Blue Ridge Beef pet food recall widens to 16 states

Blue Ridge Beef’s recall of three of its pet food products has widened, bringing the number of states where the potentially tainted items were sold to 16.

Florida city adopts new law that requires dog owners to give pets daily exercise

A Florida city has just adopted a new set of rules for dog owners – and it includes a slew of stricter mandates when it comes to animal cruelty and keeping pets healthy and safe.

'Saddest dog' finds sanctuary after a harrowing journey in Kentucky

Dembe, once dubbed the "saddest dog" at a Kentucky shelter, has found solace at a local animal sanctuary after a challenging journey.

New breed known for a 'smile' joins the American Kennel Club

Lancashire heelers are solidly built dogs shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, with long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan. They're known for a "smile."

Top Florida wildlife videos 2023: Alligator fights python, 3-legged bear drinks White Claws, jawless gator

From a Black bear stealing a family's $45 Taco Bell delivery from their front porch to alligators pouncing down on an invasive Burmese python – here are 10 moments where animals dominated news headlines in Florida and nationwide.

Seal playfully tugs at scuba diver's hat in cute moment caught on cam

Video shows Ben Burville up close and personal with two curious seals, one of which tugs at his scuba hat while the other holds his hand.

Man dies after shark encounter along Maui beach

A tragic incident unfolded in Maui, Hawaii, as a 39-year-old man lost his life following a shark encounter at a beach on 93 Hana Highway in Paia.

'Heard noises': Spooked Florida residents hilariously mistake burglar for this

Spooked Florida residents heard noises inside their home in the middle of the night. Who they thought was an intruder turned out to be this instead.

Overcrowded animal shelters seeing surge in pets from struggling families

The number of animals entering shelters began to climb in 2021, after a pandemic-related dip. Adoptions haven’t kept pace with the influx of pets.