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Pigs wander onto interstate after truck rolls over

A busy Minnesota interstate is closed through the early afternoon after a semi rollover sent pigs wandering onto the roadway Friday.

Stray dog injured, escapes into Umstead Park for one month in the cold

Fiona, known as the Princess of Umstead, was rescued after spending a month in the park. Now, her rescuers are hoping she and other abandoned dogs can find their "furever" homes.

Cows known to go for strolls through Fayetteville neighborhood

A herd of cows have been seen roaming through the James Creek community off Hoke Loop in Fayetteville.

Dog abandoned in China finds loving home in the Triangle

A small dog abandoned and injured on the streets of Beijing, China has now found a loving home here in the Triangle. It took years to make it happen.

Adam Owens, WRAL anchor/reporter

Dog abandoned in China finds loving home in the Triangle

Minks on the loose after release from farm

The Van Wert County, Ohio Sheriff's Office says they are looking for tips after thousands of minks were recently released from an area farm.

Cows on the moooove: Wayward animals found wandering around Louisville park

Some wayward cows were found in a popular Louisville, Kentucky, park on Friday morning.

'A sight to see': Neighbors spot wallaby hopping around western NC community

A Gastonia man saw a wallaby hopping around his neighborhood Monday, giving the animal brief stint of fame on social media.

Wake County Animal Center full, asking for help getting animals adopted to avoid euthanasia

The Wake County Animal Center is full and is asking residents for help. A spokesperson for the shelter said there is no more room for dogs, and euthanasia might be necessary in order to make space.

Sydney Franklin, WRAL multiplatform producer

Wake County Animal Center full, asking for help getting animals adopted to avoid euthanasia

Birds, bunnies, deer, raccoons, snakes: What to do if you see an animal in the wild

Seeing an animal in distress can make anyone feel helpless, but a North Carolina wildlife expert explains when you should, or shouldn't, intervene.

Jessica Patrick, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Birds, bunnies, deer, raccoons, snakes: What to do if you see an animal in the wild

Covid-driven staff shortages force Cumberland County animal shelter to close

The Cumberland County Animal Services department will still offer emergency services, such as responding to calls about animal bites, rabies exposure or loose, aggressive dogs, director Elaine Smith said, but adoptions and surrenders are on hold.

Raleigh animal control finds stray pig near Sunnybrook Road

Raleigh animal control found a stray pig on Thanskgiving Day on Cooper Road in Raleigh.

Loose wolf-German shepherd hybrid hit, killed by vehicle in Orange County

What could be the last wolf-German shepherd hybrid on the loose in Orange County was hit and killed by a vehicle on Monday, authorities said.

Zebras on the loose after escaping from farm, Congresswoman denies responsibility

Six zebras are on the run in Maryland, and DC Congresswoman Eleanor Norton (D-DC) has denied responsibility for setting them loose.

Wild boar temporarily closes highway in Japan

The incident caused a temporary suspension of part of the expressway.

Wolf-German shepherd hybrids still loose; Orange County trying 'new baiting techniques'

An agency official told WRAL on Friday that workers are trying "new baiting techniques" and continuing to monitor traps and investigate reported sightings.

Emily Walkenhorst, WRAL reporter

Wolf-German shepherd hybrids still loose; Orange County trying 'new baiting techniques'

The 'rattiest' cities in America

Here are the cities in the US with the most rats. If you are afraid of rats ... these are the places you might want to avoid.

Pregnant homeless dog gets maternity shoot from animal rescue group

A pregnant, homeless Chihuahua who has suffered a lot during her short life was recently rescued by Lending Paws a Hand. They teamed up with Puppy Prints Photography to give her a pregnancy photo shoot with her newborn puppies -- to celebrate her as a survivor and as a mother, as well as highlight the struggles of homeless pets.

Heather Leah, WRAL digital journalist