Chicago family pleads for help after French bulldog stolen from backyard
A family on Chicago's South Side is pleading for help after their 3-year-old French Bulldog, Pico, was stolen from their backyard.
A family on Chicago's South Side is pleading for help after their 3-year-old French Bulldog, Pico, was stolen from their backyard.
Mother dies shielding her child from three dogs
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Emily Panuco and her 5-year-old son were visiting her mother's house to see several week-old puppies when three adult dogs attacked them.
Watch: Dog reunites with owner after surviving 43 days alone in Colorado
A 10-year-old dog named Rocky has been reunited with his owner after surviving 43 days alone in Summit County, Colorado.
A 10-year-old dog named Rocky has been reunited with his owner after surviving 43 days alone in Summit County, Colorado.
Transit van carrying 8 dogs recovered after being stolen in front of Chicago pet salon
A van carrying eight dogs has been recovered after it was stolen outside a pet salon Tuesday morning in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
A van carrying eight dogs has been recovered after it was stolen outside a pet salon Tuesday morning in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
Man arrested after stolen van carrying 8 dogs recovered outside Chicago pet salon: police
A van carrying eight dogs has been recovered after it was stolen outside a pet salon Tuesday morning in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
A van carrying eight dogs has been recovered after it was stolen outside a pet salon Tuesday morning in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
Suburban nature center announces the death of beloved swan
Lake Katherine Nature Center announced on Friday that a swan passed away on their lake in Palos Heights.
Lake Katherine Nature Center announced on Friday that a swan passed away on their lake in Palos Heights.
Mayor names new head of Animal Care and Control amid shelter backlash: 'Very concerning'
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Susan Capello as the permanent leader of Chicago Animal Care and Control, a move drawing criticism from animal advocates and scrutiny from Ald. Ruth Cruz (30th) over conditions, euthanasia rates, and calls for broader reform.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Susan Capello as the permanent leader of Chicago Animal Care and Control, a move drawing criticism from animal advocates and scrutiny from Ald. Ruth Cruz (30th) over conditions, euthanasia rates, and calls for broader reform.
Dog treats recalled in multiple states over possible salmonella contamination, FDA says
The Food and Drug Administration said the latest recall covers Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs sold in several states, including Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
The Food and Drug Administration said the latest recall covers Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs sold in several states, including Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
Left behind at Las Vegas airport, dog ‘JetBlue’ now has a forever home
A dog that was tied to a baggage sizer and abandoned at a Las Vegas airport earlier this month has found a new home with the police officer who helped rescue him.
A dog that was tied to a baggage sizer and abandoned at a Las Vegas airport earlier this month has found a new home with the police officer who helped rescue him.
'Who’s looking after them?' — Chicago alderman on sick calls from shelter volunteers | ChicagoLIVE
Alderman Gilbert Viegas joined ChicagoLIVE after volunteers described animals not being walked for days, inexperienced staff handling exotic animals and even volunteers facing retribution for speaking up. Viegas explains why he and more than a dozen aldermen want a national search — and what residents should expect next from the mayor’s office.
Alderman Gilbert Viegas joined ChicagoLIVE after volunteers described animals not being walked for days, inexperienced staff handling exotic animals and even volunteers facing retribution for speaking up. Viegas explains why he and more than a dozen aldermen want a national search — and what residents should expect next from the mayor’s office.
Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Baby monkey carries faithful stuffed companion everywhere he goes, drawing crowds at zoo
Born in July and abandoned soon afterward, Punch-kun now treats a stuffed orangutan like the mother he never had. (Courtesy @20230605x_x via Storyful)
Born in July and abandoned soon afterward, Punch-kun now treats a stuffed orangutan like the mother he never had. (Courtesy @20230605x_x via Storyful)
Score a puppy touchdown with Eli
PAWS Chicago shows off a cuddly puppy for adoption!
PAWS Chicago shows off a cuddly puppy for adoption!
Photos: Wolfdog joins race, crosses finish line at Olympic ski event
A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.
A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.
Dog found tied, abandoned at Las Vegas airport; owner arrested at gate
A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.
A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.
Multi-agency federal effort cracking down on abusive dog breeders and dogfighting rings
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.
Manatee rescued after being trapped inside storm drain under road in Melbourne Beach
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
An adult manatee that became stuck inside a storm drain under a Melbourne Beach roadway has been rescued following an hours-long operation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
How people treat their pets is a good indicator of how they treat others, study finds
When it comes to relationships, a new study by Rover finds that pets are the ultimate green flag and how someone treats their pet is how they will treat others.
When it comes to relationships, a new study by Rover finds that pets are the ultimate green flag and how someone treats their pet is how they will treat others.
Puppy Bowl 2026: What time, how to watch
Puppy Bowl XXII, the fluffiest day in football, is here.
Puppy Bowl XXII, the fluffiest day in football, is here.
Why Chicagoans are seeing more coyotes | ChicagoLive
Viral videos of coyotes in Chicago have people on alert. Wildlife expert Stanley Gehrt from The Ohio State University explains why sightings spike in February and what dog owners should do to stay safe.
Viral videos of coyotes in Chicago have people on alert. Wildlife expert Stanley Gehrt from The Ohio State University explains why sightings spike in February and what dog owners should do to stay safe.



















