3 monkeys still missing after truck crashes in Mississippi

A truck carrying 21 Rhesus macaques crashed on Interstate 59 in Mississippi, leading to several monkeys escaping and three remaining missing.

Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Why chocolate is toxic for dogs; vets urge caution during Halloween

Veterinarians warn dog owners: even small amounts of chocolate can be deadly for pets this Halloween. Here’s why and which types are most toxic.

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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.

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.

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.

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.