Animals

In a touching farewell, one family's beloved dog leaves behind a legacy of love and comfort that touched everyone she met.

A runaway horse may sound like something out of the 1800s, but in 2026, it became a dangerous reality on Mackinac Island, two people were hospitalized and two others injured.

Grand Rapids and A Pleasant Dog are offering free and $5 dog training classes this summer, including leash training, recall, tricks, and reactive dog workshops.

Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit is renaming its June 13 “Pawchella” fundraiser to “Pawfest” after a trademark issue raised by Coachella.

Doug the Tank, the viral 33-pound snapping turtle rescued along the Lake Michigan shoreline near Grand Haven, has officially been released back into the wild after weeks of recovery.

Looking for something different for date night? Thunder Acres Highlands in Sand Lake is offering unique summer date nights featuring mini Highland cows, sunset views, charcuterie, and cozy farm seating.

Millions of migrating birds will fill Michigan skies tonight as experts urge residents to turn off outdoor lights.

Learn how monarch butterflies migrate through Michigan and where to spot them while supporting pollinators with simple habitat tips.

When life hands you a dead bat, what’s your first move? Turns out, there’s more to it than just a shovel and gloves.

Empty the Shelters returns to Michigan May 1 to 17 with $70 adoptions at participating shelters. Pets are fully vetted and ready to go home during this nationwide event.

As summer temperatures soar, the plight of pets trapped in cars takes center stage. The legal landscape around rescuing these furry friends is murky at best.

In the United States, reports of big cat attacks usually involve mountain lions and hikers, or incidents connected to circuses and zoos. Recently, however, a turkey hunter was attacked by a bobcat.