Derrick bagged the record for the world's tallest donkey - recorded at 5ft 5in (1.6m), while his pal, Bambou, took top spot in the longest ears on a living donkey category - 1ft 1in (33cm).

From run-ins with wild animals to endearing pet moments, here's a look back at some of Southern California's biggest animal stories of 2024.

Winner, Creative category; a composite of two shots: one of a cat and one of a tiger from the zoo. The winning animal photos of the 2025 International Pet Photography Awards are a heartwarming, ...

Animal lovers can get up close and personal with capybaras during a special event at an Osceola County animal rescue. Amazing Animals, a nonprofit animal rescue in St. Cloud, is spotlighting some of ...

More than 1,500 animal sanctuaries operate throughout the U.S., each providing its inhabitants with unique, individualized care and a forever home. Most animals that enter sanctuaries have experienced ...

The continent of Africa is home to a variety of different habitats – from grasslands and deserts to jungles and forests. Because of this level of biodiversity, Africa is populated by many unique ...

Spiders are amazing animals who far too often get a bad rap because of hysterical and misleading public media. I’m continually intrigued by watching them negotiate my home and land around where I live ...

Best friends come in all shapes, sizes, and species, from America to Australia, and from Britain to Zimbabwe. This six-part series looks at the cutest, funniest, and least expected animal ...

Some people find more comfort in a wagging tail than small talk at a dinner party, and science says that’s not strange at all. People who gravitate toward animals often see the world through a ...

Being a pet parent is a big task. You’re in charge of feeding, caring for and spoiling your furry friend, as well as making sure they’re happy, healthy and loved every day. But pet parenthood isn’t as ...