Adopted dog returned 8 years later before finding new forever family
The Pennsylvania SPCA says Max was adopted as a puppy 8 years ago, but “unforeseen circumstances" brought him back to the shelter last week.
Cat owner warns other pet owners about dangers of coyotes; cat attacked, killed
Prowling coyotes in the Greater Pines neighborhood in Clermont are scaring residents and pet owners.
Brevard sheriff expands alleged puppy mill investigation across state lines
One dog rescued from an alleged puppy mill in Brevard County died on Friday as the Brevard Sheriff expands investigation across state lines.
Woman accused of running puppy mill expected to be released from jail
Elisabeth Cleveland, arrested on Wednesday, is expected to be released from jail after deputies found dozens of dogs on three properties across the county, allegedly connected to a puppy mill operation.
Florida deputies rescue 15 'disoriented' sea turtles from sewage drain
Fifteen baby sea turtles in distress were rescued after falling into a sewage drain this week in Southwest Florida.
Woman charged with 38 counts of animal cruelty in alleged puppy mill
A woman faces 38 counts of animal cruelty after authorities said they discovered an alleged puppy mill in Merritt Island. Many of the dogs found were severely ill, according to deputies.
Driver throws fireworks at a dog in Santa Ana
A man threw fireworks at a dog in Santa Ana before taking off from the scene in a gold-looking sedan.
4 shark bites in 6 days bolster Volusia County's status as 'shark bite capital of the world'
Four shark bites have been reported in Volusia County over the past week. Here's what you need to know about shark attacks in the area and other safety tips for swimmers.
Momma bear, cub have surprise play-date in Sanford backyard: 'Only 20 feet away'
A momma bear and its cub were spotted in a Sanford backyard on Monday.
Family reunited with missing puppy scared off by fireworks
A Bay Area family has been reunited with their lost puppy after it was scared away by fireworks on the Fourth of July.
Hot, distressed Florida dog left alone in car in 90-degree heat
A Florida pup was rescued after being left in a hot car in 90-degree weather.
Emotional support Pomeranian named 'BoJack' loses eye after pit bull attack at Kissimmee apartment complex
An emotional support dog named BoJack needs surgery after his owners say he was attacked by a pit bull at their Osceola County apartment complex.
Horse 'in distress' rescued from Seminole County pond: firefighters
After a horse fell into a pond, firefighters in Seminole County responded and helped rescue the 26-year-old fella.
Alachua County Animal Resources pausing cat intake due to highly contagious disease outbreak
Alachua County Animal Resources is pausing all cat intakes for the next week due to a disease outbreak at the facility, the county announced Tuesday.
Florida first responders rescue endangered sea turtle
It took a village to rescue an endangered loggerhead sea turtle that got herself in a sticky situation.
Black bear spotted roaming Lakeland neighborhood, FWC monitoring
Homeowners in a Lakeland neighborhood awoke to an unexpected visitor in their yards – a black bear.
'Crooked' fish with bent spine discovered in Florida springs: 'Interesting shape'
Florida biologists captured a longnose gar that has a bend in its spine.
Florida shark bite victim recounts attack at New Smyrna Beach: ‘I couldn't believe my eyes'
A man bitten by a shark at New Smyrna Beach on the Fourth of July is now recovering.
This is how much it costs to have a pet in 2024
Many Americans have a pet who they consider to be part of the family. But dog and cat owners don’t always anticipate how much the related expenses can be.
South Padre Island shark attacks injure 4, officials say
Four people were injured in shark attacks on South Padre Island on the Fourth of July.