Watch: Geriatric penguins get new ‘retirement island’ at New England Aquarium
Some of the penguins at the aquarium are in their 30s, which is double the normal life expectancy of African penguins in the wild.
Proposed Florida bill aims to create statewide animal abuse database
Currently, there's no way for those selling animals to keep track of animal abusers across the state, but a new state bill aims to change that.
SPCA Florida given $15,000 to help senior dogs and families in need
SPCA Florida in Lakeland has been awarded a $15,000 grant to assist families struggling to afford veterinary care for their senior dogs.
3 young puppies found baking in Florida sun in cardboard box: HSTB
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay announced Tuesday they found three young puppies baking in the Florida heat.
Axolotls make their debut at Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Two new underwater creatures have just arrived at Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
‘Trooper’s Law’: Dog abandoned on I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations inspires Florida bill
A dog that was rescued in Tampa during Hurricane Milton evacuations is inspiring a new bill.
Missing dog tangled in tree along Withlacoochee River rescued, reunited with owner
A dog missing for about a week has been reunited with its owner after being trapped by its collar and leash along the Withlacoochee River.
'Unexpected hedgie family:' Litter of hedgehog babies born at Humane Society of Tampa Bay
A litter of eight baby hedgehogs will soon be available for adoption at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay after a surprise pregnancy.
Newsome High students get taste of farming, egg shortage in growing agriculture program
Students at one high school in Hillsborough County are getting a taste of the farming industry and helping solve the egg shortage.
Florida woman sentenced to 7 years for animal cruelty at fake pet rescue
A woman convicted of hoarding and neglecting rescue animals, leading to their starvation and death, has been sentenced to seven years in prison, officials said.
Deputies corral runaway donkey on I-95 in Brevard County
Brevard County deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers worked together Monday to secure an unexpected runaway on Interstate 95 – a donkey named Clyde.
Florida couple reunited with dog after 17-day search
Every devoted dog owner's nightmare of their furry friend running away became a reality earlier this month for a South Florida couple.
Retired Citrus County K9 passes away from cancer: 'Surrounded by love'
The Citrus County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its beloved retired K9's.
Colorado puppy thieves fake seizure to steal dogs from pet store: police
The theft was captured on video at Perfect Pets in Centennial on Sunday afternoon.
Watch: Firefighters save goat stranded on 5th-floor ledge in Spain
Firefighters in Madrid rescued a goat stranded on a fifth-floor window ledge using carrots and lettuce to lure it to safety.
Trial continues for man accused of decapitating dog, dumping body at Fort De Soto
The trial for a man accused of killing and dumping a rescue dog continued on Wednesday in Pinellas County.
Humane Society of Sarasota County launches 'TAILS' program to make Florida 'no-kill' state
For every 10 dogs that enter a shelter, only four will find forever homes. The others will bounce from shelter to shelter, and some will sadly be put down.
Rest in peace Hurricane: Most decorated K9 in US history dies
Hurricane is a very good boy.
Florida boy, 14, arrested for shooting at roosters with BB gun in New Smyrna Beach, police say
A 14-year-old boy in Florida has been arrested, accused of shooting BBs at roosters in New Smyrna Beach, police said. It is the second child to be found with a gun in 24 hours and arrested.
Man accused of decapitating newly adopted dog, dumping body heads to trial in Pinellas County
The trial for a man accused of brutally killing and dumping a rescue dog began on Tuesday in Pinellas County.