Animals

The zoo said the loss has been especially difficult for its animal care and veterinary teams, who did everything possible to save him.

An injured dog was found in a Fenton neighborhood with its foot reportedly stuck in a trap.

Bay County Mosquito Control has found the season's first evidence of West Nile virus and Jamestown Canyon virus in local mosquito samples.

Many Michiganders grow up hearing the distinctive call of the Barred Owl without realizing it's not the same owl sound heard across the country.

Two Genesee County Sheriff’s Office K9s, Bailey and Kolt, received bullet and stab protective vests through a nonprofit donation. The vests are designed to help protect them in dangerous situations.

Michigan is considering limiting hunters to just one buck per season, and the reaction is mixed.

Michigan backyards will soon see hummingbirds. Learn when they arrive and how to keep your feeders safe, fresh, and inviting.

The wild weather must have stirred up Bigfoot because over the last several weeks there have been reports of sightings near the Michigan's southern border.

Genesee County Animal Control may soon be renamed Animal Care to better reflect its mission. Officials say the department has shifted focus toward saving and adopting animals.

A Mid-Michigan man already on probation is now accused of running a dog fighting ring. Nine dogs were rescued in poor condition, and he now faces multiple felony charges.

A deer was found dead on a driving range at a golf course in Michigan. Authorities from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reported that the animal had been shot with a rifle linked to a convicted felon.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has created a new management season for coyotes which goes into effect on March 2, 2026.