Deputy accidentally shoots self in leg while fending off dog attack: PCSO

A Polk County deputy is recovering after shooting herself in the leg during a dog attack on Sunday, according to the sheriff's office.

Watch: Coyote gets 'booped' by its potential rodent dinner

The video captured along Snoqualmie Pass in Washington state shows the small rodent sneak up behind the coyote and “tag" its tail.

New Florida bill aims to crack down on puppy mills and bad breeding

A new Florida bill called "Make America’s Dogs Safe Again" is sparking debate over how to regulate dog breeding in the state. 

Incredible Dog Challenge returns to Clearwater this weekend

Some of the nation’s top canine athletes are taking over Coachman Park this weekend for a crowd-pleasing, high-energy competition.

Puppy, beaten beyond recognition, fighting for its life at Oviedo animal hospital

A 10-week-old puppy is fighting for its life after being badly beaten in Live Oak, Florida. The puppy was so severely swollen from its injuries, rescuers didn’t even know which breed she was.

Partnership offers horse therapy for Bay Area kids battling cancer

A partnership between Quantum Leap Farm and the 1Voice Foundation has provided free equine therapy for around 300 kids battling pediatric cancer.

Watch: Golden retrievers appear under seats during best flight ever

A couple recently found two golden retrievers resting under their seats on a flight from Fort Myers, Florida to Detroit, Michigan.

Dad feels like 'coolest Papi' while introducing daughter to dolphin pal

A dad in St Petersburg, Florida, said that a friendly dolphin made him "the coolest papi" when he was able to introduce it to his daughter.

Florida Senate will vote on bill to hold 'dangerous dog' owners accountable

The Florida Senate will vote Tuesday on the "Pam Rock Act," named after Pam Rock, who was tragically killed by five pit bulls while delivering mail in 2022. The bill aims to increase accountability for dangerous dog owners by requiring them to keep their pets securely confined and carry liability insurance worth at least $100,000.

Horse collapses, dies on downtown Atlanta sidewalk

Police are investigating the death of a horse that was found on a sidewalk in downtown Atlanta.

Nevada deputies seize 7 'emotional support' tigers from home

Authorities in Nevada seized seven "emotional support" tigers from a home last week. The owner claimed he got some of the tigers from Joe Exotic.

Tampa dog owner pries open gator’s jaws to save pet from attack

A Floridian's worst nightmare: a battle between a dog and a gator, but it was no match for the dog's owner, who made sure her beloved pet was coming home and pulled her dog "Kona" from the alligator's grip.

SeaWorld Orlando fined after trainer hurt by killer whale: OSHA

A trainer at SeaWorld Orlando was hurt by one of its killer whales during a training exercise in 2024, according to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor, resulting in a $16,000 fine by OSHA.

These are the top puppy names by state

In honor of National Puppy Day on March 23, a new study reveals the top puppy names by state.