Chicago's viral 'rat hole' wasn't a rat after all, study suggests
The “Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It’s nuttier than you think.
The “Chicago Rat Hole" mystery is likely solved, as it appears it's not a rat after all. It’s nuttier than you think.
Thunderstorm sparks mysterious 2,000-mile journey for spooked California pup later found in Illinois
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
One theory behind the impressive journey is that Opie, while lost, was mistakenly thought to be dumped and unwanted. They might’ve then scooped him up to save him.
A real Trooper: Abandoned dog left for dead finds new, loving home year after Hurricane Milton
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
One year ago, an abandoned Bull Terrier was left for dead, chained to a fence along Tampa's Interestate 75 as storm surges from Hurricane Milton rushed around the poor pup.
Lost and found: Lowe’s store cat's 85-mile journey ends in happy reunion
A beloved Richmond Lowe’s store cat named Francine has been safely reunited with her home after an unexpected 85-mile journey to North Carolina.
A beloved Richmond Lowe’s store cat named Francine has been safely reunited with her home after an unexpected 85-mile journey to North Carolina.
Pet foster families share stories of hope, raise money for West Suburban Humane Society
On Sunday, pet owners came out to Lisle Community Park to raise money for West Suburban Humane Society in Downers Grove.
On Sunday, pet owners came out to Lisle Community Park to raise money for West Suburban Humane Society in Downers Grove.
Chicago police rescue dog stranded in Chicago River drainpipe
A dog stranded in a drainpipe on the Chicago River had to be rescued by police and reunited with its owner on Saturday afternoon.
A dog stranded in a drainpipe on the Chicago River had to be rescued by police and reunited with its owner on Saturday afternoon.
Chicago woman blames Rover sitter for missing dog — company disputes any ties
A dog owner put her trust in a pet sitter she found on a popular app and now her beloved companion is missing.
A dog owner put her trust in a pet sitter she found on a popular app and now her beloved companion is missing.
Chicago woman blames Rover sitter for missing dog ? company disputes any ties
A dog owner put her trust in a pet sitter she found on a popular app and now her beloved companion is missing.
A dog owner put her trust in a pet sitter she found on a popular app and now her beloved companion is missing.
Brookfield Zoo announces winning name for new axolotl
The votes are in – the Bookfield Zoo Chicago is proud to announce the name chosen by the public for their new axolotl is Sir Mix-O-Lotl.
The votes are in – the Bookfield Zoo Chicago is proud to announce the name chosen by the public for their new axolotl is Sir Mix-O-Lotl.
Chicago restaurants could become more dog friendly thanks to new proposed ordinance
A newly proposed Chicago ordinance could make more restaurants dog friendly.
A newly proposed Chicago ordinance could make more restaurants dog friendly.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago asks public to help name rescued axolotl
Brookfield Zoo Chicago wants your help naming its newest star: a rescued axolotl!
Brookfield Zoo Chicago wants your help naming its newest star: a rescued axolotl!
WATCH: Dog leads Aurora police to leash to escape burning home
Aurora police rescued a dog from a burning home last week after responding to a house fire in the western suburbs, officials said.
Aurora police rescued a dog from a burning home last week after responding to a house fire in the western suburbs, officials said.
Florida woman fights off gator dragging leashed puppy into creek while on walk
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
Brookfield Zoo's Amur leopard cubs pass first health exam, prepare for public debut
They’re growing, pouncing and soon ready to meet the world! See how Brookfield Zoo’s rare leopard cubs are doing two months in.
They’re growing, pouncing and soon ready to meet the world! See how Brookfield Zoo’s rare leopard cubs are doing two months in.
Dog given less than 6 months to live cured of cancer after clinical trial
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Starving puppy's second chance: Pup nursed back to health, rescued by Chicago-area deputy
A story with a happy ending. An emaciated 1-year-old Shepard mix puppy was found by Cook County Deputy Sheriff Justin Butts and nursed back to health with the help of Wright Way Rescue in Morton Grove.
A story with a happy ending. An emaciated 1-year-old Shepard mix puppy was found by Cook County Deputy Sheriff Justin Butts and nursed back to health with the help of Wright Way Rescue in Morton Grove.
Brookfield Zoo mourns loss of 31-year-old brown bear Axhi
Brookfield Zoo Chicago announced that the nearly 31-year-old brown bear Axhi, who first came to the zoo in 1995, has died.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago announced that the nearly 31-year-old brown bear Axhi, who first came to the zoo in 1995, has died.
Abandoned pup with tragic past rescued after being stranded for days on Ohio river
The gray-brown terrier mix was spotted desperately huddled against the side of a lake freighter dock, where she barely had enough space to sit and stay dry above the lapping water.
The gray-brown terrier mix was spotted desperately huddled against the side of a lake freighter dock, where she barely had enough space to sit and stay dry above the lapping water.
Meet the 'super' pup voted TSA’s top dog for 2025
Meet Steeler, TSA’s 2025 top canine of the year!
Meet Steeler, TSA’s 2025 top canine of the year!
Data reveals the most popular dog breed in each state
A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.
A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.