New data reveals dramatic increase in animal rescue operations by fire services, with crews responding to everything from trapped swans to stranded horses as charities struggle with funding cuts.
Exclusive: Three British and Irish women remain trapped in Nepal's treacherous Hidden Valley as military rescue teams face extreme weather and dangerous terrain in desperate bid to reach them.
A daring helicopter rescue operation saved a dog that fell 300 feet down a San Francisco cliff, with emergency crews working tirelessly through challenging conditions.
Heartwarming rescue mission saves 22 puppies abandoned on busy Utah highway in sweltering heat. The dramatic operation involved multiple agencies working together to give the dogs a second chance at life.
Animal shelters across Britain report black cats are being overlooked by adopters in disturbing numbers, creating a heartbreaking backlog of unwanted pets.
Zoe Rosenberg, founder of Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary, convicted on multiple charges after dramatic rescue operation from California poultry farm sparks fierce debate over animal welfare laws.
Dramatic footage captures the moment quick-thinking strangers formed an impromptu human chain to save a trapped driver as her vehicle submerged in South Carolina waters.
Indonesia's capital city outlaws brutal dog and cat meat markets following years of campaigning by animal rights activists and health concerns.
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Emergency services pull four family members from dangerous quicksand during dramatic Morecambe Bay rescue operation near Silverdale. Coastguard and fire crews respond to coastal emergency.
An undercover operation reveals shocking conditions at a US poultry facility as activists rescue nearly 200 chickens destined for slaughter, sparking renewed debate about animal welfare standards.
In an astonishing wildlife encounter, a fully-grown buffalo was captured on video swimming across the Hudson River near Manhattan, leaving authorities and residents baffled about its origins.
A viral video captures the emotional moment a ginger cat is rescued after 48 hours stuck up a tree, showing incredible feline gratitude that's melting hearts worldwide.
A courageous passerby rescued a defenceless cockapoo puppy after witnessing a man attempting to drown the animal in a Manchester canal in what police are treating as intentional cruelty.
Body-worn camera footage captures the dramatic moment Washington State Patrol officers saved a frightened kitten stranded on Interstate 5, showcasing their compassionate side beyond crime-fighting duties.
A Sussex resident got the shock of her life when squealing sounds she thought were a cat fight revealed an orphaned fox cub trapped beneath her floor. Read the incredible rescue story.
Former rugby league player Jai Johnson convicted of horrific animal abuse against bulldog, with court hearing stomach-churning details of neglect and violence.
A heartbreaking case of animal cruelty in New Haven as a defenceless dog is abandoned during severe weather conditions, sparking an animal welfare investigation.
Animal rescue centres across Britain are facing an unprecedented crisis as hundreds of abandoned pets desperately need loving homes. Discover the heart-wrenching stories and how you can help.
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Science writer Justin Gregg's groundbreaking book examines the surprising human-like qualities of our pets and what they reveal about animal consciousness.
Exclusive investigation uncovers horrifying surge in organised dog fighting across Britain, with brutal matches now lasting up to three hours and puppies being bred for violence.
Feven Melesse transforms Ethiopia's capital by rescuing over 500 stray dogs from streets, facing overwhelming challenges in Africa's largest animal sanctuary.
A six-month-old puppy miraculously survives after being thrown from a moving vehicle in Birmingham. The RSPCA is investigating this disturbing case of animal cruelty as the brave dog, now named Snoop, recovers and searches for his forever home.
Former glamour model Katie Price has sparked fresh controversy by acquiring another dog despite repeated calls from animal welfare organisations to stop keeping pets following multiple pet tragedies.
A leading animal behaviourist reveals the scientific truth behind whether dogs or cats form deeper bonds with their human companions, with surprising results that challenge popular beliefs.
Shocking animal rescue operation in San Diego where 140 pets were saved from squalid hoarding situation. Authorities discover cats, dogs and birds living in unimaginable conditions.
In an extraordinary tale of survival, a two-day-old donkey foal abandoned by his mother finds an unlikely guardian in pensioner John Nuttall, forming a heartwarming cross-species friendship that's capturing hearts across Britain.