Nevada deputies seize 7 'emotional support' tigers from home

Authorities in Nevada seized seven "emotional support" tigers from a home last week. The owner claimed he got some of the tigers from Joe Exotic.

Tampa dog owner pries open gator’s jaws to save pet from attack

A Floridian's worst nightmare: a battle between a dog and a gator, but it was no match for the dog's owner, who made sure her beloved pet was coming home and pulled her dog "Kona" from the alligator's grip.

SeaWorld Orlando fined after trainer hurt by killer whale: OSHA

A trainer at SeaWorld Orlando was hurt by one of its killer whales during a training exercise in 2024, according to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor, resulting in a $16,000 fine by OSHA.

These are the top puppy names by state

In honor of National Puppy Day on March 23, a new study reveals the top puppy names by state.

Florida woman allegedly drowned dog in airport bathroom after pet denied boarding, police say

A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.

Pinellas County deputy rescues 8 orphaned baby opossums

Eight baby opossums are receiving specialized care after a Pinellas County deputy rescued them from their deceased mother’s pouch on Wednesday. 

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.