The push to adopt, not shop, at least for the next two weeks, is in full swing as San Antonio Pets Alive! (SAPA!) begins its campaign to offset its overcrowded shelters.

Veterinarian Leah Shannon of Alamo Ranch Animal Hospital has a friendly reminder for families regarding the dangers of feeding pets food from the Thanksgiving buffet.

A $25,000 grant will help get more animals in San Antonio spayed and neutered.

Are you curious if your feline companion ranks among the most popular cat breeds?

In honor of National Cat Day, it’s the purr-fect time to show off your fellow feline friend.

With Halloween one week away, The Humane Society of the United States wants to make sure your pets are safe this spooky season.

We hope your furry friend is a fan of Halloween because Halloween is getting near.

San Antonio may be experiencing some relief now from the dog days of summer, but in the Thompson neighborhood, problems with dogs — themselves — persist.

San Antonio Animal Care Services is wrapping up National Dog Week with a special adoption event, Big Mutts, Big Hearts.

The San Antonio Food Bank is stepping up for Pet Hunger Awareness Day by providing free food for cats and dogs. Volunteers will be assisting 500 families through a drive-thru distribution, offering essential care for their furry friends. Two distributions are scheduled today, from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.

The team behind Spike K-9 Fund travel all around the country, teaching K-9's and their officers how to deal with several different kinds of emergencies. This week, they're in San Antonio, training 12 handlers and 6 SWAT team members for free.

A 3-year-old Siberian Husky that survived gunshot injuries is now available for adoption, the San Antonio Humane Society said.

Pet care expenses can pile up, especially if you have multiple pets. However, there are steps you can take to ease the financial burden and keep your pets healthy.

San Antonio Animal Care Services is looking for temporary pet parents and is offering classes on how to become one.

Be your furry friend’s “pupparazo” for International Dog Day on Monday, Aug. 26.

With International Dog Day coming up on Monday, Aug. 26, have you ever wondered if your furry friend belongs to the most popular national dog breeds?

The San Antonio International Airport will have a petting zoo of farm animals to conclude the “Summer of Fun” events, SAT press release stated.

Two separate dog owners are grieving after their pets were seemingly shot and killed at random over the weekend.

San Antonio police are searching for someone who shot and killed two dogs in different incidents over the weekend.

Got a new puppy at home and need help training? Animal Care Services is offering a free Puppy 101 course for new pet parents this Sunday.

Welcome to the weekend! I hope you’ve recovered from Fourth of July festivities but if you’re still craving some summer action, San Antonio will host several events this weekend.

San Antonio-area shelters are participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters” initiative in July.

Biologists are testing algae from Lake Travis following the death of a dog on the Fourth of July.

River City Cluster of Dog Shows will host the three-day all-breed event with several specialty shows and an American Kennel Club National owner-handled series.

A local marine veteran isn't letting his paralysis stop him from following his dreams and saving a dog.

Red, White, & Rescued adoption special from San Antonio Pets Alive! this weekend.

Michael Shannon will act as interim director while city leaders search for a permanent replacement for Shannon Sims, who stepped down in May.

The city said that as of Friday night, the process of finding a new director for San Antonio Animal Care Services is still ongoing.

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

After a spate of dog attacks and the constant issues with loose dogs, San Antonio appears ready to crack down.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning bearded dragon owners about a salmonella outbreak in the U.S. that has sickened 15 people, including one in Texas.

The Animal Defense League of Texas will have free pet adoptions this weekend for Father’s Day.

In a statement to KSAT on Friday afternoon, a District 3 spokesperson said an Animal Care Services (ACS) field team had located the pack of stray dogs and set traps.

In heat like we are experiencing, dog's paws can burn very quickly on hot asphalt.

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

Marina Alderete Gavito held a press conference on her push for new policies for dangerous, aggressive and loose dogs.

The DoSeum is opening its newest hands-on exhibition, “Dogs!: A Science Tail,” this June.

San Antonio Parks and Recreation is hosting a “Paw-lates” Fitness and Adoption Event on Monday afternoon for people who want to get a great workout with furry friends.

San Antonio Pets Alive! is urging the community to help with foster homes as kitten season peaks to avoid euthanizing animals.

The owners of a North San Antonio pet shop claim the city was unjustified in flooding the property earlier this year with investigators from various city agencies while executing an administrative search warrant.

We want to see photos of your pets dressed up for Fiesta!

Our pets are members of the family, and their medical bills can add up. A Consumer Reports survey found a lot of people aren't happy with pet insurance coverage. So what are some other ways to save?

The cutest Fiesta event around — the Fiesta Pooch Parade — will celebrate 25 years in 2024.

Animal Care Services will host a Fiesta-themed pet adoption party on Saturday.

Looking for a new pet? San Antonio Pets Alive! is hosting a Fiesta-themed adoption special this weekend.

We want to see photos of your pets! Share your pics on KSAT Connect.

Before Texans and out-of-state visitors travel to their viewing spots for Monday’s solar eclipse, Dr. Amber Fritz is urging pet owners to take precautions.

The Animal Defense League will have free adoptions this weekend for the Fiesta FURR-Ever special.

San Antonio Pets Alive will have reduced adoption fees for dogs and puppies on Saturday.

San Antonio Animal Care Services reminds residents to be mindful of their pets during Easter celebrations.

Baby rabbits, chicks and ducklings may be in demand this time of year, but the City of San Antonio is reminding people that it is illegal to buy, sell or dye them due to the “Easter Animal” law.

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

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

Skunk spray unfortunately can be a common price of dog ownership.

Pictures, memories and hope keep Jessica Gearhart and Tori Ferrante going after armed strangers stole their dog. More than a week later, they’re still looking for justice and offering a reward for their dog, Hugo.

Here is a breakdown of what breeds are most vulnerable and what prevention steps to take.

The Fest of Tails, a family-friendly kite festival and dog fair, has been postponed due to inclement weather, the San Antonio Parks Foundation said Thursday.

Connie the Container Dog has a new “leash” on life after she was rescued from a shipping container at a Houston port.

Sometimes you just need a good happy cry to get you threw your day, and this video of long lost brother dogs reuniting after 10 years will do just the trick.

Birds come in many shapes, sizes and colors, so let’s brighten up the day by dotting this page with as many photos as possible!

The zoo announced Sunday will be “Dog Day at Zoo Lights” when visitors can pay to walk their dogs through the zoo from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Animal Care Services is offering free photos with Santa and discounted adoptions during a holiday fair this Saturday.

This can be a solution when it takes a long time to see a veterinarian due to backed up appointments.

National non-profit organization Petco Love is teaming up with shelters and adoption centers all over San Antonio to find loving homes for animals.

San Antonio Pets Alive (SAPA) is partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation for $25 animal adoptions.

Animal Care Services has created a searchable registry of dogs in San Antonio that have been deemed dangerous.

San Antonio Animal Care Services is launching an adoption campaign in December where dogs and cats can be adopted at a discounted rate.

The City of San Antonio Animal Care Services is offering its top tips to pet owners for a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

We want to hear what your favorite pet names are! Provide us any names and pictures of your favorite pet.

Chagas disease infects more than 4 million dogs in the U.S. with almost 650,000 in Texas alone. But many people have never heard of it.

The Animal Defense League of Texas and Animal Care Services have scheduled free pet vaccination and microchip events over the next several months.

Kids aren’t the only ones enjoying the extra treats this time of the year.

Veterinarians discuss the importance of keeping your pets safe this Halloween season.

The Animal Defense League is hosting its “Fall In Love” adoption special through October.

A new partnership between the Bulverde Area Humane Society and Stone Oak’s For the Love of Dogs dog grooming salon is making it a mission to help animals waiting to be adopted while assisting new adopter’s wallets.

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.

The Everyday Adventure Guide was created by JoJo Fletcher, Jordan Rogers and Purina.

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.