Can artificial intelligence decode dog barks?
Scientists are developing tools to distinguish whether a dog's bark shows playfulness or aggression.
This is how much it costs to have a pet in 2024
Many Americans have a pet who they consider to be part of the family. But dog and cat owners don’t always anticipate how much the related expenses can be.
South Padre Island shark attacks injure 4, officials say
Four people were injured in shark attacks on South Padre Island on the Fourth of July.
South Elgin shelter aids in rescue of 250 dogs from Oklahoma puppy mills
Two hundred and fifty dogs and puppies were saved from two large-scale puppy mills in Oklahoma and an animal shelter in South Elgin is aiding in their rescue.
'It felt like a miracle': Family of lost golden retriever Rocky shares impossible reunion story
Rocky, Wiseman's family dog, was lost for two nights before being discovered in a local backyard.
Charlotte the stingray, pregnant fish despite no male companion, has died
Charlotte, a stingray that got pregnant at a North Carolina aquarium despite not having shared a tank with a male of her species, has died.
Piping plovers return to Montrose Beach with 4 new chicks
The popular piping plovers have returned to Montrose Beach, captivating crowds with the arrival of four new chicks.
Piping Plover chick hatches at Montrose Beach Dunes
Chicago birdwatchers are in for a treat this summer.
Rescued cats from Iowa find temporary refuge with PAWS Chicago
Eighteen cats, each with unique stories, coats and energy, have joined the PAWS Chicago family.
Name revealed for new Mexican wolf pup at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
A new Mexican wolf pup at Brookfield Zoo Chicago officially has a name!
China sending 2 new pandas to US for 1st time in over 20 years
China is sending a pair of giant pandas to the United States, the first in over two decades.
Animals rescued at Wheeling shelter after quick action from waste pickup worker
A Wheeling animal shelter experienced flooding this week due to a water main break.
Dog treats sold nationwide recalled over possible metal contamination
More than 3,500 bags of dog treats have been recalled over concerns of potential metal contamination, the FDA said.
'Wild Thang' crowned 'World's Ugliest Dog' in Petaluma
The Sonoma-Marin Fair played host to perhaps the globe's most prestigious contest for less than attractive dogs. Friday, an 8-year-old Pekingese named Wild Thang was crowned the 'World's Ugliest Dog'.
Fishermen in Mississippi pull off dramatic rescue of 38 dogs treading water
Two anglers and their fishing guide heard barking from a distance while fishing in Mississippi's Grenada Lake.
PAWS Chicago spotlights medical miracles 'Rizzoli' and 'Sunny' during annual Giving Day
PAWS Chicago celebrated its 3rd annual Giving Day on Thursday. The summer fundraiser is critical because the warmer weather brings in not only puppies and kittens who need homes, but also at-risk, injured and sick homeless pets.
Animals 'used for beastiality' among dozens rescued from dilapidated school bus in Pennsylvania: SPCA
Animal welfare workers in Pennsylvania say at least two animals "used for bestiality purposes" were among over two dozen rescued from a ramshackle school bus.
'Squiggly shark' with 'rare' deformity hooked in Titusville: 'I feel bad keeping this one'
A “squiggly shark" with an apparent tail deformity was discovered in Titusville earlier this month – and researchers have revealed a possible explanation to why the big fish looks the way it does.
California woman was harassed by black bear before fatal mauling
Patrice Miller, 71, had been harassed by an aggressive black bear in her small Northern California town for months before it broke into her home and killed her last year.