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.
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.
Eight baby opossums are receiving specialized care after a Pinellas County deputy rescued them from their deceased mother’s pouch on Wednesday.
Florida House advances bill to create statewide 'dangerous dog' registry
A measure aimed at cracking down on dangerous dogs in Florida is advancing in the state legislature.
A measure aimed at cracking down on dangerous dogs in Florida is advancing in the state legislature.
Florida woman arrested after dead animal found in airport bathroom, officials say
A woman was arrested after a dead animal was found in a bathroom at the Orlando International Airport (OIA), officials say.
A woman was arrested after a dead animal was found in a bathroom at the Orlando International Airport (OIA), officials say.
Florida welcomes three new baby panthers, officials say
Florida is welcoming a new litter containing three absolutely adorable panther kittens.
Florida is welcoming a new litter containing three absolutely adorable panther kittens.
Here's how much it costs to own a pet in 2025
A new report from Rover highlights the rising costs of pet ownership.
A new report from Rover highlights the rising costs of pet ownership.
Spider monkey loses arm after getting stuck in mesh fencing at Florida zoo
A 10-month-old spider monkey lost one of his arms after what officials at the Brevard Zoo called a “chance accident."
A 10-month-old spider monkey lost one of his arms after what officials at the Brevard Zoo called a “chance accident."
Inside Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s offer to hold a pair of baby kangaroos
Staff at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium hope to give visitors a hoppin’ good time, thanks to a pair of visiting kangaroos.
Staff at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium hope to give visitors a hoppin’ good time, thanks to a pair of visiting kangaroos.
FWC considers Florida's first bear hunt since 2015. Here's how you can weigh in
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking for public input on a potential black bear hunt.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is asking for public input on a potential black bear hunt.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brevard County deputies and Florida Highway Patrol troopers worked together Monday to secure an unexpected runaway on Interstate 95 – a donkey named Clyde.