California officer escorts horse after rider's DUI arrest

A person on horseback in central California was arrested for riding drunkenly, prompting a police officer to use a patrol car to help guide home the steed. 

A Connecticut couple rescues a baby shark caught in a work glove

Deb Dauphinais, a dive instructor, said she thought the shark was dead, but when it twitched she motioned for her husband to come over and help.

Couple livid after sitting next to farting dog on 13-hour flight

A couple from New Zealand is demanding a refund after they sat next to a smelly dog on their 13-hour-long Singapore Airlines flight.

Puppy given Narcan after fentanyl exposure in Irvine

This apparently was not the first time the dog had overdosed, according to a police spokesperson. The dog's owners could face charges of felony animal cruelty.

Spider season arrives in Chicago as summer ends

While potentially dangerous spiders like the black widow and brown recluse are exceedingly rare in our region, nuisance spiders are the ones currently making their way into homes and porches.

Paula's Paws: The Chicago animal lover who revolutionized America's bond with pets
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You may not know her by name, but you have felt her impact in Chicago. She's taken her love and empathy for pets and transformed it into a remarkable life saving organization. Meet Paula Fasseas, the devoted Chicago animal lover who changed the nation's relationship with our pets.

VIDEO: 3-legged bear breaks into Florida home's lanai, drinks 3 White Claws | 'Oh my God, look at him!'

A Lake Mary, Florida, mother received the shock of her life when she discovered that a three-legged black bear, affectionately known as Tripod, had somehow managed to break into her home while her 13-year-old son was inside with the family dog. The woman said the bear even accessed her outdoor refrigerator and helped itself to three of her White Claws.

Indiana prosecutor requests investigation into heat exhaustion deaths of 8 dogs in box truck

The Lake County prosecutor has requested Indiana State Police open an investigation into the heat exhaustion deaths of eight canines being transported in a box truck from O’Hare Airport to Michigan on the night of July 27th.

Florida dog reunited with owner after being separated during Idalia

Copper the pup went on an "unexpected adventure," the Charlotte County Emergency Management team said, but was reunited with its owner, thanks to an animal control officer.