China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19

Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.

Mama bear and cub enjoy slides at North Carolina playground

Fifth-grade teacher Betsie Stockslager recorded the video as the bears played at Isaac Dickson Elementary School.

'Goodbye kisses': Animal hospital lets dogs taste chocolate before being put to sleep

An animal hospital in Alabama is tugging on the heartstrings of pet owners everywhere with their now-viral post, showing how they provide a moment of comfort to dogs at the end of their life.

Swarm of bees kill more than 60 endangered penguins in South Africa

More than 60 endangered African penguins were apparently killed by a swarm of bees in South Africa last week, in what bird conservationists described as an unusual occurrence.

Video: Mountain lion spotted in Studio City

Home surveillance camera captured a mountain lion walking along a Studio City neighborhood. Now a neighbor is warning fellow pet owners in the area.

Fire at Georgetown pet boarding-facility kills all 75 animals inside

Despite the quick response time from GFD, all 75 dogs inside the Ponderosa Pet Resort in Georgetown, Texas died from smoke inhalation.

National Zoo lions, tigers test 'presumptive positive' for COVID-19

Officials at the Smithsonian's National Zoo say six African lions, a Sumatran tiger and two Amur tigers have tested presumptive positive for the virus that causes COVID-19.

2 K-9 deputies recovering after being shot by carjacking suspect

The Volusia County Sheriff's Office said on Monday that the suspect accused of shooting two K-9 deputies was charged with carjacking with a firearm and shooting a police dog.

Nearly all gorillas at Atlanta’s zoo test positive for COVID

Just days after Zoo Atlanta announced the first positive tests, at least 18 of the zoo's 20 gorillas are now positive for COVID-19.

Dogs compete in Southern California surfing contest

Dog surfing performances were judged on the ability to stay on the board, how they rode the wave, and how much fun they were having.

In Depth: Veterinarian shortage impacting SoCal pet owners

A recent veterinarian shortage, fueled by the pandemic, is causing great concern for some pet owners struggling to get care for their furry-friends.

Man accused of setting dog on fire at a South Los Angeles park

A suspected animal abuser is behind bars after police say he intentionally – and fatally – set a dog on fire.

Dogs of 9/11: Heroic canines combed debris, offered comfort

Thousands of firefighters and emergency medical personnel responded to Ground Zero, including more than 300 specialized canine search and rescue teams.

Baby American Alligators hatch at Gatorland in Orlando

While this is the first baby alligators of the season, more are hatching every day, Gatorland added. Dozens hatch at the park each year.

Dolphin rescued after getting 'pushed into' canal by Hurricane Ida

A young dolphin was rescued and released back into the wild Sunday after Hurricane Ida pushed the mammal into a canal in Slidell, Louisiana.