Bear surprised by motion-activated sprinkler: Video
A black bear got quite the surprise when it activated a sprinkler in a yard in Minnesota. The hilarious moment was caught on video.
Cities with the most pet-friendly landlords
Your chances of finding a pet-friendly rental are higher in some cities than others. Here's the list.
Watch: South Carolina troopers lasso runaway pig on busy interstate
The adventurous swine brought traffic to a halt on Interstate 26 in Chapin, prompting trooper Matthew Bullard to respond to the scene.
Anti-cat declawing bill in California advances
A California legislator is trying to ban a practice performed on cats that he and other advocates call "cruel" and "outdated."
Watch: Bear's hilarious attempt to pry open a trash can
The bear tips the can, rotates it, pushes it, and climbs on top of it in a desperate - yet entertaining - attempt to get it open.
Tahoe mother bear euthanized after an attack, leaving behind 2 cubs
A South Lake Tahoe mother bear with "a long history of human conflict" was euthanized this week, after the animal attacked a camper and sent her to the hospital, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife said.
Tips for keeping pets calm during July 4th fireworks shows
The Fourth of July promises excitement and festivities for residents throughout the Bay Area, but it's quite the opposite for man's best friend.
Nationals' bat-retrieving dog Bruce laps up pregame attention, makes MLB debut
Bruce, a golden retriever, made his MLB debut fetching a bat for the Washington Nationals on Saturday, delighting fans.
Dead whale washes ashore in Richmond
The mammal is one of more than a dozen whales found dead in the Bay Area this year.
Rangers capture large South American lizard in Santa Clara County park
Park rangers on Thursday captured an Argentine black and white tegu lizard that was spotted in Joseph D. Grant County Park last week.
101 dogs saved from puppy mill, and no they're not dalmatians
Some of the breeds of the rescued dogs included Pomeranians, Yorkshire terriers and “doodle" mixes.
Watch: Runaway pet zebra airlifted after great escape in Tennessee
Ed the pet zebra made quite a splash in his new town, running away a day after his arrival. Video shows him being airlifted by helicopter after he was found Sunday.
Study finds yet another benefit of having a dog in the family
A large new study finds that early-life exposure to dogs may reduce the genetic risk of developing eczema in children, offering more evidence of the health benefits of having a pet.
Rising pet care costs find many owners unprepared, study shows
More pet owners are opting to invest in wellness plans and pet insurance for their furry family members, adding to their annual pet care costs.
Rabbit v. squirrel: The adorable showdown we've all been waiting for
A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.
One of Big Bear’s bald eaglets has officially left the nest
Big Bear's beloved bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, are a step closer to becoming empty nesters after one of their two female eaglets took her first flight from the nest.
14th dead whale of 2025 washes up on Montara Beach
A dead whale washed up on the shores of a Bay Area beach over the weekend, marking the fifth such instance in the last week, and the 14th of the year.
Here's how to spot and treat allergies in dogs and cats
As spring continues, veterinarians report a rise in pet allergies, with most cases triggered by environmental factors like pollen, grasses, and fleas, while others stem from food sensitivities.
Denali's live sled dog cam is back with 5 adorable new puppies
Denali's sled dogs work with mushing rangers to patrol the park's 2 million acres of designated wilderness.
Deputies try laser pointer on bobcat in Colorado home: ‘Cats are all the same’
When a bobcat wandered into a Colorado home and perched on a shelf, deputies tried to coax it down with a laser pointer—only for the wild feline to ignore the classic cat trick.