Beagles rescued from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin headed to Minnesota shelters

Some of the 1,500 beagles released from Ridglan Farms, a Wisconsin facility that breeds dogs for animal testing, will soon arrive at Minnesota rescues as they get a second chance at life.

Warren man accused of demanding ransom payment for family's missing dog

A Warren man allegedly knew a dog he says he bought belonged to a family, but still demanded payment from that family and refused to give the animal back.

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.

10th annual ‘Empty the Shelters’ event helps Metro Detroiters adopt for free

Pet adoptions are down nationwide, and when the economy teeters, it only gets worse. A big push to "Empty the Shelters" is starting this weekend and the Detroit Animal Care and Control, or DACC, has many new friends who are eager to be adopted.

Massive sea lion named 'Chonkers' is social media sensation at Pier 39

Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.

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.

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.

IUCN Red List: Emperor penguins and Antarctic fur seals added to endangered list

One of the Antarctic’s most well-known and beloved animals is at the brink of extinction, and environmentalists are calling it a "stark warning" of the threat of climate change.

River Rouge delivery driver allegedly steals family dog, still nowhere to be found

A DoorDash driver was seen snatching up a family’s dog during a delivery in River Rouge. They thought she would take him to a shelter, but their beloved pup is still nowhere to be found.

Livonia family dog goes missing after being shot by 'scared' delivery driver

A Livonia family has been searching for almost three days now. They hired a drone to try and find their dog, and still nothing. Adam Forma is the owner of the dog, named Daisy.

How to get a free rabies vaccine for your dog in Oakland County

After a rabid skunk bit a person in Oakland County last month, the county is making it easier for people to get their dogs vaccinated for the disease.

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.