5 new meerkats born at Oakland Zoo
Sandy, a meerkat at the Oakland Zoo, recently gave birth to five pups, the zoo shared.
Sandy, a meerkat at the Oakland Zoo, recently gave birth to five pups, the zoo shared.
Rescued dog from LA evades capture after escaping adoptive home in Alaska
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
Rescued from a California shelter after devastating wildfires, Jackie was adopted by a family in February but slipped her collar and fled into a forested area.
San Quentin inmates reunite with puppies they raised into service dogs
Hugs, tears, barking and tail wagging abounded at San Quentin’s prison when two black Labradors reunited with the incarcerated men who helped raise them to be service dogs.
Hugs, tears, barking and tail wagging abounded at San Quentin’s prison when two black Labradors reunited with the incarcerated men who helped raise them to be service dogs.
San Quentin's puppy training program
It was a special moment for two men serving time in San Quentin's prison when they got reunited with two dogs they trained to be service animals.
It was a special moment for two men serving time in San Quentin's prison when they got reunited with two dogs they trained to be service animals.
Monterey Bay Aquarium announces poll to name new sea otter
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is seeking the public's help in naming its new resident sea otter. The aquarium's website has a poll that will close at midnight.
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is seeking the public's help in naming its new resident sea otter. The aquarium's website has a poll that will close at midnight.
Shuttered horse track at Alameda County Fairgrounds hopes for revival
The racetrack at the Alameda County Fairgrounds has closed, marking the end of at least five generations of horse racing in Pleasanton.
The racetrack at the Alameda County Fairgrounds has closed, marking the end of at least five generations of horse racing in Pleasanton.
Flight passenger says dog barked 'nonstop' during 8-hour flight, sparking debate among travelers
A Reddit user is sparking a debate over traveling with pets after a dog was barking nonstop during an eight-hour flight from Paris to Newark, New Jersey. Social media users weigh in.
A Reddit user is sparking a debate over traveling with pets after a dog was barking nonstop during an eight-hour flight from Paris to Newark, New Jersey. Social media users weigh in.
Cows wrangled up after going loose on I-45 in Houston: WATCH
Several cows and bulls were running loose on I-45 in Houston on Monday. SkyFOX was live over the scene as authorities tried to wrangle them.
Several cows and bulls were running loose on I-45 in Houston on Monday. SkyFOX was live over the scene as authorities tried to wrangle them.
SeaWorld Orlando fined after trainer hurt by killer whale: OSHA
A trainer at SeaWorld Orlando was hurt by one of its killer whales during a training exercise in 2024, according to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor, resulting in a $16,000 fine by OSHA.
A trainer at SeaWorld Orlando was hurt by one of its killer whales during a training exercise in 2024, according to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor, resulting in a $16,000 fine by OSHA.
These are the top puppy names by state
In honor of National Puppy Day on March 23, a new study reveals the top puppy names by state.
In honor of National Puppy Day on March 23, a new study reveals the top puppy names by state.
Video: Tangled duck dangles from PG&E powerline
A wild duck got tangled up in some fishing line, which then caught on a PG&E line in Sonoma County on Wednesday, causing alarm from a distraught customer.
A wild duck got tangled up in some fishing line, which then caught on a PG&E line in Sonoma County on Wednesday, causing alarm from a distraught customer.
Florida woman allegedly drowned dog in airport bathroom after pet denied boarding, police say
A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.
A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.
Here's how much it costs to own a pet in 2025
A new report from Rover highlights the rising costs of pet ownership.
A new report from Rover highlights the rising costs of pet ownership.
Search for suspect who decapitated dead sea lion in Bodega Bay
The suspect was seen using an 8-inch black knife to remove the sea lion’s head, placing it in a clear plastic bag, and riding away, authorities said.
The suspect was seen using an 8-inch black knife to remove the sea lion’s head, placing it in a clear plastic bag, and riding away, authorities said.
Puppy ingests 44 items including socks, onesie prompting emergency surgery
A Bernese Mountain Dog pup swallowed 44 non-"foreign bodies" including 24 socks, a shoe insert and a onesie. Veterinarians said, "Against all odds," the puppy survived.
A Bernese Mountain Dog pup swallowed 44 non-"foreign bodies" including 24 socks, a shoe insert and a onesie. Veterinarians said, "Against all odds," the puppy survived.
20-pound cat rescued after getting trapped under car in Livermore
A 20-pound cat was rescued in Livermore after getting trapped under a car while trying to keep warm.
A 20-pound cat was rescued in Livermore after getting trapped under a car while trying to keep warm.
East Bay rescue group welcomes racing greyhounds to help them find new homes
A greyhound rescue group based in Walnut Creek is receiving a dozen dogs this week that were bred for racing.
A greyhound rescue group based in Walnut Creek is receiving a dozen dogs this week that were bred for racing.
Rescued ‘jelly bean-sized’ baby hummingbirds being cared for by SPCA
SPCA Monterey County announced it is caring for tiny, “jelly bean-sized" baby hummingbirds. Wildlife officials offered tips on how to keep baby birds safe during hatchling season.
SPCA Monterey County announced it is caring for tiny, “jelly bean-sized" baby hummingbirds. Wildlife officials offered tips on how to keep baby birds safe during hatchling season.
Watch: Texas driver hailed as 'hero' for rescuing dog from freeway
A Texas driver, Luis Vargas, is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a lost dog running along a freeway in El Paso around 3 a.m. on February 26.
A Texas driver, Luis Vargas, is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a lost dog running along a freeway in El Paso around 3 a.m. on February 26.
San Francisco firefighters give dog oxygen after house fire
Firefighters are known for rescuing cats from trees. But how often do you hear about them resuscitating a dog to life? San Francisco firefighters did just that.
Firefighters are known for rescuing cats from trees. But how often do you hear about them resuscitating a dog to life? San Francisco firefighters did just that.