Animal cruelty
Video shows police officer save dog tied to fence amid Ophelia flooding
The Greenville Police Department called the officer a "real life hero" for wading into the rising floodwater to save the pit bull.
Man arrested and charged for killing black bear in Alabama
Black bears are protected by state law in Alabama due to low numbers, with the population considered one of the country's smallest.
Man stabbed his dog in the head, left her to die in desert: Police
The dog's owner told investigators that his pet was getting "too old and sick," so he beat and stabbed her, authorities said.
Dogs who are "built in best friends" given to shelter after owner got puppy
"They certainly seem to be best buds," a volunteer told Newsweek. "They love to be together, but spend most of their time napping and laying around the house."
Man fatally shoots neighbor's service dog: Sheriff
The dog, a husky named Bear, suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the spine, the local sheriff's office said.
Animal rights group calls for charges after horses dragged by truck
"I have not seen this amount of reckless disregard in my life," a resident said. "It's horrendous; there's a lot of outrage in the community over this."
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Watch moment rescue dog realizes he's safe after years of "fight or flight"
One viewer commented: "That's the absolute best part of fostering. Watching them realize they're safe and seeing their personality come out."
Man who went viral after taking his pet snake surfing fined $1,500
"The man was brought to our attention when he appeared in local media taking his python into the surf," said senior wildlife officer Jonathan McDonald.
Infant, dog die after being left in hot car for hours by caregiver: Sheriff
The 11-month-old girl and pet were inside the hot vehicle for at least six hours before they were found dead, the local sheriff told Newsweek.
Once excited dog looks shell of her former self after 600 days in shelter
Kilowatt the pit bull has spent more than half of her life living in an animal shelter in Fresno, California, and staff can't work out why.
Dog dies after groomer punches and hangs pet in horror abuse case: Police
Diego Jaimes Angel, 41, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, was arrested on animal cruelty charges.
Rescue puppy has "extremely rare" reaction to seeing reflection in mirror
Harley's owner told Newsweek that they posted the video online as "many people don't realize how aware and smart dogs can be."
Heartbreak as shelter reveals all the dogs "with no adoption applications"
Eight dogs ranging in age from four months to nearly three years remain in desperate need of homes.
Shelter's plea as 250 dogs face euthanasia due to "severe lack of space"
A Georgia animal shelter must find homes for 250 dogs before Thursday, September 14 or difficult decisions will need to be made.
Pit bull who survived brutal machete attack reunited with long lost owner
Tommy Boy survived an attack that left him with 13 wounds so deep you could see the bones on his head, back and tail.
Dog abandoned at shelter with puppies by owner who wanted them euthanized
Pearl the 6-year-old boxer mix was most likely used for breeding or as a junkyard dog before being cruelly discarded.
Dogs abandoned in Colorado boarding facility without food or water: Sheriff
The backyard of the canine facility was also strewn with safety hazards and littered with nails and sharp objects.
Alligator with missing upper jaw spotted in Florida
How the reptile ended up with the injury remains a mystery, although some theorize it may have been caused by a snare trap.
Two dogs dumped in cramped hot cage with note, cops now hunting for owners
The dogs were in the crate alongside their own feces, and movement was "nearly impossible" due to the small area.
Over a dozen crocodiles found shot dead with some beheaded: "Disgusting"
"These people are just getting trigger-happy and trying to shoot them under the radar," fisherman Dylan Leschke said.
Sadness as shelter dog loses hope after 130 days: "what's wrong with me?"
Bella was usually one of the happiest dogs at the shelter but after four months without being adopted she was beginning to shut down.
Living nightmare as two beloved dogs die in the cargo hold of "hot" plane
The Surette family's bulldogs, Winter and Soju, appeared fit and healthy prior to boarding the flight from South Korea to the U.S.
Cows are "no different" to dogs with 5 adorable ways they express happiness
"Cows are gentle giants, capable of much nurturing and love, once they feel safe," the California-based sanctuary owner told Newsweek.
Texas family's dog killed after being beaten, set on fire: police
The dog, named Lucky, died hours after the "gruesome act" from "burn shock and organ failure," according to the Houston Humane Society.
Cat feared dead after video shows brutal attack by man on bike, dog
"He picks up the front of his bike and smashes Nick," the cat's owner said. "You can visually see him take the front tire and squish Nick."
Dog dragged along highway dies after owner forgets tying pet to car: Police
The dog's owner, who witnesses said was driving erratically, speeding and dragging the pit bull, has been charged with animal cruelty, authorities said.
Hearts break as emaciated dog refuses to give up on humans despite abuse
One TikTok commenter said: "The fact that she hasn't lost trust in humans after being so seriously neglected."
Man's Facebook post leads police to gruesome animal cruelty discovery
Anthony Knight was arrested after his dog died, with police alleging the pet had been left without water.
Reward increases to find who slaughtered over 20 endangered sea lions
Some sea lions have been found with gunshot wounds and other evidence of human interaction.
Man who stabbed pit bull to death lied about being attacked
The man initially claimed that the dog had attacked him and bitten his leg before he stabbed it, but video footage of the incident showed this to be untrue.