for his dog “Buddy" The one-year-old Cavapoo was allegedly stolen outside of Bank of America on Fourth Street Friday afternoon.
Unhoused residents say several cats missing after Caltrans sweep of San Jose encampment
The recent sweep of a homeless encampment in San Jose has left its residents distraught and concerned that several missing cats may have been trapped in tents during the bulldozing.
The recent sweep of a homeless encampment in San Jose has left its residents distraught and concerned that several missing cats may have been trapped in tents during the bulldozing.
Rescued baby red-tailed hawk returned to nest in Golden Gate Park
When a baby red-tailed hawk fell out of a nest in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park last month, it would take five days and a few humans to get it back home.
When a baby red-tailed hawk fell out of a nest in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park last month, it would take five days and a few humans to get it back home.
Mysterious jellyfish pulses through Lake Merritt
A rower captured video of a jellyfish propelling through Lake Merritt Monday morning.
A rower captured video of a jellyfish propelling through Lake Merritt Monday morning.
Florida man's hilarious reaction to poolside iguana sneaking up on him goes viral
A Florida man's high-pitched squeal to an unexpected visitor swimming in a pool with him has become a viral sensation on TikTok, capturing the attention of millions who thoroughly enjoyed his candid reaction.
A Florida man's high-pitched squeal to an unexpected visitor swimming in a pool with him has become a viral sensation on TikTok, capturing the attention of millions who thoroughly enjoyed his candid reaction.
Maine woman, 64, punches bear in nose after it chased her dog
The woman was bitten when she stepped in between her dog and the black bear, which had been chasing her pet – and punched the bear in the nose.
The woman was bitten when she stepped in between her dog and the black bear, which had been chasing her pet – and punched the bear in the nose.
Tips to get anxious pets through Fourth of July fireworks
You may love fireworks, but animal experts insist your pets do not. The sporadic, loud noises and bright lights can be very stressful for your furry friends.
You may love fireworks, but animal experts insist your pets do not. The sporadic, loud noises and bright lights can be very stressful for your furry friends.