Pets
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in truck during Texas flash flood
October 4, 2026, 2:44 pm EDT
A dog was trapped in the flatbed of a pickup truck during a flash flood in Texas, with firefighters stepping in to help bring it to safety. The truck’s driver had faced trouble getting himself and the dog to safety before firefighters arrived.
Dog rescued from flooded truck
October 4, 2026, 2:43 pm EDT
Dog rescued from flooded truck
Nimbus the cat rules the summit of Mount Washington
September 19, 2026, 7:55 am EDT
Nimbus the cat lives 6,288 feet up at the Mount Washington Observatory, where the world's worst weather rolls in. Weather observer Alex Branton says Nimbus's main job is keeping the crew company through the long winters, sleeping on the couch or in a bunk room, exploring the cat-sized caves outside and catching mice, carrying on nearly a century of summit cats.
Ruff weather? Here’s how to keep your dog busy inside
August 18, 2026, 3:17 pm EDT
Stuck inside because Mother Nature isn’t cooperating? An expert shares easy ways to help your pet beat their boredom indoors. Whether it's rain, snow, storms or extreme heat keeping you in, learn the 30-minute rule to prevent dog anxiety and destructive behavior.
How to keep your dog busy indoors on a rainy day
August 18, 2026, 3:17 pm EDT
Rainy day stuck inside? A veterinarian shares easy ways to keep your dog active and entertained indoors. Learn the 30-minute rule for keeping your pet stimulated, and simple boredom-busters like snuffle mats, treat searches and squeaky-toy play that can ease anxiety and prevent destructive behavior.
Cat scared by lightning and thunder
August 9, 2026, 7:21 am EDT
Cat scared by lightning and thunder
Scaredy cat is catastrophically scared by lightning flash
August 9, 2026, 7:20 am EDT
Some summertime storm watching sends this kitty Oliver flying after a lightning flash and thunder boom gives him a big spook. You’ll want to see it.
Greek volunteers race wildfires to reach pets left behind
August 6, 2026, 5:10 am EDT
Near Athens, rescue crews are racing against wildfire evacuation orders to rescue dogs and cats in the fire's path.
Weather Buddies: Meet Lena
July 31, 2026, 7:57 am EDT
Say hello to this week's Weather Buddy!
Is it too hot to walk my dog? Our exclusive new scale will tell you
July 31, 2026, 7:54 am EDT
Pavement can get as hot at 140 degrees in summer, and that's way too hot for your pet's paws. Bookmark this scale so you don't put your dog in harm's way.