Cat stuck in cinder block wall rescued by firefighters in Arizona
Firefighters in Mesa, Arizona, rescued a pet cat who had been reported missing after it got stuck in a cinder block wall.
Black lab Saddie seeks forever home after 13 months in shelter
A dog has staff at the Humane Society of Sheboygan County scratching their heads. Saddie the labrador retriever has gone 13 months without being adopted.
101-year-old woman adopts 19-year-old cat from animal shelter
Elderly animals typically have a harder time getting adopted, but when 101-year-old Penny decided to adopt a new cat, she found a "purr-fect" companion in Gus, a 19-year-old feline who had recently been surrendered to the animal shelter.
Penguin under SeaWorld Orlando's care beats cancer twice
SeaWorld Orlando says a 33-year-old male King Penguin named Donna has beaten cancer not once, but twice.
Two-headed turtle hatches in Massachusetts
A two-headed diamondback terrapin hatched two weeks ago at a protected nesting site in Massachusetts. A wildlife center is studying and caring for the turtle, which has a rare condition called bicephaly.
So cute! Beluga whale plays with trainer during check-up at aquarium
Video released by Mystic Aquarium shows the duo’s adorable interaction.
Milwaukee's Mounted Patrol Unit takes police work to new heights
It's the only full-time unit of its kind in Wisconsin – and while it may be small by the numbers, it is mighty in its mission.
Canadian researchers discover new kind of killer whale that hunts large sea mammals: report
Canadian researchers said they identified a new, mysterious kind of killer whale that hunts large mammals—like grey whale calves.
Days after Ariz. woman was found dead inside home, crews are dealing with subsequent rat infestation problem
On Sept. 23, a hoarding situation was discovered at a home in Peoria, and in the aftermath of the discovery, people living in the area are now dealing with a big rat problem. Meanwhile, crews are working to round up the rats.
Illinois man dies of rabies after contact with bat, declining treatment
An Illinois man has died from rabies. It was the first human case of rabies in the state since 1954.
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.
Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter
A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.
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.
Spider monkey named 'J' smuggled into U.S. now living at Brevard Zoo
A 5-month-old black-handed spider monkey named ‘J’ is making his home at the zoo after authorities say someone was caught attempting to smuggle the animal into the country.
Woolly mammoth resurrection? Scientists say it's in process
Funding for the project reportedly comes from investors ranging from Climate Capital to Winklevoss twins.
Ride on the Wild Side brings bikes to the zoo
Sunday, Sept. 12 marked the one day a year people could take a bike ride to see the animals at Milwaukee County Zoo during the 26th annual Ride on the Wild Side.
2 Florida K-9s recovering after getting shot by armed carjacking suspect, deputies say
Two K-9s with a local sheriff's office in Florida are recovering after an armed carjacking suspect shot both dogs during a police pursuit early Saturday, authorities said.
Racine Zoo welcomes young wallaroo
The Racine Zoo is excited to announce the newest member of its Zoo family: Jiemba, the 21-month-old wallaroo who arrived just a few weeks ago.
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.