“Confused" 20-year-old dog surrendered by family finds forever home
Dax appeared to be “confused and sad" after he was surrendered to the shelter in Florida when his family could no longer care for him.
Dax appeared to be “confused and sad" after he was surrendered to the shelter in Florida when his family could no longer care for him.
PAWS Chicago launches mobile vet clinic to provide animal care in underserved neighborhoods
PAWS Chicago has introduced a new mobile vet clinic aimed at bringing vital care to pets in underserved areas of the city.
PAWS Chicago has introduced a new mobile vet clinic aimed at bringing vital care to pets in underserved areas of the city.
Michelangelo overcomes surgery, finds forever home thanks to PAWS Chicago
A puppy who beat the odds and is bouncing back from surgery needs your help.
A puppy who beat the odds and is bouncing back from surgery needs your help.
Hundreds of golden retrievers gather in Scotland for anniversary of breed’s founding
The event was expected to be one of the world's largest gatherings of the breed in one place.
The event was expected to be one of the world's largest gatherings of the breed in one place.
Chicago releases piping plover chicks at Montrose Beach to support conservation efforts
Chicago has released piping plover chicks back into the wild at Montrose Beach, marking the first time these tiny birds have been released outside of Michigan.
Chicago has released piping plover chicks back into the wild at Montrose Beach, marking the first time these tiny birds have been released outside of Michigan.
Glen Ellyn woman faces new felony charges after 10 dogs die, dozens found living in inhumane conditions
Elliot allegedly failed to "provide veterinary treatment to a companion animal, an adult male Husky mix dog named Flounder, when Flounder was severely malnourished, that caused Flounder to suffer serious injury and subsequent death." Flounder was one of the 33 live dogs located on the property and passed away on June 11. He was the tenth dog to die due to inhumane living conditions and/or malnourishment.
Elliot allegedly failed to "provide veterinary treatment to a companion animal, an adult male Husky mix dog named Flounder, when Flounder was severely malnourished, that caused Flounder to suffer serious injury and subsequent death." Flounder was one of the 33 live dogs located on the property and passed away on June 11. He was the tenth dog to die due to inhumane living conditions and/or malnourishment.
Shedd Aquarium welcomes arrival of rare baby Rockhopper penguin
Exciting news from the Shedd Aquarium as a new addition has joined their penguin family—a precious baby penguin has hatched!
Exciting news from the Shedd Aquarium as a new addition has joined their penguin family—a precious baby penguin has hatched!
Gary's Progressive Community Church gives back to community through farming
A community church gives back by teaching teens life skills through farming.
A community church gives back by teaching teens life skills through farming.
DuPage County woman charged after dozens of animals found dead
A Glen Ellyn woman is facing charges following the discovery of more than a dozen dead animals.
A Glen Ellyn woman is facing charges following the discovery of more than a dozen dead animals.
Lake County Sheriff's K9s receive new donated body armor
Two of Lake County Sheriff’s Office K9s received bullet and stab protective vests from a non-profit organization.
Two of Lake County Sheriff’s Office K9s received bullet and stab protective vests from a non-profit organization.
Kitten known as 'Spark Plug' injured in car engine makes full recovery and looking for a home
A kitten is looking for a forever home after a rough go at life so far, the Arizona Humane Society says. Spark Plug was found injured inside a car's engine.
A kitten is looking for a forever home after a rough go at life so far, the Arizona Humane Society says. Spark Plug was found injured inside a car's engine.
Watch: Dozens of dogs rescued from hot U-Haul truck
The temperature inside the truck measured to well over 100 degrees.
The temperature inside the truck measured to well over 100 degrees.
Video shows large shark swimming eerily close to people at Florida beach: 'That sucker came close!'
Swimmers at Navarre Beach in Florida got quite a surprise over the Fouth of July weekend when a large shark was swimming in the ocean alongside them. Video shows people quickly getting out of the water.
Swimmers at Navarre Beach in Florida got quite a surprise over the Fouth of July weekend when a large shark was swimming in the ocean alongside them. Video shows people quickly getting out of the water.
World's cutest rescue dog contest: People magazine, Pedigree team up for special pups
Do you have the world's cutest rescue dog? Here's how you can land them a spread in People magazine and a year's supply of dog food.
Do you have the world's cutest rescue dog? Here's how you can land them a spread in People magazine and a year's supply of dog food.
South Carolina woman dies after alligator attack near golf course
Authorities say a South Carolina woman died Tuesday after she was attacked by an alligator while walking her dog near a golf course.
Authorities say a South Carolina woman died Tuesday after she was attacked by an alligator while walking her dog near a golf course.
Brookfield Zoo animals receive 4th of July treats
In celebration of the July 4th holiday, Brookfield Zoo gave its animals red, white, and blue patriotic-themed treats.
In celebration of the July 4th holiday, Brookfield Zoo gave its animals red, white, and blue patriotic-themed treats.
Florida man's hilarious reaction to poolside iguana sneaking up on him goes viral
A Florida man's high-pitched squeal to an unexpected visitor swimming in a pool with him has become a viral sensation on TikTok, capturing the attention of millions who thoroughly enjoyed his candid reaction.
A Florida man's high-pitched squeal to an unexpected visitor swimming in a pool with him has become a viral sensation on TikTok, capturing the attention of millions who thoroughly enjoyed his candid reaction.
Tips to get anxious pets through Fourth of July fireworks
You may love fireworks, but animal experts insist your pets do not. The sporadic, loud noises and bright lights can be very stressful for your furry friends.
You may love fireworks, but animal experts insist your pets do not. The sporadic, loud noises and bright lights can be very stressful for your furry friends.
Chicago zoos take action to protect animals from poor air quality
As the humans around the Chicago area continue to deal with unhealthy air quality from the Canadian wildfires, our local zoos are also taking action to protect animals.
As the humans around the Chicago area continue to deal with unhealthy air quality from the Canadian wildfires, our local zoos are also taking action to protect animals.
McHenry County K9 praised for heroic capture of home invasion suspect
McHenry County Sheriff's deputies are commending the exceptional work of their dedicated K9 officer, Kylo.
McHenry County Sheriff's deputies are commending the exceptional work of their dedicated K9 officer, Kylo.



















