Owners charged after dog dies in heat in Merrillville yard, police say

Two Indiana dog owners are charged with animal neglect after their pet died in the heat one week ago.

Sheriff's office K-9 killed in hit-and-run after being spooked by fireworks

12-year-old injured by bison at Yellowstone National Park

The child was transported by emergency medical personnel to a nearby hospital, according to a release from Yellowstone National Park.

Over 100 dogs found dead, many with bullet holes at Northern California rescue, authorities say

Investigators recovered 117 intact canine remains, 21 canine skulls and hundreds of additional bones during a second search of a Northern California animal rescue property. Inside a barn on the property, investigators said they discovered an area they believe was likely used to kill dogs. More than 600 dog collars were also recovered from that location.

Chicago man pleads guilty to killing, torturing cats at his apartment in Wicker Park

A Wicker Park, Chicago man pleaded guilty this week to killing and torturing four tabby cats at his apartment three years ago. A witness said a cat found dead in a plastic bag has been microwaved.