New Zealand plans to outlaw greyhound racing because too many dogs are hurt or killed, the government said recently.

Have your kids been pleading with you to finally give them a dog this Christmas? Maybe you've always secretly wanted one too - but there are a still a few very important things you should consider ...

A former Pentagon official has been sentenced for taking part in a multistate dogfighting ring and for fatally electrocuting ...

“A lot of people will stop me and ask ‘Is that so and so from the list?’ So, it’s a really fun way for the animal care staff to share the stories that we experience every day here,” said Taylor. On ...

Dozens of animals at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo will unwrap their holiday gifts on Sunday, December 22 at the Holidays with the ...

Ready to explore? These staff picks will motivate you to hit the trails, hop on a bike or reconnect with nature.

Citations have been issued, but no charges have been filed after two young girls were attacked by a dog at their babysitter's ...

People have the opportunity to bring a pet home for free this season, as the Aiken County Animal Shelter plans to hold its ...

Researchers have found that marine animals across mammals, birds and reptiles swim at similar relative depths when traveling and not feeding to save energy.

Six puppies are now safe, and a 72-year-old Springfield man is being charged with animal abandonment, after being found ...

Woodbridge Animal Control is asking for help in identifying the owner responsible for leaving two dead dogs on the road.

A $35,000 grant from the William H. Donner Foundation is expanding critical animal welfare services in Virginia, helping organizations to increase access to spay/neuter programs and assist animals in ...