Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas as confirmed cases reach 31
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 31, prompting Texas authorities to maintain strict emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's ongoing expansion in West Texas.
Veterinarians urge pet owners to protect animals from extreme summer heat
Veterinarians are urging pet owners to take extra precautions as high summer temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illness in dogs and cats.
Veterinarians are urging pet owners to take extra precautions as high summer temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illness in dogs and cats.
3 arrested after investigation uncovers neglect, abandonment of 74 dogs
A multi-agency investigation into abandoned and neglected dogs in Flagler and St. Johns counties has led to the arrests of three people and the rescue of 74 dogs, authorities said.
A multi-agency investigation into abandoned and neglected dogs in Flagler and St. Johns counties has led to the arrests of three people and the rescue of 74 dogs, authorities said.
Watch: Bear found sitting in front seat of man's truck
A Colorado man got an unexpected surprise when he opened the door to his truck.
A Colorado man got an unexpected surprise when he opened the door to his truck.
Flesh-eating screwworm outbreak escalates in West Texas; strict transport ban issued
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 27, prompting Texas authorities to issue a fresh round of emergency quarantine orders to combat the flesh-eating parasite's expansion in West Texas.
Dog rescued after overheating during hike in Citrus County
A large dog was rushed to emergency medical care last week after collapsing from heat stress during a forest hike in Citrus County.
A large dog was rushed to emergency medical care last week after collapsing from heat stress during a forest hike in Citrus County.
Texas agricultural officials issue emergency quarantines across 21 counties for screwworm parasite
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Federal and state agricultural officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has reached 26, as Texas authorities issue a wave of emergency quarantine orders to contain the flesh-eating parasite's expansion into Deep South Texas.
Woman escapes grizzly bear after terrifying encounter while walking her dog
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
Florida family reunites with missing dog found months later in New York
An Ocala family is preparing for an emotional reunion after their missing dog was found more than 1,000 miles away in New York.
An Ocala family is preparing for an emotional reunion after their missing dog was found more than 1,000 miles away in New York.
Central Florida Zoo welcomes 2 female giraffes
Two female giraffes have joined Gage at the Central Florida Zoo.
Two female giraffes have joined Gage at the Central Florida Zoo.
Giraffe loose in Texas: $5K reward offered for information leading to capture, safe return
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
A giraffe is on the lam after escaping a Texas ranch.
Video: Coyote pup originally mistaken for a dog rescued from Florida canal
A coyote in Southwest Florida is back on dry land after being rescued from a canal on Monday morning.
A coyote in Southwest Florida is back on dry land after being rescued from a canal on Monday morning.
Overturned 18-wheeler releases at least 24 million honeybees, forcing Texas neighborhood lockdown
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
A Texas neighborhood was placed on lockdown after an 18-wheeler carrying up to 24 million honeybees overturned, unleashing massive swarms across the area, authorities said.
New World screwworm in Texas: New cases detected
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
The first case of New World screwworm in the United States was reported on June 3, 2026. Since then, the country has recorded 16 total cases across two states, all found in domestic animals rather than wildlife.
Brevard County man accused of starving dog to death, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators said a dog in his care was found severely neglected and had to be euthanized.
Sea turtle nesting season off to record start in Volusia County
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Sea turtle nesting season is off to a record start in Volusia County, with more than 700 nests counted so far and about five months still remaining in the season.
Boyfriend of dog-mauling victim charged after 3 dogs found dead inside Brevard County trailer
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
The boyfriend of a Brevard County woman who was fatally mauled by dogs last month has been arrested on animal cruelty charges after investigators found three dogs dead inside a travel trailer.
Rabid stray cat attacks 5 people, 1 puppy in Lakeland: PCAC
A rabid stray cat terrorized a north Lakeland neighborhood, biting five people and attacking a puppy before dying under a home, according to reports from Polk County Animal Control.
A rabid stray cat terrorized a north Lakeland neighborhood, biting five people and attacking a puppy before dying under a home, according to reports from Polk County Animal Control.
Ridglan Farms beagles: Big Dog Ranch Rescue secures release of remaining dogs
Ridglan Farms is closing permanently, and the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking new steps to replace animal testing with alternative technology.
Ridglan Farms is closing permanently, and the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services is taking new steps to replace animal testing with alternative technology.