If you're a pet owner on Long Island, or you have a passion for animals, you won't want to miss any of the articles and stories from our Pet & Animal Section, which focuses on pet ownership, adoptions, and pet related issues for Long Islanders.
By Wendy L August 26, 2013
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By Wendy L August 26, 2013
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By Joe Randazzo August 21, 2013
It took two shots to kill the dog who repeatedly bit the officer that attempted to check its tag.
By Lyndsay McCabe August 09, 2013
Roxanne, a 9 foot long, 600 pound Risso's dolphin, was rescued in June and the Riverhead Foundation is fundraising in order to afford her release.
By Wendy L August 02, 2013
More than 86,000 pounds of fluke was harvested illegally by a Long Island fisherman.
By Wendy L August 01, 2013
A home in Merrick was burglarized on Monday. Not only did the homeowners lose valuables, but it also their beloved dog -- Cookie.
By Wendy L July 10, 2013
A dolphin found stranded on Jones Beach appeared ill and kept going into shock while being transported to a rescue center. A necropsy will be performed today.
By Lyndsay McCabe June 15, 2013
A 4-foot long alligator was spotted in the Peconic River on Sunday and Wednesday. Wildlife specialists have left bait to keep the gator in the area so that it can be caught.
By Wendy L June 07, 2013
A dolphin weighing 600-pounds is rescued from a sandbar near Jones Beach and is recovering. Two weeks earlier, another dolphin was rescued from the Hudson River, but died.
By Joe Randazzo May 29, 2013
An emu escaped from its Lindenhurst home and was killed during Suffolk County Police's attempt to rescue the 250 pound bird.
By Michael Patrick May 22, 2013
Encountering Nature – and Death -- At The Old Inlet Breach.
By Lyndsay McCabe May 13, 2013
Since noise guns and dogs have not worked to rid North Hempstead of Canada geese, the town is moving to have the local geese population euthanized and the birds' meat sent to local pantries.
By Wendy L May 02, 2013
Whether you're looking to find that perfect Mother's Day gift or outdoor fun the entire family can enjoy this weekend, we have it here with festival, fairs and more!
By Debbi Spiegel April 27, 2013
Spring is a great time to visit with animals and nature.
By Wendy L April 10, 2013
Many of the animals rescued last week from a Medford home are in need of a loving and caring family. Find out how you can adopt one or help them in other ways.
By Wendy L April 05, 2013
A Long Island cat somehow made its way from Long Island to Times Square. Now, two years later, the cat is reunited with its owner thanks to the help of a NYC zombie.
By Wendy L April 03, 2013
Neighbors would hear dogs barking and birds as well as see cats at the window of a Medford home, but never expected the extent of its condition. Over 150 animals were discovered and rescued from ...
By Save the Great South Bay March 29, 2013
A seal was seen swimming in Carmans River, a rarity. Marine biologists believe it had swum there looking for fish to eat.
By Wendy L March 19, 2013
The Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center welcomed four river otter pups. Help it name the new additions by placing your vote for the favorite names among a list of 10.
By Wendy L March 04, 2013
Animal cruelty can come in many forms. A dog in Coram nearly faced death from starvation for at least three weeks.