Police: Man killed cat for playing with Christmas tree

"We are going to do everything possible to make sure he is convicted," the shelter told FOX 35 News.

Lions at Chicago zoo getting a new $15 million home

The lions at Chicago's Lincoln Park Zoo are getting some new digs worthy of the kings of the jungle.

Christmas photo of dog suffering 'existential crisis' goes viral on Twitter

The holiday season can be overwhelming for both humans and pets, as evidenced by a small dog who was recently pictured suffering an “existential crisis” during a wintery photo shoot.

Neighbors say NFL player’s dogs attacked and ripped apart family pet

The Flowers family rescued a black Labrador named Sandy when she was a puppy. We can't show you the last picture taken of Sandy. That horrific photo would haunt you.

Family's show dog held for ransom by thieves

A Florida family is trying to get their dog back from thieves who are demanding thousands of dollars for her safe return.

Illinois treasurer returns nearly $20K woman left to local animal shelter

She passed away more than a decade ago, but on Tuesday, an animal lover's generous donation finally found its way to a suburban shelter.

Someone is putting tiny cowboy hats on pigeons in Las Vegas as animal rescue works to remove them

Someone in Las Vegas has been putting tiny cowboy hats on the heads of Las Vegas pigeons, and while you might be asking yourself why, one local onlooker only has one explanation: “the rodeo is in town.” 

Sheriff escorts man to jail after 'extremely emaciated' dog found: 'This is how we treat you'

A Florida sheriff personally escorted a man into jail for failing to provide enough food for his “extremely emaciated” dog, warning neglectful pet owners that “if this is how you treat your dog … this is how we treat you.”