Chicago tries new rat control strategy: Birth control
Chicago’s newest tool in the war on rats? Birth control.
Chicago’s newest tool in the war on rats? Birth control.
Illinois man charged with animal cruelty after 19 dogs found in filthy conditions
A Bolingbrook man was charged with animal cruelty after authorities found 19 dogs living in deplorable conditions inside his home, according to Will County court documents.
A Bolingbrook man was charged with animal cruelty after authorities found 19 dogs living in deplorable conditions inside his home, according to Will County court documents.
Parrots in need: Chicago-area rescue seeks homes for 150 birds
The Villa Park organization stressed the importance of understanding the responsibility of adopting one of these birds. Some parrots can live up to 80 years.
The Villa Park organization stressed the importance of understanding the responsibility of adopting one of these birds. Some parrots can live up to 80 years.
Dog on Dan Ryan: What's next for small pup rescued from Chicago expressway
What would you do if you saw a small dog running for its life on a busy highway?
What would you do if you saw a small dog running for its life on a busy highway?
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.
Over 40 bald eagles gather on frozen Wisconsin waters: 'Lake of America'
Residents in Wisconsin observed an astonishing moment when dozens of bald eagles gathered on frozen waters.
Residents in Wisconsin observed an astonishing moment when dozens of bald eagles gathered on frozen waters.
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.
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.
Dogs of science; Wisconsin puppy mill could face criminal charges
A factory farm west of Madison that breeds beagle puppies for use in scientific experiments is facing both criminal and disciplinary investigations for mistreatment of animals.
A factory farm west of Madison that breeds beagle puppies for use in scientific experiments is facing both criminal and disciplinary investigations for mistreatment of animals.
From matting to marvel: Rescued Tibetan Mastiff in Chicago finds new life and home
Rescued in horrific condition in the South Deering neighborhood, the Tibetan Mastiff, now named Sprout, has made a remarkable recovery.
Rescued in horrific condition in the South Deering neighborhood, the Tibetan Mastiff, now named Sprout, has made a remarkable recovery.
Billions of buzzing cicadas will emerge across multiple states this spring
The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.
The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.
Bald eagle found in NW Indiana dies, cause of death revealed
A bald eagle found in a field this week in northwest Indiana has died from an illness, according to the rehabilitation center that had been caring for the bird.
A bald eagle found in a field this week in northwest Indiana has died from an illness, according to the rehabilitation center that had been caring for the bird.
Beluga calf at Shedd Aquarium officially has a name
Shedd Aquarium announced that its seven-month-old beluga whale has been named Opus following an exclusive vote by aquarium members.
Shedd Aquarium announced that its seven-month-old beluga whale has been named Opus following an exclusive vote by aquarium members.
Giraffe in Detroit: Animal spotted in bed of pickup is 100% real
A giraffe in the back of a truck turns out it was precisely what it looked like for a Metro Detroit driver.
A giraffe in the back of a truck turns out it was precisely what it looked like for a Metro Detroit driver.
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.
Colorado puppy thieves fake seizure to steal dogs from pet store: police
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
Watch: Firefighters save goat stranded on 5th-floor ledge in Spain
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Dog missing after escaping South Loop pet hotel
More than 72 hours later, the frantic search for a lost dog continues after the pup escaped a South Loop pet hotel over the weekend.
More than 72 hours later, the frantic search for a lost dog continues after the pup escaped a South Loop pet hotel over the weekend.
Rest in peace Hurricane: Most decorated K9 in US history dies
Hurricane is a very good boy.
Hurricane is a very good boy.