LA County to bring dog training program to juvenile halls

The program will bring dogs from LA animal shelters to the juvenile halls, where the youth will learn to train them, with the hope of making the animals more adoptable.

Griffith Park Pony Rides to shut down after 74 years

The historical landmark, which has been in operation in Southern California since 1948, will close by the end of this year.

Dog dragged by driver in Apple Valley

A woman in Apple Valley witnessed a driver dragging a dog from the car's bumper before she intervened and took the dog to the vet.

Coyote attacks toddler outside Woodland Hills home

A toddler was bitten by a coyote in Woodland Hills. Experts say the attack could be related to people feeding coyotes in the area.

Mom fights off raccoon attacking young daughter waiting for school bus

The whole thing was captured on her home surveillance video — including when she grabbed the raccoon by the scruff and flung it across the yard.

Jonathan the tortoise celebrates 190th birthday, oldest living land animal

Jonathan the tortoise has outlived both World Wars. He is older than the first photograph and has lived through the administrations of 39 U.S. presidents.

What's the real 'Cocaine Bear' story?

If you want facts, here's what we know about the real-life story of “Cocaine Bear.”

British Army veteran rescues 10K+ animals from war in Ukraine

“They saved my life so I want to save as many of them as I possibly can," Tom said about the thousands of animals he's rescued from around the world, including war-torn Ukraine.

Pomona family's dog allegedly shot dead by neighbor

A Pomona family said their eight-year-old lab mix K9 was shot dead by a neighbor after it ran into their backyard while chasing a squirrel.

Photos: Monkeys in central Thailand mark their day with feast

While the entertainment value of the festival is high, organizers are quick to point out that it's not just monkey business.

Horse found dead in stall at Los Alamitos Race Course; 17th dead horse this year

Pistachio Princess was found dead in her stall at Los Alamitos Race Course. She's the 17th horse to die at the track this year, and the 57th to die in California.

Holiday foods that are surprisingly good for your dog

There’s good news for people who want to celebrate turkey day with their favorite furry friend.