PETS

An Austin man was reunited with his cat days after his Lyft driver took off with her still in the backseat.

Instead of a dog, the man tried to bring in an alligator that he said has been his emotional support animal.

One of my greatest fears as a pet owner came true the other day...my dog has fleas.

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A San Antonio-area pet rescue is expanding with a spay and neuter clinic and two indoor/outdoor kennel buildings.

A man accused of running a puppy mill with dozens of animals is now wanted for animal cruelty.

A 2-week-old kitten was rescued from the walls of a San Antonio apartment building on Tuesday.

A San Antonio man’s dog is lucky to be alive after getting bitten by an insect known as the kissing bug.

Post a photo or video to KSAT Connect and tell us what makes your pet special.

What are your favorite dog breeds?

San Antonio Pets Alive is waiving adoption fees for dogs and puppies this weekend as the shelter tries to clear out kennels.

San Antonio Pets Alive is waiving adoption fees for dogs and puppies this weekend.

Several of the dogs rescued from a Bexar County puppy mill in early August are ready to be adopted, according to Bexar County officials.

Animal Care Services is adding a free pet vaccination clinic for San Antonio residents.

International Cat Day is a perfect time for showing off your feline friends. You can do that by sharing photos and videos on the KSAT Connect “Pets” page.

Woman searching for pets warns others to be cautious of how much information they put on their missing pet flyers.

Snake bites can happen, so it's best to be prepared for the moment in order to keep your dog safe.

Eighty animals were found inside what Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar called a puppy mill.

An animal services officer in Seguin got to cool off Thursday morning during a cat rescue on the Guadalupe River.

Texas Game Wardens say police in Nacogdoches found a baby alligator being kept in a 40-gallon aquarium last month.

Several local animal welfare organizations are seeking temporary fosters to ease an influx of pets arriving at their facilities.

Animal Care Services is lowering its adoption fees through the end of the month and extending its shelter hours to encourage adoptions.

Police in North Texas were called to rescue a dog from underneath a shed earlier this month and the incident was caught on video.

God’s Dogs Rescue and San Antonio Pets Alive will have their events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at several PetSmart locations.

Pets -- often, they're our best friends. But it's an imperfect world, and situations can be less than ideal for our furry ones.

San Antonio Pets Alive’s need for fosters continues as AC repairs are expected to take three weeks.

Animal Care Services is reminding pet owners to plan ahead and take some precautions this Tuesday for Independence Day.

San Antonio Pets Alive is asking for the public’s help after an emergency situation is forcing them to move out all animals from its West Side facility.

Photos from KSAT viewers show they’ve been “splooting” just about anywhere they can get some reprieve as temperatures soar in the San Antonio area.

A litter of two-day-old puppies was found abandoned in a plastic garbage bag in Austin last week in near triple-digit heat and officials with Austin Pets Alive! said one of the puppies died from its injuries.

The killer heat could be fatal for pets left outside without proper care, so Animal Care Services is warning pet owners to be mindful of the high temperatures before leaving pets outside.

How feasible is it to include a beloved pet or pets in a wedding? What are concerns that need to be addressed? An expert weighs in with tips.

Veterinarians ask for compassion as they face work-related anxiety, depression, and stress. The boom in pet care started during the pandemic when the number of household pets increased.

Jonathan Suarez-Perez, 30, was arrested on a third-degree felony charge for cruelty to a non-livestock animal and his bond was set at $5,000, Bexar County jail records show.

This happened in 2020 and is part of a series and is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

Local dog owners will soon be able to top off vaccines for their furry friends.

The San Antonio Spurs’ dog park at La Cantera is now open to pups and their humans.

Texas lawmakers passed several bills that would help protect pets, including one already signed into law to keep pets away from people convicted of animal cruelty.

Do you have a pet that was rescued from a bad situation, and now has the life it deserves thanks to your love, sacrifice and devotion?

As pet owners, the thought of losing a furry friend is heart-wrenching. But what if technology could help locate lost pets faster than ever before?

Pet owners face a potentially big problem as the veterinary field deals with a growing shortage of veterinarians.

In honor of Wednesday being National Kids and Pets Day, here are five things to know before deciding on whether to get your kid a pet.

Post a photo or video to KSAT Connect and tell us what makes your pal special.

The video had more than 1.3 million views at the time this story was published.

A mama bear was trying to get four cubs across a two-lane road in Connecticut, and what transpired will give you all the feels.

Animal Care Services started an overnight shift nearly a year ago. Officers on that shift see everything from bats, to dogs and cats, to snakes.

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

A dog turned out to be another dog’s best friend in what was a courageous rescue.

Dogs are just the best.

The full story can be seen in the video above, which is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

For the first time in three decades, the American Kennel Club says the U.S. has a new favorite dog breed.

The family-friendly kite festival and dog fair, known as Fest of Tails, is returning to San Antonio this Saturday, March 11.

So, we want to know — what questions do you have about dealing with the problem of aggressive and/or stray dogs in San Antonio? What are your experiences with aggressive dogs in the city? And what solutions do you think the city should try?

A San Antonio woman was recently reunited with her beloved pet a full 7 years after he disappeared.

Spay Neuter Network is offering free spay, neuter, microchips, and vaccines for San Antonio area residential pets in celebration of its grand opening.

Animal observing at a zoo or aquarium are popular activities for many, but some have decided to take it to a new level.

As temperatures drop, the number of calls regarding animal neglect or abuse cases has increased.

It’s illegal to chain a dog outside in Texas.

ACS responded to a home on the city’s West Side and rescued nearly a dozen dogs who were left chained outside in freezing temperatures without proper shelter.

The City of San Antonio is cautioning pet owners to keep their pets inside during the cold wintery weather this week.

A litter of orphaned puppies are recovering from injuries after being hit by a lawn mower.

Citing a database of over a million pet parents, Rover came up with a list of the top dog and cat names of 2022.

City of Boerne is teaming up to help more animals in the shelter find homes.

The Puppy Food Bank is a new virtual non-profit dedicated to providing food supplies to ‘no kill’ pet rescue organizations across Texas.

A 3-month-old pug that was stolen several weeks ago in San Antonio was reunited with her family after police discovered her in “unsanitary conditions,” according to Animal Care Services.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, the City of San Antonio Animal Care Services is offering its top tips to pet owners for a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

San Antonio Pets Alive is waiving adoption fees for dogs and puppies through next week.

We’re sure you’ve got an awesome Halloween costume picked out already, and I’m sure you’d love to share it with everyone.

Officials with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals are calling on New Braunfels City Council to ban the sale of dogs and cats obtained by commercial breeders at city pet stores.

Sunken Gardens, a botanical garden located in St. Petersburg, tweeted out a photo of a group of flamingos hanging out in a bathroom while riding out Hurricane Ian.

Starting today, those who donate at least $1 to the Animal Defense League will receive a free “Over-the-Top” car wash at All American Car Wash locations across town.

On Sept. 23, 1952, Richard Nixon delivered in front of a national TV audience what became known as the “Checkers Speech,” a 30-minute address to the nation.

San Antonio Pets Alive! is offering a discount for anyone who adopts a big dog this weekend.

This is no ordinary canine.

The Animal Care Services is now caring for a goat that was recently found wandering in a San Antonio neighborhood.

ACS is facing higher than normal surrenders, more stray animals, and staffing issues. It's requesting 14 new positions to help with animal overpopulation and increase live release rates.

It’s National Dog Day, a day to celebrate all dog breeds and raise awareness for public shelters and rescue dogs. But perhaps one population you don’t think about as pet owners are those experiencing homelessness.

National Dog Day is Friday and Krispy Kreme is celebrating with special doggie doughnuts.

San Antonio Pets Alive! is celebrating National Dog Day with free adoptions for all four-legged friends.

As if you needed another excuse to celebrate your pawsome furry friend, Friday is National Dog Day! Alicia Barrera and RJ Marquez will be live from the San Antonio Humane Society.

Submit your photo and a sentence or two about your pup for a chance to be featured on KSAT News Now.

Spelunkers in Missouri were startled earlier this month when they went to explore a cave and found a dog.

This is a story about Lucky, the lucky dog.

A dog died after its owner was arrested for DWI in what Round Rock police are calling an “unfortunate incident.”

San Antonio’s Animal Care Services is dealing with a porky situation.

Pets bring us joy and comfort, but they also come with their own set of challenges. However, there are some easy ways to pet-proof your home for your new furry friend.

San Antonio Animal Care Services says officers are seeing the number of pet neglect complaints related to heat increase as the Alamo City experiences record-high temperatures this summer.

San Antonio Pets Alive shared photos on Facebook of one-and-a-half-year-old Nugget, an American Staffordshire terrier mix, with a face full of quills after his unsuccessful attempt at playing with a porcupine. Donations are needed for Nugget's surgery.

Hops and Hounds plans to open a new location along the River Walk.

A visit to Austin’s “Barking Springs” resulted in the death of a dog and city officials believe it might have to do with toxic algae exposure.

A dog visiting Miners Castle at the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with his family had to be rescued after he jumped off a cliff and plummeted 25-30 feet to a ledge below.

San Antonio Pets Alive! is a last-chance rescue organization that takes in animals that are at risk of euthanasia at San Antonio’s Animal Care Services. Right now, all three of SAPA!’s locations are full.

Does your pup prefer canned or dry? Store bought or homemade? There seems to be as many types of dog foods as there are dogs.

A big “Empty the Shelters” animal adoption event is taking place across the United States and more than 20 Texas shelters are taking part.

The Fourth of July is an exciting time for people to be outside, with friends and family and around fireworks — but your dog may not think the same.

Expert says more and more people are looking to work at pet-friendly companies in the wake of the pandemic.

The Animal Defense League of Texas is reminding owners about heat-related issues for pets and how to keep them extra safe when temperatures rise.

Thirteen animal rescue groups will come together from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. this Saturday, June 25, at the San Antonio Shrine Auditorium for the Rescue United Adoption Event. Admission is free.

San Antonio Pets Alive! is a last-chance rescue organization that takes in animals that are at risk of euthanasia at San Antonio’s Animal Care Services. Right now, all three of SAPA!’s locations are full.

Bonnie, the lovable Australian Shepherd puppy that was abandoned at Animal Care Services while covered in urine, dirt and feces with her mouth bound shut, is still recovering from her injuries.