For about 800 years, since the first Nativity scene was arranged in medieval Italy, animals have figured in our mental picture of the night when Jesus was born. Though purists note that Luke’s gospel ...

In some cultures, it is believed that on Christmas Eve, when the clock strikes midnight, the animals start talking. And while we don’t know whether or not that is true—I personally have never caught ...

From opening gifts to playing with Santa, these animals are in the holiday spirit. A furry koala, octopus, kangaroos and elephants complete this adorable collection Alex Apatoff is the Managing Editor ...

WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — The animals like Daniel the lion at Claws N' Paws Wild Animal Park don't get gifts under the Christmas tree. They get the whole tree donated by people un-decking the halls. "The ...

Caitlin O'Kane is a New York City journalist who works on the CBS News social media team as a senior manager of content and production. She writes about a variety of topics and produces "The Uplift," ...

WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — The holiday season may be winding down, but for the animals at Claws 'N' Paws Wild Animal Park near Lake Ariel, it's the most wonderful time of the year. The zoo is once again ...