Blind Como Zoo cougar adjusting to life without eyes

Jasper, a 4-year-old cougar living at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, is adjusting to life without his eyes. 

Dozens of Koi fish reported stolen from San Jose public garden

Approximately 50 Koi fish were reportedly stolen from the Japanese Friendship Garden in San Jose, park officials said.

Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints are posing hazards for dogs

Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.

Warm weather reminds of Bay Area fire season concerns

From months of winter rain to warm spring sunshine, many in the Bay Area spent the day basking in the sun. But for agencies, Thursday’s weather was another reminder of potential dangers ahead.

Canine influenza: Tips for preventing its spread

In order to stop the spread of canine influenza, experts are asking the public to take some preventative steps.

Dogs can join owners for outdoor dining, FDA says

The FDA updated its food policy earlier this year to let owners and their furry friends enjoy eating together.

Black bear ‘destroyed’ after killing hikers’ dog, hiding body in Canada's Jasper National Park

The attack happened around 4 p.m. Saturday at the Alberta park situated in the Canadian Rockies, as two hikers and their two dogs were returning to the trailhead on Wabasso Lake Trail, Parks Canada said.

Tennessee dog rescued from cave after falling over 50 feet

A hound named Shaker was rescued near Bean Station, Tennessee, after falling nearly 75 feet into a cave on Monday night, officials said.

MLB employees save dog trapped in car's engine compartment after 30-mile trip to Kansas City stadium

A Kansas puppy is helping her Major League Baseball rescuers solidify the testament of how quickly people unite to make things happen in life. Here's BonBon and her tale of unfortunate events.

Australian jockey Dean Holland dead at 34 after falling off horse during race

Dean Holland, a longtime jockey in Australia, died Monday from injuries he sustained when he fell off a horse during a race, Racing Victoria said. He was 34.

Watch: Rescued chimps share hugs after being reunited at sanctuary

Their previous owner kept them confined indoors and was recently sentenced to prison for stealing public funds to pay for his roadside zoo.

Baby ducks rescued from storm drain in Fremont

Over a dozen baby ducks were rescued Saturday afternoon from a storm drain by Fremont firefighters.

Poodle revived with Narcan after being found unconscious next to owner in Kensington: SPCA

Toodles, a tiny poodle, was revived with Narcan after he and his owner were found unresponsive on a Philadelphia street, according to the Pennsylvania SPCA. Officials say he has miraculously made a full recovery.

Bear scare caught on North Carolina man’s security camera

The man was on his phone, relaxing, oblivious to the fact that he was seconds away from staring down a dangerous wild animal.

San Francisco zoo welcomes 9 newly born prairie dog pups

San Francisco Zoo officials celebrated the arrival of nine black-tailed prairie dog pups on Friday.   

7-foot alligator found in NorCal river dies after rescue

A seven-foot alligator was found in a California river and wildlife authorities aren’t sure how the animal got there.

Peregrine falcon eggs hatch on Alcatraz Island

Four chicks from a pair of nesting peregrine falcons have hatched from eggs on Alcatraz Island, according to park officials.