News Stories

Anyone who’s watched ‘Judge Judy’ over the years knows her opinions and verdicts are quick, decisive and humorous. Her lightening speed delivery is due partially to the time constraints of TV programming.

A majestic snow-white bull moose sporting an impressive rack of frosty antlers was recorded beating the summer heat in a chilly lake in western Sweden.

In Ocean City, New Jersey it is time for a beauty contest down at the beach. Tomorrow the contestants will arrive, along with the crowds of spectators, and a few protesters. As the competition progresses everyone will be awaiting the awarding of the title Miss Crustacean. This won't be some voluptuous bathing beauty with a sash, but it will be most fetching and comely hermit crab in the area.

Boise, Idaho, was the scene of a recent robbery and the appearance of an unlikely animal hero; namely, Joey the Squirrel. Read on for more about this adorable, affectionate critter who stole the hearts of the humans who rescued him.

Earlier this month, I published a blog titled, “Name That Species? Yes, There’s An App For That Too!” With a new app launched by iNaturalist, users can now identify flora and fauna, while you are getting up close and personal with your smartphone camera.

While giant pandas in captivity have a difficult time procreating . . . it appears of recent date, this much-loved species is no longer being threatened by extinction. As of late 2016, this lovable creature was downgraded from ‘Endangered’ to ‘Vulnerable’ on the global list of species at risk.

In 2015, the American Animal Hospital Association [AAHA] and the American Veterinary Medical Association [AVMA] established the first ’Check the Chip Day’ to ensure more happy endings for lost or stolen pets. The importance of “checking microchips” is for pet owners to make sure the data on their cats’ and dogs’ chips are up to date.

Meet Lemmysuchus, a particularly fearsome fossil sea crocodile named after Lemmy Kilmister, the late lead guitarist from the heavy metal band Motorhead.