India's Tiger Population Sees 36% Increase

In the last eight years India has seen their tiger population increase more than 36 percent according to a new tiger census.

By Jeanne Goddard

20 January 31 Views

SeaWorld Ends Captive Breeding of Orcas at All its Parks

SeaWorld plans to end its orca breeding programs at all its parks and the audience performances for its last generation of killer whales.

By Jim Stout

17 March 41 Views

Fighting America's Invasive Plants: Eco-Goats to the Rescue

Invasive species have long been dealt with using a mixture of powerful chemicals and earth movers. But a new weapon has proven more powerful -- the goat. Brian Knox's herd of Eco Goats have been clearing hundreds of acres of invasive species, like kudzu, multiflora rose and bittersweet, up and down America's East Coast, more efficiently and effectively than previous methods.

By Jeanne Goddard

17 January 30 Views

Man Saves Thousands With $40 Wheelchair to Get Little Dog Moving Again (WATCH)

When surgery and a custom wheelchair proved too expensive for this little dog, a man came up with a $40 fix that got him back on his feet.

By Jim Stout

20 February 39 Views

Eagles Rebound in NJ: From a Mere Two to 156 Pairs

The bald eagle population, once so decimated by the pesticide DDT that only a single pair nested in New Jersey, is on the rebound. The statewide population now numbers 156 nesting pairs -- up from 128 last year -- thanks to efforts by the federal government and several generations of conservationists.

By Jeanne Goddard

28 January 33 Views

100-Year Return of Rare Sierra Nevada Red Fox to Yosemite Nat'l Park

Excited Yosemite National Park officials yesterday reported the first confirmed sighting of a rare Sierra Nevada red fox in the park in nearly 100 years. The Sierra Nevada red fox of California is one of the rarest mammals in North America, likely consisting of fewer than 50 individuals.

By Jeanne Goddard

29 January 35 Views

Companies are Giving Workers Time Off to Grieve the Loss of a Pet

Some companies are starting to adopt policies that allow time away from work –even paid leave–so employees can grieve the loss of a beloved pet.

By Jim Stout

16 March 38 Views

Mexico City Passes Landmark Dolphin Captivity Ban

The legislation will hopefully prevent any more cetacean abuse from transpiring in Mexico City.

By Jeanne Goddard

04 August 32 Views

National Park Service is Posting Cute Photos of Animal Families For Thanksgiving

These cute animal families are the best inspiration for how to spend Thanksgiving with your human relatives.

By Jeanne Goddard

23 November 38 Views

Check Out Dog's Sweet Reaction to Seeing Real Life Santa Claus

Kya's favorite toy is a little plush Santa Claus – so imagine her excitement when she sees her best stuffed buddy come to life in a shopping mall.

By Tiffani Spengler

29 November 34 Views

Cops Give Scathing Review of Bear's Piano Skills on Surveillance Footage

Police were disgusted by the "grizzly" chords that were played by this distinctive Colorado home intruder.

By Tiffani Spengler

27 July 35 Views

Rainbow and 49 Birds Appear Over Orlando Victims' Memorial: 'We Were All Stunned'

Birds and rainbows offered symbols of peace and hope as thousands gather to remember shooting victims at candlelight vigils in Orlando, Florida.

By Jim Stout

21 June 31 Views

Sharpshooter Veteran Frees Trapped Bald Eagle (Video)

A bald eagle was trapped in a tree beyond the reach of rescuers or food for two days, until this veteran came along...

By Jim Stout

04 July 47 Views

Hero Pit Bull Up For Adoption After Saving Woman from Knife Attack

After this pooch saved a woman's life, fans of the dog's deed are trying to find a forever home for the deserving Hero.

By Tiffani Spengler

31 July 57 Views

Dog Completes Hardest Race in the World Just to Find a Home (WATCH)

King Arthur underwent one of the world's most difficult races across Ecuador – and in exchange for his perseverance, he was finally given a loving home.

By Tiffani Spengler

06 March 38 Views