Pets & Animals

Video: 3-legged dog inspires at disc competition

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:07:00 +0000

Dog wows the crowd at canine Frisbee competition.

Video: Dog reunited with owner after tornado

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:07:00 +0000

"Monster" reunited with owner after his cage was blown away during Oklahoma tornado. Bree Steffen reports.

Video: Britain's first crane egg in four centuries

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:13:44 +0000

Conservationists at Slimbridge Wetland Centre in Gloucestershire have set up a round-the-clock guard to protect the first crane egg laid in western Britain in over 400 years.

Video: Iams SO GOOD! Hosts Concert for Dogs

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:40:00 +0000

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On June 8, 2013, Iams is celebrating the real love between people and pets at Canada’s first ever concert for dogs by Iams to launch its new Iams SO GOOD! dog food. As a valued and cherished member of the family, Iams believes that dogs deserve to eat delicious and nutritious food and have a little fun, too. The Iams SO GOOD! Doggie Jam will bring together as many as 5,000 dogs and their owners to celebrate real love at an event to remember. A 43 piece classical orchest

Video: Tornado survivor reunited with dog

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:51:40 +0000

A man who lost his home in the Texas and tornado and was separated from his dog, reunites with his best friend.

Video: RAW VIDEO: Bear Falls From Tampa Tree

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:13:51 +0000

A Tampa man got more than he bargained for when he opened his door to let the dog out. A black bear was in his backyard.

Video: Man Charges Elephant and Loses Job

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:53:41 +0000

Jeanne Moos reports on a man who charged an elephant and lost his job because of it.

Video: Chosen for showing the bond between humans and dogs

Mon, 13 May 2013 21:34:40 +0000

K-9 officer Zeke has been nominated for the 2013 American Humane Association Hero Dog Award.

Video: Owning a Dog Linked to Reduced Heart Disease Risk

Sat, 11 May 2013 01:33:09 +0000

Researchers also found dog owners were 54 percent more likely to get the recommended levels of exercise than non dog owners.

Video: Dolphin encounter off Kona: An old friend returns

Wed, 08 May 2013 04:11:13 +0000

It was a rescue at sea watched by millions. A veteran scuba diver freeing a dolphin entangled in fishing line off the Kona coast. Now, it appears the story doesn’t end there.

Video: Great horned owls draw crowds, police say don't disturb

Sun, 05 May 2013 23:09:32 +0000

Colorado Springs police is asking the public to keep its distance from a nest of great horned owls that have caused quite a stir on the northwest side of the city.

Video: Happy end for rescued puppies

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:37:53 +0000

Rescued puppies are reunited a year after they were found neglected by breeders. Convictions for animal neglect and cruelty have risen by a third in England and Wales, according to an RSPCA report.

Video: Camel Licking Controversy

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:54:31 +0000

Some parents are defending themselves following an encounter with a camel at a drive-thru zoo. Jeanne Moos reports.

Video: Surviving Vick dog and new owner dispel "pitbull myth"

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:06:24 +0000

This week marks six years since police raided NFL quarterback Michael Vick's Virginia property and seized about 50 pitbulls that were part of his dogfighting ring. One of those dogs is now living happily in northern Nevada and his owner is working to raise awareness and dispel what he calls "the pitbull myth." News 4's Ashley Cullins has the story you'll see Only on 4.

Video: Roswell woman adopts dozens of pets before law changes

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 23:19:38 +0000

limiting the number of animals people can adopt .. a woman just adopted dozens of dogs and cats. amber lavail explains why she wanted to do that ... and why she was allowed to... roswell animal services had its largest animal adoption ever on sunday when sammye leflir- bohnstehn left with thirty-five ANIMALS. "It isn't our first multiple run, we have done that before, but apparently we broke our record this past weekend." 33:47:00 right now she is adopting under the animal welfare alliance, and the city says not everybody can adopt so many ANIMALS. "Not just anybody, only these rescue groups. If anybody was coming in to adopt that many it is going to draw up a red flag for us." AMBER LAVAIL alavail@kob.com "behind this metal fence are the dog units, this adoption cleared up twelve of the dog and cat UNITS." "It made me feel wonderful, that was thirty five animals that would have been put to death." 35:31:03 one man we talked to thinks adoption might help. John Henry " I think it's bad if someone does adopt that many cats and dogs just because that is a lot to take care of depending on you financial situation, but if you are looking to find them a good home I think that is fine. 49:58:10 LAFLIR bohnstein has a MESSAGE "Please don't buy from the breeders, if you wanna buy don't shop, adopt." 36:36:26 while new animal permit ordinances that go into effect april 27th are expected to help curb roswell's over-population problems...euthaniaia rates in roswell... are stillthe highest in the state. reporting in roswell, amber lavail, kob eyewitness news 4.

Video: Protection for South Africa's cheetahs and rhinos

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:12:32 +0000

South Africa's game parks give the impression of wilderness, but are carefully managed and monitored. French conservationist Damien Vergnaud takes his cheetahs on runs and injects his rhinos' horns with poison, in order to protect these animals from danger. Duration: 02:48

Video: Dogs comfort residents after Boston Marathon bombings

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:23:00 +0000

Dog owners bring their cuddly pets to Boston Commons Wednesday afternoon to comfort residents after the Boston Marathon bombings. (April 18)

Video: Natura Expands Pet Food Recall

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:00:36 +0000

Natura Pet has expanded a recall of all dry food and treats for dogs, cats and ferrets due to concerns over salmonella.

Video: Giraffe baby boy born at Santa Barbara Zoo

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 06:07:34 +0000

Giraffe baby boy born at Santa Barbara Zoo

Video: Lost dog at Honolulu airport frustrates owners

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:05:36 +0000

A lost dog at Honolulu International Airport is creating frustration for its owners and for those trying to capture it.. It’s been on the run for three weeks and is even affecting travel.

Video: Local Bomb Sniffing Dogs

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 05:52:00 +0000

Fresno Sheriff's bomb-sniffing dog Niko shows us how the dogs detect explosives and how they let their deputy handlers know they've found something dangerous

Video: Zoo hoping pandas will finally mate

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:55:24 +0000

The UK's pair of giant pandas could be put together in the hope they will mate.

Video: Dog sings along to ‘Happy Birthday’ with owner

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:55:19 +0000

A dog in Carbon Hill Alabama has a unique talent that has her neighborhood buzzing.

Video: Packy the Oregon Zoo elephant turns 51, as protestors gather

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:16:34 +0000

As seen on KOIN 6 News Sunday, Apirl 14, 2013.

Video: Celebrating a big birthday at the Oregon Zoo

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 01:37:49 +0000

Big cake a tasty surprise for Pachy's 50th birthday.

Video: Elephants spray water for Thai New Year festival

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:46:55 +0000

Thai villagers and foreign tourists take part in a water battle with elephants during the Songkran Festival in Ayutthaya province. Duration: 00:41

Video: Ask the Vet: Parvo Protection

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:22:57 +0000

Dr. Chris Dobbins with Fresno Pet ER visited CBS47 This Morning to talk about the importance of protecting against canine parvovirus.

Video: Raccoon's Amazing High Wire Act

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:56:13 +0000

A wild raccoon is caught on video making his way across a wire in a neighborhood.

Video: Pet Pals: Guinea pig pair and cat with special eyes

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 00:26:16 +0000

Humane Society of Central Oregon drops by with a pair of guinea pigs and a pretty cat looking for new homes.

Video: Family reunited with long lost pet

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 02:29:00 +0000

Family reunited with long lost pet

Video: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center wildlife rehab center

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 00:27:00 +0000

The Lake Erie Nature & Science Center's wildlife rehabilitation center cares for injured animals from around the area.

Video: Raw: Animals Get Frozen Treats to Cool Off

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:19:53 +0000

As Thailand sizzles into high summer there's been some relief from the heat for the animals at Bangkok's zoo. They've been getting ice cream, yogurt and frozen vegetables to try to help in temperatures edging 104 degrees. (April 2)

Video: Starving Sea Lion Pups Fill Calif. Rescue Center

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:51:02 +0000

Hundreds of starving sea lion pups are washing up on California beaches from San Diego to Santa Barbara. The problems is overwhelming rescue centers and leaving scientists scrambling for answers.

Video: Charities say British horses 'in crsis'

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 04:53:32 +0000

While Britain prides itself on being a nation of animal-lovers, the country's animal welfare groups say its horses are currently in a state of crisis. Large numbers of horses are being left to graze illegally, and one leading charity says the passport system designed to keep track of the animals -- and whether they are fit to enter the food chain -- is 'broken'. Duration: 02:29

Video: Dog left alone moves car

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:34:04 +0000

A dog left alone in a car managed to get the car into gear, which caused a man to be knocked unconscious as he tried to stop the truck.

Video: Wandering Beaverton pig finds new Oregon home

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 06:12:36 +0000

As seen on KOIN 6 News at 11:12 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2013.

Video: Aging Tiger Has Groundbreaking Arthritis Surgery

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:56:40 +0000

Tacoma the Siberian tiger is the ripe old age of 13 and his golden years have been painful. The big cat has debilitating arthritis and walks with a bad limp. But, his caretakers gave the cat a groundbreaking surgery to relieve the aches. (March 19)

Video: Ask the Vet: Fleas & Ticks

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:25:09 +0000

Dr. Chris Dobbins with Fresno Pet ER visited CBS47 to talk about the importance of selecting the right flea and tick solutions for your pet.

Video: New zoo home for endangered tigers

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:44:57 +0000

Two tigers were welcomed into a new home at London Zoo today as part of a multi-million pound project to boost numbers of the critically endangered species.

Video: Be careful what your pets eat

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:08:33 +0000

Veterinarians in Georgia want you to be aware of poison dangers with National Poison Prevention Week.

Video: Deer jumps out of trunk

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:07:00 +0000

Video: Big Daddy - Europe's largest crab

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:33:06 +0000

Big Daddy, and his nine-foot claw span, has been welcomed to Blackpool's Sea Life Centre as Europe's largest crab.

Video: Mating pandas off to good start: Tokyo zoo

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 11:47:58 +0000

A mating pair of pandas have wasted no time in getting intimate, a Japanese zoo says, coupling on their first evening together and then again the next morning. Duration: 00:51

Video: Tale of the New Tail

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:56:52 +0000

A Crocodile has a prosthetic tail made for him by scientists.

Video: Get Fit With Fido: People, Pooches Fight Flab

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 08:05:45 +0000

Many dogs and humans share the same problem: They're overweight. So why not work out together? That's the strategy at the K9 Fit Club, a new business in Illinois that promises healthy rewards for dogs and their owners. (March 6)

Video: Giant Goldfish Found In Lake Tahaoe

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 14:06:49 +0000

Researchers at the University of Nevada discovered more than a dozen giant goldfish living in Lake Tahoe.

Video: Virginia Dog Gets Acupuncture for Pain

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:58:47 +0000

A Virginia family has turned to the ancient practice of acupuncture to help reduce pain for their dog, Triumph, after the pet lost a leg to cancer. (Feb. 19)

Video: Research Chimp Retirement Plans Face Money Woes

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:03:33 +0000

Chimp Haven, in Keithville, Louisiana, is the only designated retirement home for chimpanzees previously used in federal research. But money woes could make it tough to accommodate the number of chimps expected to spend their final years there. (Feb. 20)

Video: Raw: Injured Aussie Koala Plucked From Tree

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:11:58 +0000

An emergency team has come to the rescue of a koala with an injured leg in southern Australia.The animal - subsequently named "Steve" - was plucked from a tree in an animal reserve near Adelaide. (Feb. 20)

Video: Bear of a Winter: These Cubs Cannot Sleep

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:18:22 +0000

Instead of the usual three to five orphaned cubs, a bear rehabilitator in New Hampshire is caring for 27 cubs this winter, thanks to a swing in the food supply. With so many companions, young bears are not sleeping. (Feb. 19)