Animals

Split image of a long-haired calico cat on a windowsill and a close-up of a gray tabby cat among green leaves.

Outdoor Roaming Puts Cats And Wildlife In Needless Danger

A cat at the door may look like they are asking for freedom. But outside, that freedom can come with cars, poisons, predators, parasites, disease, and fights they may not...

Outdoor Roaming Puts Cats And Wildlife In Needless Danger

A cat at the door may look like they are asking for freedom. But outside, that freedom can come with cars, poisons, predators, parasites, disease, and fights they may not...

Split image showing a cat walking past a fenced shelter area on the left and a happy mixed-breed dog with a red ribbon on the right.

These States Just Proved That Shelter Pets Do Not Have To Die

Idaho and Montana just became the first Western states to reach no-kill, saving healthy and treatable shelter pets at rates of 93% and 95%. But the milestone did not happen...

These States Just Proved That Shelter Pets Do Not Have To Die

Idaho and Montana just became the first Western states to reach no-kill, saving healthy and treatable shelter pets at rates of 93% and 95%. But the milestone did not happen...

Split image of a monk seal caution sign on a beach and a close-up of a monk seal sleeping on the sand with sandy whiskers.

Rock Hurled At Rare Hawaiian Monk Seal Triggers Federal Investigation

A Hawaiian monk seal was resting near shore in Lahaina when witnesses say a man picked up a large rock and threw it toward the animal. The video spread fast,...

Rock Hurled At Rare Hawaiian Monk Seal Triggers Federal Investigation

A Hawaiian monk seal was resting near shore in Lahaina when witnesses say a man picked up a large rock and threw it toward the animal. The video spread fast,...

Small tan Chihuahua mix pressed into a corner beside a wall and furniture, looking up wide-eyed with a nervous expression. Small tan dog lying on a blanket while a person rubs its belly, mouth open in a relaxed, playful expression.

Police Find A Terrified Puppy Alone In A Vacant House And Change His Life Forever

Rescued puppy Gilligan, found in a vacant home, healed in foster care and was lovingly adopted as Paco.

Police Find A Terrified Puppy Alone In A Vacant House And Change His Life Forever

Rescued puppy Gilligan, found in a vacant home, healed in foster care and was lovingly adopted as Paco.

Brown-and-white dog standing alone in a yard near a house, looking back toward the camera. Brown-and-white dog lying on a wooden deck while a person brushes or pets its thick fur.

Abandoned Dog Waits By An Empty House And Still Greets Rescuers With Trust And Belly Rubs

Heartbreaking yet hopeful, an abandoned dog named Lucy waits on her porch until a rescuer offers trust and care.

Abandoned Dog Waits By An Empty House And Still Greets Rescuers With Trust And Belly Rubs

Heartbreaking yet hopeful, an abandoned dog named Lucy waits on her porch until a rescuer offers trust and care.

Small fluffy white dog standing outdoors near rocks and orange construction fencing. Small fluffy white dog standing on pavement in bright sunlight, seen from the side.

Rescue Dog Panics At The Park And Seems To Think He Has Been Abandoned All Over Again

Rescue dog Taco's park panic highlights long-term effects of separation anxiety in dogs and the healing power of patient care.

Rescue Dog Panics At The Park And Seems To Think He Has Been Abandoned All Over Again

Rescue dog Taco's park panic highlights long-term effects of separation anxiety in dogs and the healing power of patient care.