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.
Video: playful orcas spotted off California coast
A group of orcas were seen playing near the surface for hours off the coast of California, according to a whale-watching group.
A group of orcas were seen playing near the surface for hours off the coast of California, according to a whale-watching group.
California man sentenced for investment scheme, claimed he could convert cow manure into green energy
The California man bilked investors out of nearly $9 million.
The California man bilked investors out of nearly $9 million.
Brave mini pig confronts black bear to protect farm animals on Vancouver Island
A courageous mini pig named Barbie Q took on a black bear to defend her fellow animals at a Vancouver Island farm.
A courageous mini pig named Barbie Q took on a black bear to defend her fellow animals at a Vancouver Island farm.
13 parrots found hidden in duffel bags at US border, officials say
Border officials said a 26-year-old man applying for entry into the U.S. had hidden the 13 live parrots in duffel bags in the trunk of the car.
Border officials said a 26-year-old man applying for entry into the U.S. had hidden the 13 live parrots in duffel bags in the trunk of the car.
Nearly 1/3 of the US homeless population lives in California. This veterinarian cares for the pets
An elevated train clangs along tracks above Dr. Kwane Stewart as the veterinarian makes his way through a chain link gate to ask a man standing near a parked RV whether he might know of any street pets in need.
An elevated train clangs along tracks above Dr. Kwane Stewart as the veterinarian makes his way through a chain link gate to ask a man standing near a parked RV whether he might know of any street pets in need.
World's Ugliest Dog crowned in Petaluma
Scooter, a Chinese Crested, was the winner of this year’s World’s Ugliest Dog Contest, held in Petaluma Friday. The 7-year-old pup with wispy hair, deformed hind legs, and a hanging tongue narrowly escaped being euthanized after he was born.
Scooter, a Chinese Crested, was the winner of this year’s World’s Ugliest Dog Contest, held in Petaluma Friday. The 7-year-old pup with wispy hair, deformed hind legs, and a hanging tongue narrowly escaped being euthanized after he was born.
Pregnant deer in Florida delivers baby while neck, leg trapped in trash can lid for months
Florida neighbors jumped in to help a pregnant doe trapped in a trash can lid for months.
Florida neighbors jumped in to help a pregnant doe trapped in a trash can lid for months.
San Francisco man fatally shot by police after allegedly killing mom, dog
A family tragedy unfolded at a San Francisco home early Thursday morning.
A family tragedy unfolded at a San Francisco home early Thursday morning.
Billionaires offering dog nanny job with $127K salary pull ad after surge in applications
The recruiting agency that originally posted the job on its website said they received applications from all over the world.
The recruiting agency that originally posted the job on its website said they received applications from all over the world.
Humane Society of Silicon Valley receives $2 million donation to ease financial burden of pet ownership
The Humane Society of Silicon Valley, one of the largest animal shelters in the Bay Area, has received a $2 million donation aimed at alleviating the financial burden of pet ownership and allowing pet owners to access medical funds for their ailing pets.
The Humane Society of Silicon Valley, one of the largest animal shelters in the Bay Area, has received a $2 million donation aimed at alleviating the financial burden of pet ownership and allowing pet owners to access medical funds for their ailing pets.
Nearly 150 dogs found dead in animal rescue founder's backyard
It’s unclear why so many dogs were being kept at the private home of the charity’s president.
It’s unclear why so many dogs were being kept at the private home of the charity’s president.