Coyote involved in deadly Crissy Field dog attacks put down
The coyote behind the killings of several dogs at a San Francisco park was killed by wildlife professionals, according to park officials.
Hurricane Milton: Puppy rescued from rubble left behind by storm after owners go unaccounted for
Amid the devastation left by Hurricane Milton, a puppy named Benji was rescued Thursday morning from the rubble of what was once a home in a Florida mobile home retirement community. His owners are among those unaccounted for.
Zoo mourns death of baby giraffe after tragic leg fracture
The Abilene Zoo in Texas is mourning the loss of Zahara, a baby giraffe who died on October 2 after suffering a severe leg fracture.
Invasive 25-pound rodent spreads in Bay Area, posing health and infrastructure threat
A disturbingly large, invasive rodent, double the weight of a cat, is causing widespread concern in the Bay Area, threatening infrastructure, the state’s water supply and posing a health risk to humans, pets, and livestock.
Alameda County fire search, rescue dog dies
The Alameda County Fire Department reported the recent death of their search dog, Gunner.
Joshua the goat escapes pumpkin patch to join town's half-marathon
Joshua’s owner didn’t know he was running in the competition until she saw photos circulating on social media of him with the runners.
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star: Meet these other adorable animals stealing hearts
Moo Deng isn’t the only viral zoo star! Discover other adorable animals like Pesto the penguin, Rocky the orangutan, and Fiona the hippo who are capturing hearts worldwide with their unique charm and lovable antics.
Stolen goats return home to Santa Rosa family: Sonoma Sheriff
Three goats stolen from a Santa Rosa home earlier this month have returned home to their family, the Sonoma County Sheriff's Department said on Monday.
Crissy Field coyote warning issued for off-leash dogs
The National Park Service is sending out a warning about coyotes at Crissy Field.
Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo, sparks viral makeup trend
Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, has inspired a viral makeup trend featuring glossy skin and soft pink blush. TikTok creators are recreating the look, making the hippo a sensation in the beauty world.
Missing cat goes on 900-mile journey from Yellowstone to home in California
Rayne Beau (pronounced "rainbow"), the cat made his way home to California after going missing in Wyoming.
Pleasanton dog likely dies of heat stroke
A dog left on a balcony in the heat Tuesday died before Pleasanton Animal Services could get to it.
Pet food recalled over possible salmonella, listeria contamination
Several dog food products from Answers Pet Food have been recalled after FDA testing revealed the presence of salmonella and listeria. Both pets and humans are at risk of illness, prompting safety precautions and disposal instructions for consumers.
Petco shifts to adoption-only for rabbits amid pressure from advocacy group
The decision aligns with the company's "Think Adoption First" philosophy, which encourages customers to adopt rather than buy pets.
3 goats stolen from Santa Rosa home: sheriff
The Sonoma County Sheriff is hoping to find the woman caught on surveillance camera allegedly stealing three goats from a Santa Rosa home.
DRAMATIC VIDEO: 8 escaped rodeo bulls run through crowd, into town
Eight bulls escaped a rodeo in North Attleboro, Massachusetts Sunday, and one is still missing.
Oakland fire crews rescue trapped deer
A deer in distress found trapped upside-down between a house and a garage was rescued by Oakland firefighters Saturday afternoon.
Rhino undergoes world's 1st surgery for fractured leg at England’s Knowsley Safari
A young rhino named Amara at England’s Knowsley Safari recently underwent the world's first surgery for a fractured leg.
Fans flocking to meet Moo Deng, the viral pigmy hippo
Moo Deng has gained instant fame as visitors are traveling from around the world to get a closer look at the beloved baby hippo.
San Francisco SPCA welcomes pets as wildfire threatens homes
The SF SPCA picked up dozens of animals from overcrowded Orange County shelters, as the Airport Fire threatens the region and strains local facilities.