He got pawsitive results. A 15-year-old Golden Retriever who “abruptly” lost his mobility a few months ago went viral after a daily dose of Pilates helped put some pep back into his step. Weasel, affectionately known as “the Pilates Dog” on his Instagram page @paw.lates, is now a spry senior living his best life, according … Read more
During a recent walk through Samara Karoo Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, I learned the recipe for the ultimate safari sundowner — and it wasn’t a G&T. It was golden light, blissful silence, and a wild cheetah lounging 20 feet away like she owned the place. (She did.) Her name is Mbali, and despite … Read more
The cat’s out of the bag. ‘My Cat From Hell’ star Jackson Galaxy is taking over a Napa Valley animal rescue, with plans to turn it into a safe haven for cats in need. The internet personality will transform the We Care Animal Rescue in St. Helena, California into the headquarters of the Jackson Galaxy … Read more
After a week of fierce competition, Backpack emerged victorious as Fat Bear Week champion, the heftiest bear of Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve. The nonprofit running the longstanding contest announced that the bear, known for his pacifist nature, was the winner Tuesday with more than 100,000 votes, giving him a close win over Bear … Read more
He went buck wild! What should have been a picturesque moment devolved into chaos when a deer wandering through a Long Island backyard got its antlers stuck in a hammock — and video shows the flailing woodland creature’s dramatic rescue. Frank Floridia, president of the nonprofit Strong Island Animal Rescue League, sprang into action when … Read more
Americans are seeing less beef produced domestically as cattle numbers decline, adding pressure to a market already facing high prices. US commercial beef production totaled about 14.4 billion pounds from January through July 2026, down from roughly 15.2 billion pounds during the same period last year, according to US Department of Agriculture (USDA) data. The … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It’s time to return to the farm. Brit Floyd recently announced their 2027 Animals 50 Tour that will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s seminal 1977 record “Animals.” From … Read more
The fat bears have landed. Fat Bear Week — a bracket-style, single-elimination tournament where 16 brown bears in Alaska’s Brooks River will compete to be this year’s fattest bear — kicks off tomorrow, with voting open to the public on September 22 and concluding on September 29, when the chubby champion will be crowned. The … Read more
A little horseplay might be just what the doctor ordered for today’s teens. A new study from the University of California, Davis found that spending just three minutes in the company of a miniature horse or donkey can lift adolescents’ spirits. Better yet: The feel-good effect appears to linger even after their four-legged friend trots … Read more
The animals are loose. The LA Zoo announced it has released more than 650 endangered frogs into area wilds — as part of an ongoing species conservation effort in Southern California. Scores of southern mountain yellow-legged frogs were released into streams in their natural habitat in the San Gabriel mountains on two separate days in August, … Read more
Girl Scout Cookie season is going to the dogs. For the first time, Girl Scouts of the USA will offer a cookie made specifically for dogs when the 2027 cookie season kicks off. The new Patch Pals are soft-baked, blueberry muffin-flavored dog treats created in collaboration with BARK, the company behind BarkBox. “Each dog cookie has been … Read more
This engine must have been really purring. A newborn kitten had the longest ride of its life — traveling 76 miles inside the engine of an SUV. Employees at the Kerrville, Texas, nonprofit Peterson Health were shocked to find the fur baby inside the engine bay of the vehicle, which belonged to their colleague — … Read more
A Nevada woman was left bloodied after being mauled by an otter while swimming in Lake Tahoe – and she has since recounted how the weasel-like creature was “ruthless” in its vicious attack. Reno-based swimming instructor Lynnette Bellin needed 38 stitches after being savagely attacked during her open water swim on Sunday morning. Lynnette Bellin … Read more
Dr. Krista Edelman was having a strange dream about a small mouse trying to get into her mouth. When she woke up, she was met with the horrifying realization that there was, in fact, a furry animal “burrowing” between her lips. “I reach up to my mouth … and then I touch something that is … Read more
Lions, tigers… and unicorns? Genetically modified pets including glow-in-the-dark rabbits, hypoallergenic cats and dogs, and real-life unicorns could soon become a reality after a bill to ban the sale of such creatures failed to advance in the California Senate. Assembly Bill 1382, known as the Ethics Over Aesthetics Act, stalled in the Senate Appropriations Committee … Read more
A popular state park in Maryland is now partially closed after two recent attacks by rabid beavers. The first beaver attack at Cunningham Falls State Park in Frederick County, Maryland, by the town of Thurmont, involved a 13-year-old swimmer on July 26. The teenage boy, who had injuries to his hands and chest, was airlifted to Johns … Read more
A popular humpback whale known as “Chompers” has been spotted in the waters off the Southern California coast as she delights fans once again, this time bringing along a new baby calf. The giant whale was seen in the waters of Newport Beach with the majestic mammal enjoying her time alongside the new calf, according … Read more
Let sleeping bears lie — or pay up! A boat operator near Norway was hit with a fine of over $5,000 for blowing a foghorn to wake a sleeping polar bear, officials said Thursday. The vessel was sailing off the coast of the Svalbard archipelago, around 620 miles from the North Pole, earlier this month … Read more
A farmer bride rode her favorite cow into her wedding. Victoria Lee, 37, was carried into the church by a Swiss cow called ‘White Chocolate Button,’ She then tied the knot with her new husband Mike Lee, 40, on August 8. The dairy farmer says the entrance is something she has been dreaming about since … Read more
Diners at a busy restaurant in Sydney’s northwest were treated to a bit of a spectacle on the weekend when a woman stepped up to deal with a wayward bird that had made its way inside. In footage shared on social media, the woman, named Alice, can be seen calmly approaching the ibis, which is … Read more