FDA approves drug to treat dogs with lymphoma cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.
Is educational book on animal sex too much for middle school? Florida district gives it the OK
A children’s book that includes illustrations of animals mating will remain on the shelves of several Orange County middle school libraries after a divided school board vote, despite objections from some parents and board members.
Coyote alert: Here's why sightings are increasing across Southern California
As mating season begins across Southern California, wildlife experts warn residents to expect a significant increase in urban coyote sightings and bolder behavior through the coming months.
From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
Dog biscuits recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Survey: Nearly 3% of Americans believe they could beat a grizzly bear unarmed
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
See it: Officer glides onto frozen New Jersey lake to rescue a trapped dog
First responders leaped into action on Wednesday after a dog wandered onto a frozen lake in New Jersey.
Holiday sleepover for adoptable pets
Best Friends Animal Society is inviting people to take part in holiday foster sleepovers.
Dog food company recalls 300 cases sold nationwide over plastic contamination fears
A dog food company recalled 300 cases of frozen food this week over possible plastic contamination.
'A miracle happened': Lifeguards rescue runaway dog swept out to sea in rip current
A beloved black lab mix named Sadie had luck, lifeguards and an AirTag on her side when she escaped from the San Diego home she was visiting and got swept out to sea by a rip current.
San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident, 141-year-old tortoise Gramma, dies
Gramma, the San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident and one of the world’s oldest Galapagos tortoises, has died at the estimated age of 141.
Abandoned ‘dog’ turns out to be toy reindeer: ‘Santa’s reindeer resting after a test flight’
The reindeer got some "stern words" for being caught out and about in the middle of November, police said.
Grizzly bear attacks students, teachers in British Columbia; 11 injured
A grizzly bear attacked a group of students and teachers on a walking trail in British Columbia, Canada, injuring 11 people, two of them critically.
Case of animal abuse caught on video in LA, witnesses say officers failed to act
A disturbing video showing a dog being beaten near Union Station has sparked outrage after witnesses say LAPD officers failed to intervene. Rescuers ultimately stepped in to save the dog.
Bring a pet home for the holiday: Best Friends Animal Society hosting Thanksgiving foster sleepovers
Best Friends Animal Society is organizing two-night foster sleepovers for adoptable pets over the Thanksgiving holiday.
14 dogs recovered after officers discover puppy mill at Skid Row homeless encampment
Fourteen severely sick dogs and puppies were removed from the encampment.
USC students transform off-campus homes into foster spaces for dogs, cats in need of forever homes
USC students have transformed their off-campus homes into foster spaces for homeless dogs and cats to alleviate overcrowding at Los Angeles animal shelters.
Volunteer puppy raisers needed in Los Angeles area: How to apply
America's VetDogs urgently needs volunteers in the Los Angeles area to raise puppies that will become service dogs for veterans and first responders.
Hoarding horror: Pasadena Humane rescues nearly 100 small animals in San Gabriel Valley bust
Pasadena Humane rescued nearly 100 mice and hamsters from a single home in Arcadia this week, calling it one of the largest small-animal hoarding cases in the shelter's recent history.