Spring's hidden dangers that could be deadly to your pets
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month and also offers a good way to help educate pet owners on the dangers of accidental pet poisonings and how to prevent them.
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month and also offers a good way to help educate pet owners on the dangers of accidental pet poisonings and how to prevent them.
Glenview man accused of killing cat, throwing the animal in the trash
A Glenview man was arrested Monday night and is now facing charges of animal cruelty, according to police.
A Glenview man was arrested Monday night and is now facing charges of animal cruelty, according to police.
Labs still reign as America's most popular dog breed; newcomer ranks top 5
Labrador retrievers are still man's top best friend in the U.S., but a certain breed just strutted its way into the top five for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
Labrador retrievers are still man's top best friend in the U.S., but a certain breed just strutted its way into the top five for the first time in nearly a quarter-century.
Dozens of bald eagles in one spot in Minnesota captured in photo
A photo captured by Tim Alms, that’s now gone viral on social media, shows of dozens of eagles perched near Red Wing, Minnesota, a common sight in the Mississippi River Valley during the winter months.
A photo captured by Tim Alms, that’s now gone viral on social media, shows of dozens of eagles perched near Red Wing, Minnesota, a common sight in the Mississippi River Valley during the winter months.
Military dogs celebrated on National K9 Veterans Day
Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.
Not only have war dogs sensed incoming artillery, located wounded soldiers and delivered messages between troops, but their presence on the front lines has boosted morale for centuries.
Highly infectious bird flu found in flock of birds in Illinois
No human cases of avian influenza have been detected in the United States, the CDC said.
No human cases of avian influenza have been detected in the United States, the CDC said.
Shelter dog turned K-9 hero inspires Netflix movie
There’s a K-9 dog in Rhode Island that has such a remarkable storied past, she’s inspired a Netflix movie. You can watch the trailer here.
There’s a K-9 dog in Rhode Island that has such a remarkable storied past, she’s inspired a Netflix movie. You can watch the trailer here.
Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes
The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.
The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.
Video shows horses roaming streets of Orland Park
A video shared on the Citizens of Orland Park Facebook page shows horses roaming the suburban streets Sunday night.
A video shared on the Citizens of Orland Park Facebook page shows horses roaming the suburban streets Sunday night.
Invasive Joro spiders could take over East Coast, study says
The Joro spider was compared to its close cousin, the gold silk spider, and scientists found that the Joro is able to withstand colder temperatures, opening up the opportunity for the species to spread beyond the southeast.
The Joro spider was compared to its close cousin, the gold silk spider, and scientists found that the Joro is able to withstand colder temperatures, opening up the opportunity for the species to spread beyond the southeast.
Dog rescued after getting stuck in frozen Colorado pond
Firefighters say ‘Daisy’ escaped from her backyard and ended up stuck in an icy pond.
Firefighters say ‘Daisy’ escaped from her backyard and ended up stuck in an icy pond.
Biologists seeing more fish species in Chicago waterways due to reduced pollution
The Shedd Aquarium says that after 50 years of working to reduce the pollution in Chicago’s waterways, they now have definitive proof that the efforts are paying off.
The Shedd Aquarium says that after 50 years of working to reduce the pollution in Chicago’s waterways, they now have definitive proof that the efforts are paying off.
Chicago dog with COVID-19 is first confirmed case in Illinois
It is believed the Chicago pug – named Buster – was infected over the New Year’s holiday while being cared for by a person who became very ill with COVID-19.
It is believed the Chicago pug – named Buster – was infected over the New Year’s holiday while being cared for by a person who became very ill with COVID-19.
Owning a pet may help slow cognitive decline in older adults, study finds
Owning a pet, particularly five years or longer, may help keep individuals sharper as they age, according to a new preliminary study.
Owning a pet, particularly five years or longer, may help keep individuals sharper as they age, according to a new preliminary study.
Home security video shows UPS driver dropping heavy package on top of Florida woman's dog
A South Florida dog owner says her home security camera captured the disturbing moment when a delivery driver dropped a heavy box on top of her dog: "He saw that the dog was there, and he decided that he was still going to throw it," she said. "It's heart-wrenching... It's my dog, that's my family. Like, that can't happen."
A South Florida dog owner says her home security camera captured the disturbing moment when a delivery driver dropped a heavy box on top of her dog: "He saw that the dog was there, and he decided that he was still going to throw it," she said. "It's heart-wrenching... It's my dog, that's my family. Like, that can't happen."
Video: Brentwood police dog rips off young woman's scalp
A woman who had shoplifted from a mall had her scalp torn off by a Brentwood police dog. This story has many disturbing visual elements.
A woman who had shoplifted from a mall had her scalp torn off by a Brentwood police dog. This story has many disturbing visual elements.
Chicago's Wieners Circle hosts 'Walk the Dog Day' celebration
The Wiener Circle on Chicago's North Side celebrated National Walking the Dog Day by inviting all the neighborhood pets over and served up some hot dogs.
The Wiener Circle on Chicago's North Side celebrated National Walking the Dog Day by inviting all the neighborhood pets over and served up some hot dogs.
'Hank the Tank’: 500-pound black bear ransacks Lake Tahoe homes, evades authorities
A massive black bear is becoming a nuisance to California residents as they hope he will be captured and sent to a sanctuary.
A massive black bear is becoming a nuisance to California residents as they hope he will be captured and sent to a sanctuary.
WATCH: Deaf dog saved from euthanasia drives around Daytona Speedway
Looks like Gemma could give pro-NASCAR racers a run for their money one day!
Looks like Gemma could give pro-NASCAR racers a run for their money one day!
One million mosquitoes in Florida caught on Sanibel Island
The Lee County Mosquito Control District recently posted photos on its Facebook page of one million mosquitoes lumped into a pile.
The Lee County Mosquito Control District recently posted photos on its Facebook page of one million mosquitoes lumped into a pile.