Swatting hoaxes trigger zoo evacuations nationwide
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.
A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.
Tennessee infant killed in dog attack at family home, police say
Police in Portland, Tennessee, are investigating after a 7-month-old girl was killed in a dog attack at her family’s home.
Police in Portland, Tennessee, are investigating after a 7-month-old girl was killed in a dog attack at her family’s home.
OC woman faces sentencing after registering dog to vote to 'expose' fraud
Laura Lee Yourex of Costa Mesa pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor after registering her dog to vote in multiple California elections to "expose" system flaws.
Laura Lee Yourex of Costa Mesa pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor after registering her dog to vote in multiple California elections to "expose" system flaws.
Supplement for newborn puppies sold nationwide recalled; see the impacted products
Popular puppy milk replacer products are being pulled nationwide. Here’s what pet owners need to know.
Popular puppy milk replacer products are being pulled nationwide. Here’s what pet owners need to know.
As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.
From trauma to triumph: Peanut the resilient pup now up for adoption
Peanut the dog is available for adoption at Pasadena Humane after recovering from severe muzzle injuries and a dislocated jaw.
Peanut the dog is available for adoption at Pasadena Humane after recovering from severe muzzle injuries and a dislocated jaw.
VIDEO: Dog in Ireland seen honking car horn for owner to return
Neighbors in Killarney, Ireland got a rude awakening when a dog started honking a car horn while waiting for its owner to come back.
Neighbors in Killarney, Ireland got a rude awakening when a dog started honking a car horn while waiting for its owner to come back.
Firefighters rescue family dog from Sherman Oaks house fire
LAFD firefighters saved a family's dog and contained a house fire in Sherman Oaks after a pine tree and power lines caught fire.
LAFD firefighters saved a family's dog and contained a house fire in Sherman Oaks after a pine tree and power lines caught fire.
16 dogs rescued after being left abandoned at Palmdale park
More than a dozen dogs were rescued after they were reportedly left abandoned at a Palmdale park. Now, authorities are seeking the public’s help with finding out who is responsible.
More than a dozen dogs were rescued after they were reportedly left abandoned at a Palmdale park. Now, authorities are seeking the public’s help with finding out who is responsible.
Sugar the surfing dog, beloved wave-riding champion and therapy hero, dies at 16
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.
Stolen dog reunited with owner in LA after more than 3 years apart
A heart-wrenching three-year search ends in joy as a stolen dog is finally reunited with its rightful owner against incredible odds.
A heart-wrenching three-year search ends in joy as a stolen dog is finally reunited with its rightful owner against incredible odds.
Dog survives being shot 3 times in own backyard
A family in Kasson-Mantorville is searching for answers and support after their dog, Rival, was shot multiple times while in his own backyard.
A family in Kasson-Mantorville is searching for answers and support after their dog, Rival, was shot multiple times while in his own backyard.
$50,000 reward offered as Riverside donkey killings reach 'horrific' new peak
Riverside County residents are calling for a task force to investigate the killing and mutilation of 21 donkeys amid a $50,000 reward for information.
Riverside County residents are calling for a task force to investigate the killing and mutilation of 21 donkeys amid a $50,000 reward for information.
Over 100 LA shelter dogs flown to Chicago for adoption to escape euthanasia
Nearly 100 Los Angeles shelter dogs were flown to Chicago for adoption to create space for over 300 animals seized in a Lake Hughes animal cruelty and hoarding investigation.
Nearly 100 Los Angeles shelter dogs were flown to Chicago for adoption to create space for over 300 animals seized in a Lake Hughes animal cruelty and hoarding investigation.
Rescued LA dogs heading to Chicago
Dogs rescued in Mission Hills are headed to Chicago for adoption.
Dogs rescued in Mission Hills are headed to Chicago for adoption.
Dangerous heat: Simple ways to keep your dog safe
Veterinarians warn Southern California pet owners to watch for signs of heatstroke and overexertion in dogs during the current historic heat wave.
Veterinarians warn Southern California pet owners to watch for signs of heatstroke and overexertion in dogs during the current historic heat wave.
America’s 10 most popular dog breeds revealed: See the list
The American Kennel Club’s 2025 rankings highlight the most popular dog breeds in the U.S., with the top spot remaining unchanged for a fourth consecutive year.
The American Kennel Club’s 2025 rankings highlight the most popular dog breeds in the U.S., with the top spot remaining unchanged for a fourth consecutive year.
LA County animal shelters launch Sunday adoption events to clear critical space following massive seizure
Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control is holding emergency Sunday adoption hours at all seven of its regional care centers following a massive animal cruelty investigation in Lake Hughes.
Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control is holding emergency Sunday adoption hours at all seven of its regional care centers following a massive animal cruelty investigation in Lake Hughes.
Video: Florida woman brings pet duck to the beach
It’s not unusual to see a woman unpacking her bag, laying out a towel and settling in to catch some rays on a beach, but a woman in South Florida is attracting a lot of attention for her beach day buddy.
It’s not unusual to see a woman unpacking her bag, laying out a towel and settling in to catch some rays on a beach, but a woman in South Florida is attracting a lot of attention for her beach day buddy.
Historic California animal rescue: Hundreds of dogs, cats rescued in Lake Hughes
LA County officials have launched what may be the largest animal seizure in U.S. history, rescuing an estimated 300-400 dogs and cats from a Lake Hughes property.
LA County officials have launched what may be the largest animal seizure in U.S. history, rescuing an estimated 300-400 dogs and cats from a Lake Hughes property.