Tahoe family learns bears were living under their home, after hearing 'odd rumbling, snoring-like noises'
A South Lake Tahoe family was surprised to learn last week that they’d been hosting a family of bears at their home since December.
A South Lake Tahoe family was surprised to learn last week that they’d been hosting a family of bears at their home since December.
Dog sitter arrested for kicking, punching dog after abuse is caught on video, police say
Officers with an Arizona police department arrested a man who they say was caught on video kicking and punching a dog he was babysitting.
Officers with an Arizona police department arrested a man who they say was caught on video kicking and punching a dog he was babysitting.
Ukraine zoo workers who stayed behind to care for animals found shot to death
Two EcoPark zoo workers in Ukraine who stayed behind to help care for animals at the facility — despite Russian shelling — were found dead, officials said.
Two EcoPark zoo workers in Ukraine who stayed behind to help care for animals at the facility — despite Russian shelling — were found dead, officials said.
Florida dog named 'TobyKeith' breaks record as oldest in the world
The pooch surpassed the lifespan of a Chihuahua which is normally between 12 and 18-years-old.
The pooch surpassed the lifespan of a Chihuahua which is normally between 12 and 18-years-old.
Baby goat stolen from Pinole yard found by 'true hero'
The baby goat stolen from a field in Pinole, has been found and reunited with its mother.
The baby goat stolen from a field in Pinole, has been found and reunited with its mother.
Father and son sentenced for illegally killing grizzly bear, leading to cub’s death
Jared and Rex Baum pleaded guilty in Idaho and admitted to covering up the crime.
Jared and Rex Baum pleaded guilty in Idaho and admitted to covering up the crime.
Video shows woman stealing baby goat from field in Pinole
Pinole police are looking for a woman seen in security video taking a baby goat from a field in Pinole. The owner of 'Goats R Us' is pleading for the baby's safe return.
Pinole police are looking for a woman seen in security video taking a baby goat from a field in Pinole. The owner of 'Goats R Us' is pleading for the baby's safe return.
Oakland Coliseum 'invaded' by feral cats
Feral cats have turned the Oakland Coliseum into a feline lair.
Feral cats have turned the Oakland Coliseum into a feline lair.
Dolphin found dead after being impaled on Florida beach, law enforcement says
The dolphin was found dead on a Florida beach after being impaled in the head, NOAA law enforcement said. A necropsy revealed it was impaled in the head by a spear-like object while still alive.
The dolphin was found dead on a Florida beach after being impaled in the head, NOAA law enforcement said. A necropsy revealed it was impaled in the head by a spear-like object while still alive.
Rescue mission launched for Oakland's official city bird
Oakland Zoo relaunched its rescue program to protect Oakland's official bird, the black-crowned night heron.
Oakland Zoo relaunched its rescue program to protect Oakland's official bird, the black-crowned night heron.
Unsightly deer concerns Coloradoans, wildlife officials respond
A deer with warts all over its body has prompted concerns in one Colorado town.
A deer with warts all over its body has prompted concerns in one Colorado town.
Dolphin dies after reportedly being harassed by Texas beachgoers
Officials say the dolphin was "pushed back to the sea, where beachgoers tried to swim with and ride the sick animal."
Officials say the dolphin was "pushed back to the sea, where beachgoers tried to swim with and ride the sick animal."
7 baby ducks rescued in Alameda County Sheriff's first drone rescue
Drones can map inaccessible terrain, replant areas impacted by wildfires and detect and detonate landmines. And in Alameda County, a drone was used to rescue a group of ducks.
Drones can map inaccessible terrain, replant areas impacted by wildfires and detect and detonate landmines. And in Alameda County, a drone was used to rescue a group of ducks.
Animal activist glues self to Timberwolves court during play-in game
A woman had to be escorted off the floor at Target Center during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ play-in game Tuesday night after apparently trying to glue herself to the baseline under a basket.
A woman had to be escorted off the floor at Target Center during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ play-in game Tuesday night after apparently trying to glue herself to the baseline under a basket.
San Jose police rushed animals at a neighboring pet hospital to safety during Home Depot fire
The massive 5-alarm fire at a Home Depot on Saturday threatened animals at a pet hospital next door. Police shared dramatic images of officers springing into action to evacuate animals at the
The massive 5-alarm fire at a Home Depot on Saturday threatened animals at a pet hospital next door. Police shared dramatic images of officers springing into action to evacuate animals at the
Orphaned mountain lion cub 'Rose' recovering at Oakland Zoo
Lion cub 'Rose' was found in San Mateo County in need of medical attention. She is now being cared for at the Oakland Zoo.
Lion cub 'Rose' was found in San Mateo County in need of medical attention. She is now being cared for at the Oakland Zoo.
Most dog owners are improperly feeding their pets, study finds
A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.
A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.
Suspect in shooting of Lady Gaga's dog walker released from jail due to 'clerical error'
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, 19-year-old James Jackson was released from the county's custody due to a clerical error. LASD called Jackson's sudden release "inadvertent."
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, 19-year-old James Jackson was released from the county's custody due to a clerical error. LASD called Jackson's sudden release "inadvertent."
Zoos move birds indoors as avian flu spreads in North America
Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.
Birds can spread the virus through droppings and nasal discharge. Experts say it can be spread through contaminated equipment, clothing, boots and vehicles carrying supplies.
Dog attack: 3-year-old girl gets 180 stitches after suffering bite wounds on face, arms, stomach
A 3-year-old girl received 180 stitches on her face and additional stitches on other parts of her body after being attacked by a dog over the weekend in Hemet.
A 3-year-old girl received 180 stitches on her face and additional stitches on other parts of her body after being attacked by a dog over the weekend in Hemet.