McHenry firefighters save horse stuck in muddy pond | ChicagoLIVE
When a horse got stuck 20 feet off shore in a muddy pond, McHenry Township firefighters jumped into action — literally. Deputy Chief Karen Bush and Battalion Chief Dave Harwood tell ChicagoLIVE how teamwork, quick thinking, and a little farm know-how helped bring the animal safely back to land.
Fire crews save horse trapped in mud at McHenry farm
Fire crews rescued a horse that became stuck in a pond Tuesday afternoon at Hickory Creek Farm.
FDA issues recall of several brands of pet food due to salmonella risk
Pet food company Foodynamics is voluntarily recalling several brands of its dog and cat products due to possible salmonella contamination.
Squirrel chase leaves husky stranded high up a tree
In a surprising rescue in northern Indiana, a husky named Aurora gave her family and neighbors quite a scare after she climbed high into a tree while chasing a squirrel.
Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped
Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office.
Helpless dog left tied to fence during nor’easter
A dog was left in the pouring rain chained to a fence in southern Connecticut, as a nor'easter brought heavy rain and gusty winds to the area earlier this week.
Video: Mini-cow named ‘Jason Moo-Moah’ sets sail and hangs out on Pinellas County sandbar
Heads turned, eyes stared, and jaws dropped as if they had never seen a mini-cow on a boat trolling through Pinellas County waters.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chicago restaurants could become more dog friendly thanks to new proposed ordinance
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!
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.