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Veterinarians treat rescue cats injured in sanctuary fire

After a fire destroyed the Happy Cat Sanctuary in Long Island, New York, killing the owner and nearly 100 cats, local veterinarians joined forces to treat the injured cats who survived the fire.
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After a fire destroyed the Happy Cat Sanctuary in Long Island, New York, killing the owner and nearly 100 cats, local veterinarians joined forces to treat the injured cats who survived the fire.
April 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM

'I'm going to die': 15-year-old girl attacked by sea lion in California

A 15-year-old was attacked by a sea lion in Long Beach, California, the teenager shared with ABC News.
April 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Phoebe Beltran, 15, was attacked by a sea lion in Long Beach, California, March 30, 2025, while swimming in the ocean.
April 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM

Bodega cats make New Yorkers' hearts purr, even if they violate state regulations

Bodega cats in New York City are widely loved feline workers in the Big Apple's convenience stores
April 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Oreo, left, and Leila, make their rounds through the smoke shop, Tobacco N Vape, in the Astoria neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York, Friday, March 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
April 3, 2025 at 3:21 AM

Watch the adorable moment astronaut reunites with her dogs after 9 months in space

Astronaut Suni Williams spent an unexpected nine months in space. When she finally came home, her two dogs were so excited to see her. "Best homecoming ever," she captioned the video.
April 3, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Astronaut Suni Williams spent an unexpected nine months in space. When she finally came home, her two dogs were so excited to see her. "Best homecoming ever," she captioned the video.
April 3, 2025 at 12:11 AM

15-year-old girl attacked by sea lion in California

A 15-year-old was attacked by a sea lion in Long Beach, California, the teenager shared with ABC News.
April 3, 2025 at 12:11 AM
A 15-year-old was attacked by a sea lion in Long Beach, California, the teenager shared with ABC News.
April 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM

Pet reindeer euthanized after someone tampered with pen, possibly poisoned him

An iconic pet reindeer beloved by many in Alaska's largest city has been euthanized, just weeks after someone tampered with his cage and possibly poisoned him
April 2, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Albert Whitehead spends time with Star, his pet reindeer, in his pen with downtown Anchorage, Alaska, in the background on March 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen)
April 2, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Missing otter found, another remains at large

Ophelia, a North American river otter, was found on March 28 and returned to the NEW Zoo & Adventure Park in Suamico, Wisconsin, the zoo announced on Tuesday.
April 2, 2025 at 7:25 PM
In this photo posted to Facebook by the NEW Zoo & Adventure Park, Ophelia the otter is shown.
April 2, 2025 at 4:57 PM

Escaped otter is home safe but zoo says her pal is still on the loose

One of two North American river otters who escaped from a Wisconsin zoo last month has returned home safe and sound.
April 2, 2025 at 4:57 PM
One of two North American river otters who escaped from a Wisconsin zoo last month has returned home safe and sound.
April 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM

‘Bloody all over’: Teen attacked by aggressive sea lion

Phoebe Beltran, 15, was taking a swim test for the cadet lifeguard program in Long Beach, California, when she was attacked.
April 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Phoebe Beltran, 15, was taking a swim test for the cadet lifeguard program in Long Beach, California, when she was attacked.
April 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM

Jackie and Shadow's internet-famous eaglets get names

The eaglets of internet-famous bald eagles Jackie and Shadow have been given names.
April 2, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Internet-famous eagles Jackie and Shadow’s two eaglets have been named Sunny and Gizmo following a naming contest.
April 2, 2025 at 12:06 PM

Cheeseburgers, chicken fail to entice dog who's spent weeks on the run in Alaska

A German shepherd-husky dog has evaded capture for nearly two months after being rescued from a California shelter and running away from her adoptive home in Alaska
April 2, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Thom Young-Bayer, an animal control officer who with his wife volunteers to search for the rescue dog known as Jackie, speaks about efforts to find and capture Jackie on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Juneau, Alaska. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer)
April 2, 2025 at 3:38 AM

Escaped otter is home safe but zoo says her pal is still on the loose

One of two North American river otters who escaped from a Wisconsin zoo last month has returned home safe and sound
April 2, 2025 at 3:38 AM
April 2, 2025 at 4:24 PM

Animal sanctuary owner, roughly 100 cats die in fire, officials say

Once the blaze was extinguished, police said they found the owner of the sanctuary, 65-year-old Christopher Arsenault, deceased in the home.
April 2, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Once the blaze was extinguished, police said they found the owner of the sanctuary, 65-year-old Christopher Arsenault, deceased in the home.
April 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM

'One of the kindest humans': Animal sanctuary owner, countless cats die in fire

An animal sanctuary owner and roughly 100 cats died in a fire on Long Island on Monday, according to officials.
April 1, 2025 at 4:59 PM
In this screen grab from a video, a cat is shown walking among debris after a fire at the Happy Cat Sanctuary in Medford, Long Island, on March 31, 2025.
April 1, 2025 at 2:49 PM

Baby pygmy hippo has big day out at Richmond Zoo

Poppy, the baby pygmy hippo born just before Christmas in 2024, ventured outside for the first time at the Metro Richmond Zoo.
April 1, 2025 at 2:49 PM
VIDEO: Baby pygmy hippo has big day out at Richmond Zoo
March 31, 2025 at 7:31 PM

TikTok creator on capturing hearts with neighborhood squirrels

ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with content creator Derrick Downey Jr. about rescuing baby squirrels, his bond with their mother Maxine, and his new book “Hand and Paw: Maxine's Tale of Compassion.”
March 31, 2025 at 7:31 PM
VIDEO: TikTok creator on capturing hearts with neighborhood squirrels
March 30, 2025 at 1:02 AM

Dog loves to jump with joy

Broxi, the energetic black Labrador, literally jumps for joy as he greets people.
March 30, 2025 at 1:02 AM
VIDEO: Dog loves to jump with joy
March 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM

Golden retriever surprised with a new bed, and he's pumped

We'd want to give this dog gifts every day.
March 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM
We'd want to give this dog gifts every day.
March 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM

New footage shows baby sloth at San Diego Zoo

The sloth is the first cub born at the San Diego Zoo in three years.
March 28, 2025 at 3:16 PM
VIDEO: New footage shows baby sloth at San Diego Zoo
March 27, 2025 at 6:06 AM

First shark sound recordings captured by researchers, study shows

The first-ever sounds of sharks have been captured by researchers, according to a new study in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
March 27, 2025 at 6:06 AM
The first-ever sounds of sharks have been captured by researchers, according to a new study in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
March 27, 2025 at 2:18 AM

Ancient parasitic 'Venus flytrap' wasp found preserved in amber

An extinct species of parasitic wasp dating back nearly 99 million years was found preserved in amber, according to researchers.
March 27, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Holotype of Sirenobethylus charybdis.
March 26, 2025 at 10:38 PM

Scientists warn honey bee colonies could decline by 70% in 2025

Washington State University entomologists announced this week that commercial honey bee colony losses are projected to reach between 60% and 70% in 2025.
March 26, 2025 at 10:38 PM
March 26, 2025 at 10:24 PM

Shark sounds captured for 1st time, study shows

The first-ever sounds of rig sharks have been captured by researchers, according to a new study in the journal Royal Society Open Science.
March 26, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Shark sounds captured for 1st time, study shows
March 26, 2025 at 8:53 PM

Dog gives dramatic side-eye when asked to do the same trick too many times

Dennis the Pomchi is so over it!
March 26, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Dennis the Pomchi is so over it!
March 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM

This is what's causing California sea lions to act aggressive, lethargic

Sea lions on the California coast are displaying strange behavior likely due to a harmful algae bloom impacting the region, according to marine researchers.
March 26, 2025 at 6:20 PM
A sick California sea lion with possible domoic acid poisoning is rescued to be evaluated by volunteers from CIMWI (Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute) in Santa Barbara, California, on March 25, 2025.
March 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM

Escaped otters cavort in the snow as the zoo's search continues

A Wisconsin zoo said two river otters, Louie and Ophelia, weaseled their way out of their enclosure last week during a winter storm, as the search continued Tuesday
March 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM
March 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM

Loose cattle tie up traffic on Texas highway

A herd of loose livestock caused quite a traffic delay when they ran through vehicles along Interstate 45 on Monday.
March 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
VIDEO: Loose cattle tie up traffic on Texas highway
March 25, 2025 at 12:47 PM

5 lions rescued from the war in Ukraine settle into a new life in England

Five traumatized lions rescued from the war zone in Ukraine who are settling into a new home in England after an international effort to bring them to safety
March 25, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Cameron Whitnall feeds Yuna after lions are rescued from Ukraine and settle into their new forever home at The Big Cat Sanctuary, near Ashford in Kent, England, Thursday, March 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
March 23, 2025 at 3:26 AM

Murphy, a beloved bald eagle, dies following violent storms in Missouri

A beloved bald eagle who gained popularity after incubating a rock is mourned after dying from head trauma sustained during violent storms in Missouri last week
March 23, 2025 at 3:26 AM
This undated image provided by the World Bird Sanctuary shows Murphy the bald eagle in Valley Park, Mo. (World Bird Sanctuary via AP)
March 20, 2025 at 10:44 AM

'World's ugliest animal' named fish of the year

Once dubbed the "world's ugliest animal," the blobfish has been named New Zealand's fish of the year.
March 20, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Blobfish, Psychrolutes phrictus.
March 20, 2025 at 1:53 AM

Raccoons on ‘top secret mission’ spotted shimmying across utility wires

A gaze of raccoons was spotted sneaking across utility wires under the cover of darkness in Los Angeles.
March 20, 2025 at 1:53 AM
VIDEO: Raccoons on ‘top secret mission’ spotted shimmying across utility wires
March 18, 2025 at 8:52 PM

American Kennel Club reveals top 3 most popular dog breeds

The American Kennel Club has named the top three dog breeds of 2024.
March 18, 2025 at 8:52 PM
American Kennel Club has named the Labrador retriever, the French bulldog and the golden retriever as the three most popular dog breeds of 2025.
March 18, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Influencer accused of taking baby wombat from mother speaks out

The American influencer who came under fire for allegedly taking a baby wombat from its mother in Australia is breaking her silence.
March 18, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Sam Jones, a hunting influencer, shared a now-deleted video on Instagram of her holding a baby wombat and taking it away from its mother in Australia.
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM

America's zoos experience rare baby boom as spring approaches

From an endangered reticulated baby giraffe to a clouded leopard cub, zoos across the nation are seeing many births as caretakers help to save vulnerable animals. 
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM
America's zoos experience rare baby boom as spring approaches
March 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM

Human-elephant conflict rises in Kenya

Due to drought, climate change & scarce resources in Kenya, elephants are getting closer to villages in their hunt for food.
March 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Inspirational people caring for orphaned elephants.
March 13, 2025 at 3:36 PM

Influencer under fire for picking up wild baby wombat

American hunting influencer Sam Jones is sparking backlash overseas after posting a video appearing to show her taking a baby wombat from its mother in Australia.
March 13, 2025 at 3:36 PM
VIDEO: Influencer under fire for picking up wild baby wombat
March 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Influencer under fire for taking baby wombat from its mother

An American influencer is under fire in Australia for sharing a social media video of herself taking a baby wombat from its mother.
March 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Sam Jones, a hunting influencer, shared a now-deleted video on Instagram of her holding a baby wombat and taking it away from its mother in Australia.
March 13, 2025 at 1:43 AM

Humans and elephants increasingly compete for food and space in parts of Africa

ABC News’ Ines de La Cuetara travels to Kenya to report on the growing conflict between humans and elephants, and what organizations and farmers are doing to protect crops and elephants' lives.
March 13, 2025 at 1:43 AM
VIDEO: Humans and elephants increasingly compete for food and space in parts of Africa
March 12, 2025 at 6:21 PM

Nashville Zoo welcomes rare clouded leopard cub

The Nashville Zoo is celebrating the birth of a rare clouded leopard cub. The as-yet unnamed female cub is two weeks old and measures about 13 inches long from her nose to the tip of her tail.
March 12, 2025 at 6:21 PM
VIDEO: Nashville Zoo welcomes rare clouded leopard cub
March 11, 2025 at 3:10 PM

Nashville Zoo celebrates birth of baby clouded leopard cub

The female cub, who has yet to be named, is two weeks old and is the 44th clouded leopard cub born at the Nashville Zoo since 1991.
March 11, 2025 at 3:10 PM
VIDEO: Nashville Zoo celebrates birth of baby clouded leopard cub
March 11, 2025 at 3:53 AM

Baby animals make their debuts across America

From little eaglets hatching in California's Big Bear, to a baby giraffe making its long-awaited arrival in Denver, Colorado, animals are arriving across America ahead of spring.
March 11, 2025 at 3:53 AM
VIDEO: Baby animals make their debuts across America
March 10, 2025 at 8:05 PM

Viral bald eagle couple welcomes 3rd chick

Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow, whose nest is broadcast via livestream, welcomed three chicks this year to the delight of thousands of online fans.
March 10, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Big Bear bald eagles Jackie and Shadow, whose nest is broadcast via livestream, welcomed three chicks this year to the delight of thousands of online fans.
March 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM

Internet-famous bald eagles Jackie and Shadow welcome 3rd chick

Live camera footage from a bald eagle nest in California has gone viral, capturing hundreds of thousands of views.
March 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Friends of Big Bear Valley shared a photo on Facebook of the three baby chicks of bald eagles Jackie and Shadow.
March 9, 2025 at 2:39 PM

3rd eaglet is officially here

The third eaglet finally hatched Friday night in Big Bear, California, as many watched on the Big Bear bald eagle live nest cam.
March 9, 2025 at 2:39 PM
VIDEO: 3rd eaglet is officially here
1 month ago

Third eagle egg hatches

The bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, who welcomed a pair of hatchlings in Big Bear California five days ago, had their third egg hatch live on Big Bear Bald Eagle Nest Cam.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Third eagle egg hatches
1 month ago

Bald eagle nest cam captures live hatch in California

A live camera stream of a bald eagle nest in Southern California has gained viral attention, attracting hundreds of thousands of views this week.
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VIDEO: Bald eagle nest cam captures live hatch in California
1 month ago

Dog plays squeaky toy while listening to Cynthia Erivo sing 'Defying Gravity'

Anastasia Stewart's goldendoodle Charlie decided to interrupt while she was watching Erivo's "Wicked" performance at the Oscars with a musical squeaky toy solo.
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Anastasia Stewart's goldendoodle Charlie decided to interrupt while she was watching Erivo's "Wicked" performance at the Oscars with a musical squeaky toy solo.
1 month ago

Endangered cheetah sanctuary breaks ground in Africa

Cheetah Conservation Fund founder Laurie Marker discusses her organization’s fight to save cheetahs throughout the continent.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Endangered cheetah sanctuary breaks ground in Africa
1 month ago

Horse pulled out of a hole after incredible team effort

A fire department, animal rescue team and an excavation company came together to rescue a horse that fell in a hole in Tennessee. An on-site veterinarian found no injuries.
1 month ago
A fire department, animal rescue team and an excavation company came together to rescue a horse that fell in a hole in Tennessee. An on-site veterinarian found no injuries.
1 month ago

Dog is excited to help plumber fix sink

Albert is certainly qualified!
1 month ago
Albert is certainly qualified!