California man gave his cats raw milk thinking it was healthier. He says it tragically backfired
A California man whose two cats died after drinking raw milk recalled for bird flu risk says he meant to keep his beloved pets healthy, but his efforts tragically backfired.
San Francisco SPCA waives puppy adoption fees, opens doors to SoCal animals
As the wildfires in Southern California spreads, hundreds of animals have been separated from their owners, overwhelming shelters in the region. The SF SPCA is trying to clear its shelter, so it can receive adoptable animals from Southern California in the coming days.
Here are signs that poor air quality may affect your pet
Bad air quality can have a negative impact on people, but pets can be more susceptible to it, and these are the things to be aware of to protect your animal.
Perry the donkey, model for 'Donkey' character in Shrek movies has died
Perry, the donkey that served as the model for “Donkey," a character in the “Shrek” movies, has died. He was 30.
Pet food recalled over bird flu contamination, house cat dead
A national recall was issued after an Oregon cat died from eating raw pet food contaminated with the bird flu.
It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'
The bald eagle has officially been named the U.S. national bird.
Man reunited with dog for holidays after 11 years apart
Tito was reunited with his dog, Goyo, after 11 years and 2 months apart.
Arizona dog found with heartbreaking note from family looks for forever home
A four-year-old lab mix was found with a heartbreaking note from his family, who said they "had no choice" but to leave him at an Arizona Humane shelter in Phoenix.
Elderly man, pit bull die after dog fight in Simi Valley
The pit bull's owner went into cardiac arrest after his dog got loose. They both died.
LA Zoo hatches first-ever perentie lizards, one of largest lizard species in the world
Two new baby lizards have hatched at the Los Angeles Zoo, the first of their species to be bred there, zoo officials said Thursday.
LA puppies in need of homes after 2 pregnant dogs found abandoned in Watts
A litter of pups are in need of forever homes after two pregnant dogs was found abandoned.
City of LA fined after animal shelter employee mauled by dog
The city of Los Angeles will have to pay $563,250 in penalties for failing to evaluate and correct overcrowding at its San Pedro shelter, which led to a longtime employee being mauled by a dog, officials announced.
Best Friends Animal Society seeks foster families for 'bottle puppies'
With so many dogs crowding into Los Angeles-area shelters, there’s now a growing influx of newborn pups.
Family dog attacks 3 at LA County home, officials say
Three people were recovering after they were attacked by their family dog inside their Norwalk home on Sunday night, authorities said.
German Shepherd puppies born aboard SF whale-watching tour boat
Seven German Shepherd puppies were brought into this world aboard the San Francisco Whale Tours Boat, with the assistance of officers from the San Francisco Police Department's Marine Unit.
Two dozen chihuahuas pups abandoned at North Bay roadside
More than two dozen chihuahuas, abandoned on the roadside in Calistoga, are now searching for their fur-ever homes. The 25 young chihuahuas were all discovered in the cold Thursday night, before being picked up by animal control officers and brought to the Napa County Animal Shelter.
Here's a look at the top pet names of 2024
Rover had the top pet names for male and females pets, as well as other unique subcategories such as “It Girl" names, food names, and more.
LA City Controller to audit Animal Services amid overcrowding, euthanasia concerns
The announcement comes days after LAAS' general manager Staycee Dains resigned without warning.
Judge orders dog facing euthanasia to be returned to Burbank family
After fearing their dog might be euthanized after biting a woman, a Burbank family is breathing a sigh of relief after a judge ordered the dog be returned to its owners under specific conditions -- and not euthanized.
LA Animal Services GM resigns after overcrowding issues, high euthanasia claims
LA animal shelters are currently at 159% capacity, according to the LAAS website.