ANIMALS

The shelter has only had foster cats, but they’ll soon be able to house dogs, too

The 77-year-old man was found by relative in the first such fatal incident since 1936.

The Franklin County Humane Society and the Franklin County Animal Shelter are completely full, and they’re asking anyone who is looking for a pet to consider adopting.

Need a furry friend to snuggle with, or maybe one to explore with? Keke might just be the perfect fit for you.

They really mean it when they say dogs are our best friends.

Talk about cuteness overload. If you need a new four-legged friend, look no further.

Handsome Hammy is searching for his furever family and has a ton of energy to share.

It’s one of the worse abuse cases the Director of the Franklin County Humane Society told 10 News she’s ever seen.

The organization is looking to build a new adoption center next door, but they need your help to raise $50,000 through Aug. 31.

Ava is two years old and spayed according to the Franklin County Humane Society website, and she’s a smaller cat – Ava only weighs about eight pounds.

It was quite a discovery in tropical waters to bring in a Greenland shark, which can live for more than 500 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

A Texas fisherman caught more than fish this week after capturing a video of a shark being hoisted out of the water onto a pier in Port Aransas.

One of the most damaging snails in the world was recently spotted in a Florida city, forcing a quarantine in part of the city, according to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

We’re told those funds come from customers when you opted to “save a pet’s life” while checking out at the register.

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center gave an orphaned bear cub a second chance at life.

On Friday, veterans said their final goodbyes to a national mascot therapy dog who provided comfort for heroes in the VA hospital.

An angry bird is running afoul in D.C.

The founder of an animal shelter needs your help after the facility caught fire early Tuesday morning.

A baby zebra died at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom after running full speed into a gate when it was being spooked by two ostriches Thursday, a television station reported.

A Roanoke organization is giving you a chance to lend a helping hand — or paw.

The bills prohibit the sale of dogs or cats for experimental purposes and penalize animal cruelty.

The IRS does not allow people to claim pets as dependents on their taxes, despite piling food and vet bills.

The mom and her babies are at the Lynchburg Humane Society where they can grow up, get adopted and live the pet life.

It’s natural to want to post about the passing of your sweet pet to your family and friends on Facebook or Instagram, but have you ever noticed that lately, we all say some form of, “they’ve crossed (or gone over) the rainbow bridge?”

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is investigating the deaths of five dolphins who were found in shallow waters along Virginia’s coast.

The Roanoke Valley SPCA’s popular fundraiser “Best in Show” kicks off Friday.

Not a basketball fan? Here’s another team you can cheer on this March, the Floyd County Humane Society.

Jackson Ptacek is only 5 years old but he’s on a mission to spread a little joy to others. Jackson, from Noblesville, Indiana, donated around 500 stuffed animals to children in need.

Virginia Tech is offering free spaying clinic through it's veterinary department.

Before a 2-month-old critically endangered orangutan can be reunited with his mother at the zoo in New Orleans, he needs to be strong enough to hang onto her 24 hours a day.

The Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge says some of the animals hadn't left their owner's side.

It turns out there are multiple factors that have made tossing stuffed animals onto the ice a tradition.

Do we have a new celebrity psychic on our hands? The only way we’ll know is after Sunday night.

Organised criminals are illegally burying thousands of tonnes of waste across Scotland, a BBC investigation finds.

Winter can be a tough time for dogs, but there’s a lot we can do to help.

Pandas are picky eaters, eating mostly bamboo and not a lot of fat.

If you ever feel crazy having full conversations with your dog, don’t worry. There’s a good chance your pup knows what you’re saying!

A local shelter needs your help!

This Christmas, staff at the Wildlife Center of Virginia are creating a fun way for children to hear animals speak in their own voices.

Animal control officers need your help tonight after a dog was found with his throat cut.

Pet website, Rover, has announced their list of top pet names, and it’s no surprise the “The Child” that captured the hearts of many was honored on this list.

Angels of Assisi's newest patient, Luna. a sweet four-legged mix abandoned at a park in Roanoke, and now in serious condition.

Inflation may be hitting home for the holidays, but pet owners aren’t letting that stop them from spoiling their furry friends.

A Roanoke animal shelter is dealing with one of its worst cases of animal cruelty in a long time.

If you can’t donate food, monetary donations will be doubled through Dec. 31 as part of a $75,000 matching gift program. We’re told some of that money will help with the food drive.

A prosthetic-tailed dolphin named Winter that starred in the “Dolphin Tale” movies has died at a Florida aquarium despite life-saving efforts by animal care experts.

You can roam with your favorite prehistoric animals this weekend with Jurassic Quest. Bridget shows us a sneak peek of what you can expect at the event.

World Wide Fund for Nature and the British Antarctic Survey hope half a million people globally can help sift through thousands of images.

This cute kitty gets to see another day thanks to one Virginia Tech Police Officer!

The United States Department of Agriculture is on a mission to prevent rabies from spreading in Southwest Virginia.

A massive alligator in South Carolina is going viral this week for his snack choice: a smaller, 6-foot alligator.

A bear attack along the Blue Ridge Parkway has prompted officials to close trails in the area and ban outdoor food.

Around 150 animals were evacuated to the UK, along with Paul "Pen" Farthing and animal shelter staff.

Our month-long initiative to get as many local pets adopted as possible has officially wrapped up!

Experts say vaccinating animals helps prevent COVID from spreading to humans.

Officials on Tuesday said at least 18 of the 20 gorillas at Atlanta’s zoo have now tested positive for COVID-19.

Mister Goodies is offering a free ice cream cone to anyone who donates a stuffed animal to the Teddy Bear Brigade that evening from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m.

We have something you otter see!

Because Animals believes the $90 billion pet food industry will embrace "clean meat," made from cultured cells in a lab not from livestock.

An international group of scientists has called on Norway to halt plans for acoustic experiments on minke whales.

Truth and reconciliation is painful. But to those who reject the idea of engaging across differences, I earnestly ask, what’s your endgame?