Claude, San Francisco's albino alligator, is turning 30 – how Cal Academy is celebrating
Claude was born in Louisiana in 1995. He made his way to San Francisco in 2008, where he's lived ever since.
Claude was born in Louisiana in 1995. He made his way to San Francisco in 2008, where he's lived ever since.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Bay Area ranch manager charged after horse dies from neglect
Jennifer Bryant, 25, was a manager at Chaparral Ranch’s Bear Creek Stables in Los Gatos. Chaparral Ranch provides horseback rides and riding lessons at several locations.
Jennifer Bryant, 25, was a manager at Chaparral Ranch’s Bear Creek Stables in Los Gatos. Chaparral Ranch provides horseback rides and riding lessons at several locations.
Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
Watch: Police find rattlesnake in kitchen of Walnut Creek home
"Yeah, uh, we have a rattlesnake in our kitchen," the caller says.
"Yeah, uh, we have a rattlesnake in our kitchen," the caller says.
Bay Area sea lions sick with deadly bacterial disease transmissible to humans, pets
Sausalito's Marine Mammal Center is sounding the alarm on the risk the outbreak poses for pets and beach-goers.
Sausalito's Marine Mammal Center is sounding the alarm on the risk the outbreak poses for pets and beach-goers.
Santa Clara closes dog park after reports of illnesses, pup's death
City officials in Santa Clara have temporarily closed Nuevo Dog Park following multiple reports of dogs becoming ill after visiting the site, including one that died in late July.
City officials in Santa Clara have temporarily closed Nuevo Dog Park following multiple reports of dogs becoming ill after visiting the site, including one that died in late July.
Zoo asks for small pet donations to feed predators
A zoo in Denmark is asking the public for donations of small pets to feed predators at the zoo.
A zoo in Denmark is asking the public for donations of small pets to feed predators at the zoo.
No animal abuse in case of Pleasanton man allegedly shot by dog trainer, police say
The police department said Friday that the abuse allegations were "unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence."
The police department said Friday that the abuse allegations were "unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence."
Volusia County dog attack: 5-month-old boy killed by 130-pound dog on mother's birthday, sheriff says
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Investigators say the baby was being watched by family members while the boy's parents went out for dinner to celebrate the young mother's 21st birthday.
A 5-month-old boy was killed by a 130-pound dog Wednesday night near Ormond Beach, according to Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood. Investigators say the baby was being watched by family members while the boy's parents went out for dinner to celebrate the young mother's 21st birthday.
Pleasanton dog trainer charged after shooting man over alleged dog abuse: DA
The Alameda County District Attorney's Office has charged the dog trainer with attempted murder.
The Alameda County District Attorney's Office has charged the dog trainer with attempted murder.
Chincoteague Pony Swim kicks off for 100th year
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
Wisconsin bear attack: Bear still at large as DNR ends trapping efforts
Wisconsin officials are calling off their two-week effort to trap a bear that attacked a 69-year-old woman in Barron County.
Wisconsin officials are calling off their two-week effort to trap a bear that attacked a 69-year-old woman in Barron County.
Dozens of peacocks and peahens go missing from Northern California hotel
After a customer at the Ryde Hotel mentioned seeing two men grabbing one of the birds and putting it inside a cage on the bed of a pickup truck, the staff did a count and realized only four of their exotic birds remained.
After a customer at the Ryde Hotel mentioned seeing two men grabbing one of the birds and putting it inside a cage on the bed of a pickup truck, the staff did a count and realized only four of their exotic birds remained.
Authorities seek to identify man who burned raccoon with a blowtorch
San Francisco Animal Care and Control officers are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who was caught on video wielding a blowtorch and chasing a raccoon.
San Francisco Animal Care and Control officers are asking for the public's help in identifying a man who was caught on video wielding a blowtorch and chasing a raccoon.
After their dog died, an Alameda family adopted 'Ziggy' – a DNA test revealed this stunning result
When Rufus died, the Alameda family was heartbroken. They soon adopted a new dog, Ziggy – but the resemblance to their late furry friend was uncanny.
When Rufus died, the Alameda family was heartbroken. They soon adopted a new dog, Ziggy – but the resemblance to their late furry friend was uncanny.
What is Bravecto Quantum? FDA approves 12-month flea and tick treatment
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a first of its kind, once-yearly shot designed to protect dogs from fleas and ticks for up to a year.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a first of its kind, once-yearly shot designed to protect dogs from fleas and ticks for up to a year.
Tenzing, red panda at San Francisco Zoo, has died
Tenzing, a 12-year-old male red panda known for his playful charm and viral antics, has died at the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens after a rapid decline in health caused by a parasitic infection, zoo officials said.
Tenzing, a 12-year-old male red panda known for his playful charm and viral antics, has died at the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens after a rapid decline in health caused by a parasitic infection, zoo officials said.
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.
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.
Your chances of finding a pet-friendly rental are higher in some cities than others. Here's the list.