100-year-old giant alligator snapping turtle vanishes along North Carolina interstate
"It's almost like losing a piece of myself, to be honest with you," the turtle's owner told a local media outlet.
11-foot, 750-pound alligator seized from New York home
The 11-foot gator's owner reportedly allowed members of the public to get into a pool and pet the "unsecured" reptile.
Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans
A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.
San Pedro pelican found slashed in animal cruelty attack
"Blue" the pelican was found in San Pedro over the weekend with her pouch slashed by what officials believe to be a sharp object like a knife or machete.
Big Bear eagles: Jackie and Shadow's trio of eggs unlikely to hatch
Sandy Steers, Executive Director of Friends of Big Bear Valley, says it's probably unlikely for the eggs to hatch at this point, but "miracles do happen."
VIDEO: Man beats dog in Anaheim while yelling 'I don't give a f---'
According to Anaheim Police, Orange County Animal Care officials were able to take the dog to safety.
Sea turtle meat consumption leads to multiple deaths, hospitalizations in Zanzibar
Several people died and many were hospitalized after consuming sea turtle meat on Pemba Island in Zanzibar.
Meet Taki: 3-year-old Arizona pup looking for forever home after 640+ days in shelter
3-year-old Taki has spent most of his young life in a shelter. The Arizona Animal Welfare League says he's looking for his forever home and already comes with some skills that would make him a wonderful addition to your home.
Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home
On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.
Wildlife Learning Center home to 2 bald eagles
There is increased interest in wildlife sanctuaries due to popular eagle cams, mainly the Wildlife Learning Center in Sylmar, which is home to two bald eagles, Dakota and Denali.
Mountain lion spotted in Sierra Madre
Residents have reported at least two other previous mountain lion sightings over the last couple of weeks in Sierra Madre.
Granada Hills bunny colony of nearly 100 sprang from just 2 rabbits; fosters needed
When rescuers came to the Granada Hills home, they discovered about half of the approximately 100 rabbits were pregnant.
PETA protesters disrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show
PETA activists made a bold statement at Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, storming the runway with slogans like "Animals aren't fabric" and "Viva Vegan Leather."
Watch: Hiker rescues dog lost 1,000 feet up on trail
The poor dog was on one of the more “treacherous” parts of the hiking trail.
Very friendly cat rescued from car in junkyard before it’s crushed
The cat hopped out from under the hood of the car moments before it was going to get demolished.
100 bunnies rescued in Granada Hills; rescue looking for fosters
Teams rescued 50 rabbits from a Granada Hills backyard in just one day, with more on later dates. Many of the female rabbits were pregnant.
Azusa dog attack: Dog sitters mauled by pit bulls
The man was in the backyard, watching the dogs for his friend, when he was attacked.
Nonprofit helps rescue Skid Row's dogs
The nonprofit Starts With One Today recently faced a challenged, when a woman came to them with more than a dozen dogs and puppies in the back of a U-Haul. The organization found homes for most of them within 24 hours.
Two giant pandas are being sent to San Diego Zoo from China
China is planning to send a new pair of giant pandas to the San Diego Zoo this year, quelling fears after nearly all the iconic bears on loan to U.S. zoos were sent home as bilateral relations began to sour.
This California city is cracking down on off-leash dogs, issuing $500 fines
The City of Pasadena will begin enforcing the leash law Thursday, officials said.