Pebbles, the world’s oldest dog, dies at 22

Pebbles, a toy fox terrier from Taylors, South Carolina, died on Oct. 3 — five months shy of her 23rd birthday.

How petting dogs could improve your attention span and motivation

Researchers concluded that the brain stimulation felt by regularly petting a dog could translate to improved cognitive function down the road.

Wildlife agencies finding elevated 'forever chemicals' in deer, fish

The discovery is prompting health advisories in parts of the country where hunting and fishing are ways of life and key pieces of the economy.

Hundreds of stranded parrots rescued after Hurricane Ian

Hurricane Ian battered Southwest Florida a week ago with 150 mph gusts, making some roads impassable and islands inaccessible.

Wild turkey causes chaos after breaking into Ohio home

The turkey caused quite the chaos in this Ohio home, smashing (twice!) through a window while escaping police.

Mount Mary pet blessings unite community: 'Celebrate life'

Mount Mary University in Wauwatosa held pet blessings Tuesday. The university said it also offered a strong sense of community.

Snake shows off mesmerizing climbing skills

Despite snakes giving most people the heebie jeebies, the video is somehow still mesmerizing to watch.

Kurt, world's 1st clone of rare horse, learning 'wild language' from female companion

A rare wild horse that was cloned in 2020 recently made his debut to visitors at the San Diego Zoo and is learning from Holly, a young female of his own species.

Petfest 2022 at Milwaukee's Henry Maier Festival Park

Petfest 2022 brought pets and pet lovers to Milwaukee's Henry Maier Festival Park on Saturday, Sept. 24.

India welcomes back cheetahs after 70 years

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the cats into their enclosure Saturday morning.

Suspicious slime trail leads German authorities to stash of giant African snails

German customs officials say a trail of slime led them to a stash of almost 100 giant African land snails and other items hidden inside bags at Duesseldorf Airport this month.