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Kisses from your dog may contain deadly bacteria, study says
A recent study suggests that kisses from dogs may contain antibiotic-resistant strains of bacterial infection that may be deadly to humans.
A recent study suggests that kisses from dogs may contain antibiotic-resistant strains of bacterial infection that may be deadly to humans.
Unsightly deer concerns Coloradoans, wildlife officials respond
A deer with warts all over its body has prompted concerns in one Colorado town.
A deer with warts all over its body has prompted concerns in one Colorado town.
Wildlife volunteers work to rescue young owl after four died from eating poisoned rats
A rescue operation is underway to save a lone owl after wildlife groups said its family was wiped out by rat poison. Bird activists said so far at least four owls – including the chick’s parents – have died from eating rats that ate rat poison.
A rescue operation is underway to save a lone owl after wildlife groups said its family was wiped out by rat poison. Bird activists said so far at least four owls – including the chick’s parents – have died from eating rats that ate rat poison.
Most dog owners are improperly feeding their pets, study finds
A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.
A recent study shows less than 5% of dog owners are following FDA guidelines when it comes to feeding their pets.
Dogs’ faces evolved to improve human connection, study shows
Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.
Scientists believe man’s best friend developed those caring, “puppy-dog eyes” over time as a way to communicate and show empathy.
Dog lost in Ukraine during heavy fighting gets rescued by troops before joyfully reuniting with owner
A heartwarming video shows the moment when a dog and her owner reunited after becoming separated during the violence in war-torn Ukraine.
A heartwarming video shows the moment when a dog and her owner reunited after becoming separated during the violence in war-torn Ukraine.
Dog named 'Faith' waiting to be adopted for more than 1,200 days
It’s hard to find another dog having more fun than Faith. Unfortunately, Faith hasn’t found any humans with whom to cuddle, and she is currently being cared for by the Pittie Party of Central Florida, a pitbull-focused rescue group.
It’s hard to find another dog having more fun than Faith. Unfortunately, Faith hasn’t found any humans with whom to cuddle, and she is currently being cared for by the Pittie Party of Central Florida, a pitbull-focused rescue group.
Help needed: Ukrainian zoo continues evacuations after shelling amid Russian invasion
Feldman Ecopark appears to be continuing evacuation efforts and has asked for donations that will not only help rescue the animals and find temporary homes and care but assist in humanitarian efforts as well.
Feldman Ecopark appears to be continuing evacuation efforts and has asked for donations that will not only help rescue the animals and find temporary homes and care but assist in humanitarian efforts as well.
Invasive ‘jumping worms’ spreading across US
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association said that the worms are spreading through the transfer of mulch, compost, leaf litter and plants.
Don't buy live bunnies this Easter, animal officials warn parents
Three local animal groups came together to educate the public on why buying a live Easter bunny is a bad idea.
Three local animal groups came together to educate the public on why buying a live Easter bunny is a bad idea.
You’ve got ‘moo-ail’: Runaway bull batters mailbox, gets busted by police
Police in New Jersey are handling an unusual battery case after an officer found a runaway bull treating a mailbox like a matador.
Police in New Jersey are handling an unusual battery case after an officer found a runaway bull treating a mailbox like a matador.
Flamingo that escaped Kansas zoo 17 years ago spotted in Texas
Wildlife officials say one of two flamingos that escaped from a Kansas zoo during a storm 17 years ago has been spotted on the coast of Texas.
Wildlife officials say one of two flamingos that escaped from a Kansas zoo during a storm 17 years ago has been spotted on the coast of Texas.
Invasive acid-spewing crazy ants population control possible with fungus, scientists say
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
Mother Nature helps man snag 140-pound record-monster in Missouri lake
An Illinois man now holds the Missouri paddlefish state record, and he can thank Mother Nature for some of that title.
An Illinois man now holds the Missouri paddlefish state record, and he can thank Mother Nature for some of that title.
Nine African penguins welcomed to Florida Aquarium
The Florida Aquarium is hoping to advance efforts to save the African penguins species from extinction. It welcomed nine new penguins.
The Florida Aquarium is hoping to advance efforts to save the African penguins species from extinction. It welcomed nine new penguins.
7-year-old boy pens sweet letters for future adopters of his foster dog
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
Roman Duncan, 7, wrote a series of letters to Maggie’s "new famuley" [sic] — the one that would eventually adopt the pup Roman and his parents were fostering. Roman wrote, "Maggie is so cute. Maggie loves to play fech [sic] … Maggie is the best dog ever."
Contagious respiratory disease for dogs spreading in South Florida: Miami-Dade Animal Services
Dog owners in South Florida are on high alert after county officials signaled the alarms over a highly contagious virus spreading among pups.
Dog owners in South Florida are on high alert after county officials signaled the alarms over a highly contagious virus spreading among pups.
How to capture the perfect shots of your pet
Local pet photographer Carol Moorhead shares a few tips on how to capture the perfect portrait of your four-legged family member.
Local pet photographer Carol Moorhead shares a few tips on how to capture the perfect portrait of your four-legged family member.