President Obama has announced his intent to nominate Bert Castro, president and CEO of the Arizona Zoological Society/Phoenix Zoo, as a member of the National Museum and Library Services Board.

President Obama has announced his intent to nominate Bert Castro, president and CEO of the Arizona Zoological Society/Phoenix Zoo, as a member of the National Museum and Library Services Board.

Learn dog training secrets from a master in this informative live event starring television host, author and celebrity Cesar Milan.

Children ages 3-6 and their caretakers are invited to join Miss Lynn for a 1-mile hike along the Merkle Trail, where they will learn to do a coyote howl and crawl like a bobcat. The trail is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Hats, water and closed-toe shoes are recommended.

PHOENIX — President Barack Obama has named the president and chief executive of the Phoenix Zoo to the National Museum and Library Services Board.

Parents, do you need something fun — and inexpensive — to do with your children during spring break next month?

Nearly 100 dogs and five exotic birds have been rescued in what Pinal County Animal Care and Control officials are calling an extreme case of animal hoarding. One dog had severely infected bite wounds and had to be euthanized.

Pippa is a sweet, 4-year-old, border terrier. She may be a bit shy when she meets new people, but with a little time, she opens up and shows her peppy, cuddly personality.

With decades of history and countless memories made, Camp Zoo at the Phoenix Zoo is back again as the hottest camp in town.

With decades of history and countless memories made, Camp Zoo at the Phoenix Zoo is back again as the hottest camp in town.

Amadeus, a 3-year-old Border Terrier, is one of those dogs that if his striking color, scruffy hairdo, or very cute under bite doesn’t capture your heart, his wonderful demeanor will.

Whether you race like a hare or mosey like a tortoise, there’s a spot for you in Phoenix Zoo’s fifth annual Walk in the Wild, slated for Saturday, Feb. 16.

Adorable Millie was quite a different looking gal when she was first rescued – needing loads of love, attention, and tender care to transform into the beautiful 8-year-old Cocker Spaniel she is today.

Attention pet lovers: How would you like to help homeless cats, dogs, puppies and kittens find a family and permanent home? The Arizona Animal Welfare League is seeking volunteers with retail and customer service skills to help out at its adoption site in Chandler Fashion Center.

Petco stores around the nation, including those throughout the East Valley, are hosting the 2nd Annual Adoption Reunion the weekend of Oct. 6-7 to help find loving homes for sheltered animals.

Do your shopping at Superstition Farm’s weekly farmers’ market, where you can purchase fresh veggies & fruits, grass-fed beef, chicken, fresh-baked breads, eggs, pasta, barbeque sauce, mustards, catsup, salsa, desserts, and of course, SuperFarm ice cream, farmers cheese, aioli, milk, and butter.

The Phoenix Zoo says North America’s oldest Bornean orangutan has died after a battle with lymphatic cancer.

Out for a new pet? Take advantage of Maricopa County Animal Care and Control’s “March Madness.”

Two pygmy goats were just 2 days old when they were taken from the open-air barn near the back of the 300-acre Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek. The goats, part of a set of triplets, disappeared sometime between 6 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. Tuesday, according to Carrie Schnepf, who owns the farm with her husband, Mark.