Chincoteague Pony Swim kicks off for 100th year
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
The 100th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim is underway in Virginia as crowds gather to watch wild ponies make the short island journey.
Extreme heat impacting dogs at Hillsborough animal shelter, officials put out plea for help
The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is putting out a plea for people to temporarily take dogs to places with air conditioning, as intense heat is starting to affect the animals at the shelter.
The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center is putting out a plea for people to temporarily take dogs to places with air conditioning, as intense heat is starting to affect the animals at the shelter.
Alligator finds home in restaurant retention pond, evades trappers
Mr. Pickles the alligator has made himself at home in Five Bucks Drinkery’s retention pond in Seminole.
Mr. Pickles the alligator has made himself at home in Five Bucks Drinkery’s retention pond in Seminole.
More than 200 cats rescued from Manatee County home
What Manatee County officials say started as an act of kindness turned into an animal hoarding situation, resulting in more than 200 cats in need of a home.
What Manatee County officials say started as an act of kindness turned into an animal hoarding situation, resulting in more than 200 cats in need of a home.
Florida man arrested for allegedly throwing cat against brick wall: Bradenton police
A man has been arrested for animal cruelty after his girlfriend said that he threw her cat against a brick wall, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A man has been arrested for animal cruelty after his girlfriend said that he threw her cat against a brick wall, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Watch: Adorable 93-year-old wins hearts with daily walks for his senior cat
A 93-year-old New Zealand grandfather went viral on TikTok after his granddaughter shared a video of him walking his 15-year-old cat in a cart.
A 93-year-old New Zealand grandfather went viral on TikTok after his granddaughter shared a video of him walking his 15-year-old cat in a cart.
Dog found abandoned in cage on side of I-275
The Florida Highway Patrol says a dog was found abandoned and caged on the shoulder of Interstate 275 early Wednesday, and troopers are searching for his owner.
The Florida Highway Patrol says a dog was found abandoned and caged on the shoulder of Interstate 275 early Wednesday, and troopers are searching for his owner.
4-year-old attacked by mountain lion at WA's Olympic National Park
The attack occurred on a popular trail near Hurricane Ridge, according to park officials.
The attack occurred on a popular trail near Hurricane Ridge, according to park officials.
Lakeland mother, son face animal cruelty charges after 8 malnourished dogs found inside home: LPD
A mother and son are facing animal cruelty charges after nearly a dozen of their dogs were found malnourished to the point one could no longer walk, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
A mother and son are facing animal cruelty charges after nearly a dozen of their dogs were found malnourished to the point one could no longer walk, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Clearwater pet store's dealer permit gets yanked after sick puppies found in unsanitary conditions: PCAS
Blue Sky Puppies in Clearwater had its pet dealer permit pulled by Pinellas County Animal Services Monday after officers with PCAS found "an overwhelming number of violations" at the store, according to county officials.
Blue Sky Puppies in Clearwater had its pet dealer permit pulled by Pinellas County Animal Services Monday after officers with PCAS found "an overwhelming number of violations" at the store, according to county officials.
Florida deputies help rescue coyote stuck in car bumper
A coyote is recovering after getting hit by a car and getting stuck in the bumper, leading to its rescue with the help of some deputies and the Wildlife Rescue of Southwest Florida in Port Charlotte.
A coyote is recovering after getting hit by a car and getting stuck in the bumper, leading to its rescue with the help of some deputies and the Wildlife Rescue of Southwest Florida in Port Charlotte.
Dog offers 'Thorapy,' inspires young readers
Thor is 190 pounds of pure joy. The two-and-a-half-year-old St. Bernard is a member of the Hearts of Gold Therapy Team.
Thor is 190 pounds of pure joy. The two-and-a-half-year-old St. Bernard is a member of the Hearts of Gold Therapy Team.
2 dogs rescued from abusive owner heading to new home together: PCSO
Two dogs now have a new home two months after their owner was arrested for animal cruelty and abuse, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Two dogs now have a new home two months after their owner was arrested for animal cruelty and abuse, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Veterinarians are warning against invasive, toxic cane toads this rainy season
Veterinarians are sounding the alarm for pet owners to watch out for toxic cane toads as the rainy season continues.
Veterinarians are sounding the alarm for pet owners to watch out for toxic cane toads as the rainy season continues.
Off-duty Hernando deputy saves 5-year-old after family dogs attack him in Weeki Wachee
An off-duty reserve deputy helped save a five-year-old boy after a dog attack in Weeki Wachee.
An off-duty reserve deputy helped save a five-year-old boy after a dog attack in Weeki Wachee.
Weeki Wachee boy attacked by family’s three great danes: ‘Horrific situation’
A 5-year-old boy is recovering after he was attacked nearly a week ago by his family's three dogs in Weeki Wachee, according to deputies.
A 5-year-old boy is recovering after he was attacked nearly a week ago by his family's three dogs in Weeki Wachee, according to deputies.
Puppy exposed to fentanyl revived with Narcan: LFD
We often hear that cats have nine lives, but a puppy in Washington is getting a second chance after firefighters say it was exposed to fentanyl.
We often hear that cats have nine lives, but a puppy in Washington is getting a second chance after firefighters say it was exposed to fentanyl.
Video: Dozens of dogs rescued from 'hoarding situation,' Highlands County officials asking for help
The Humane Society of Highlands County is putting out a call for help after more than 30 dogs were rescued from what the agency called a "hoarding situation."
The Humane Society of Highlands County is putting out a call for help after more than 30 dogs were rescued from what the agency called a "hoarding situation."
Video: Florida deputies rescue mother duck and ducklings after fluffy family tried to cross I-75
A daring duck rescue in Manatee County was captured on camera Saturday.
A daring duck rescue in Manatee County was captured on camera Saturday.
Daytona Beach puppy left in trash compactor: $2,500 reward offered for tip leading to arrest
A $2,500 reward is now being offered for the conviction of the person(s) allegedly responsible for leaving a puppy in a Daytona Beach trash compactor last week.
A $2,500 reward is now being offered for the conviction of the person(s) allegedly responsible for leaving a puppy in a Daytona Beach trash compactor last week.