No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
California groundbreaking set for largest wildlife crossing over 101 freeway
Groundbreaking is set for next month on what’s billed as the world’s largest wildlife crossing — a bridge over a major Southern California highway that will provide more room to roam for mountain lions and other animals hemmed in by urban sprawl.
Groundbreaking is set for next month on what’s billed as the world’s largest wildlife crossing — a bridge over a major Southern California highway that will provide more room to roam for mountain lions and other animals hemmed in by urban sprawl.
Dead birds washing up along the shores of Southern California
Bird experts say these seabirds are suffering from a parasite affecting the population from Santa Barbara down to Orange County.
Bird experts say these seabirds are suffering from a parasite affecting the population from Santa Barbara down to Orange County.
California man charged with smuggling 1,700 reptiles from Mexico, Hong Kong
A Southern California man is accused of smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles — including baby crocodiles and Mexican beaded lizards — into the U.S. since 2016, authorities said Thursday.
A Southern California man is accused of smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles — including baby crocodiles and Mexican beaded lizards — into the U.S. since 2016, authorities said Thursday.
7-year-old boy pens sweet letters for future adopters of his foster dog
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
VIDEO: Mountain lion runs around busy shopping plaza in Irvine
Irvine Police had what they called a "purr-ty scary situation" earlier this week, as a mountain lion led officers on a chase through a local shopping center.
Irvine Police had what they called a "purr-ty scary situation" earlier this week, as a mountain lion led officers on a chase through a local shopping center.
National Puppy Day: Top dog names, adopted breeds by state
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
In honor of National Puppy Day, Top Data has revealed the top names and adopted breeds by state.
Mountain lion struck and killed on PCH in Malibu
A mountain lion has died after it was struck by a vehicle in Malibu on Wednesday morning, officials said.
A mountain lion has died after it was struck by a vehicle in Malibu on Wednesday morning, officials said.
2-year-old colt dies after suffering training injury at Los Alamitos
The 2-year-old colt is the fifth horse to die at Los Alamitos this year and the fourth this month.
The 2-year-old colt is the fifth horse to die at Los Alamitos this year and the fourth this month.
Two horses die at Los Alamitos over the weekend
Four horses have died at the Cypress track this year, including three this month alone.
Four horses have died at the Cypress track this year, including three this month alone.
Northern California man pleads guilty to taking 2 baby bears from their den
A Northern California man who admitted to taking two bear cubs from their den and notified officials after he was unable to care for them pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited species, wildlife officials said.
A Northern California man who admitted to taking two bear cubs from their den and notified officials after he was unable to care for them pleaded guilty to possession of a prohibited species, wildlife officials said.
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.
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.
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.
Steer wanders onto 210 Freeway in Lake View Terrace
A steer is safe in a pen after leading authorities on a chase along the freeway, through a parking lot, and into a local yard Wednesday afternoon.
A steer is safe in a pen after leading authorities on a chase along the freeway, through a parking lot, and into a local yard Wednesday afternoon.
Man caught with more than 50 live reptiles under his clothes at San Diego border crossing
Border Patrol recently found 52 live reptiles stuffed inside a man's jacket and pants.
Border Patrol recently found 52 live reptiles stuffed inside a man's jacket and pants.
New FDA approved drug could help cure mast cell tumors in dogs
A new FDA-approved drug claims to cure most mast cell tumors, in some cases with only a single injection.
A new FDA-approved drug claims to cure most mast cell tumors, in some cases with only a single injection.
Pet owners, stores facing canned food shortage
The next time you go to the pet store don’t be surprised to see some empty shelves.
The next time you go to the pet store don’t be surprised to see some empty shelves.
Hoarding horror: Dozens of neglected animals, dead cats, recovered from Diamond Bar home
More than 80 neglected animals were recovered from a home in Diamond Bar this week. Several dead cats, including some that had been dead so long that only the skeletons remained, were also recovered.
More than 80 neglected animals were recovered from a home in Diamond Bar this week. Several dead cats, including some that had been dead so long that only the skeletons remained, were also recovered.
Dogs can recognize their owners just by their voice, study finds
New research suggests that dogs can identify their owners purely on their voice, without the help of sight and smell.
New research suggests that dogs can identify their owners purely on their voice, without the help of sight and smell.