More than 24 hours pass since black bear sighting in Hillsborough County neighborhoods
It’s been more than 24 hours since the black bear seen roaming through Hillsborough County neighborhoods has been spotted. It was first noticed by deputies in the Town 'N’ Country area around 4 a.m. on Saturday and was most recently spotted about five miles away in Carrollwood.
BARK Air completes its first cross-country dog flight with tickets costing $6,000 for pet and owner
BARK, the company that makes BarkBoxes, completed its first-ever BARK Air "white paw experience" flight from Westchester County Airport outside of New York City to Los Angeles’ Van Nuys airport.
Bear spotted roaming through Hillsborough County neighborhood
A bear has been spotted roaming through Hillsborough County's Town ‘n’ Country community.
‘Dumped pet lions’ rescued, start new life in Africa
Six young lions were rescued from the illegal wildlife trade in Kuwait.
Walmart adds pet telehealth perk to membership program
Walmart is partnering with Pawp, a provider of 24/7 virtual veterinary care, to offer exclusive services for Walmart+ members.
This Florida city is grappling with a rooster mystery
The New Smyrna Beach Police Department is concerned about a possible illegal rooster dumping on Flagler Avenue.
Ultra-rare fish, almost never seen by humans, washes up on Oregon coast for first time
A unique deep-sea angler fish washed up on an Oregon beach for the first time in recorded history, according to a local aquarium.
Angie Harmon sues Instacart driver who allegedly shot and killed her dog
Angie Harmon sued the Instacart driver she claimed shot and killed her dog during a delivery in late March.
Audubon Florida warns beachgoers to avoid shorebirds Memorial Day weekend
We are weeks away from Memorial Day, when our beaches are packed with people. You may want to remember you’re sharing it with some of Florida’s wildlife, including the Black Skimmer. The shorebirds are nesting and trying to grow their colony.
Florida firefighters rescue cat trapped in burning home
Firefighters in Palm Beach County rushed to save a cat trapped in a family's burning home on Thursday.
Firefighter adopts dog after rescuing it from deceased owner's home: ‘Jumped into my arms’
A firefighter has added a four-legged friend to his life after handling a very tough assignment.
VIDEO: Large gator blocks road in Hillsborough County
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, a nine-foot gator was discovered lying in the road early on Wednesday morning.
Sage, a miniature poodle, wins Westminster Dog Show 2024
A miniature poodle named Sage took home the top prize at the 148th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Tuesday.
Dog that ‘cries endlessly’ at shelter searching for forever home
Major has been at the Humane Society for Hamilton County in Indiana for 258 days.
Manatee Rehabilitation Center nears completion at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
A highly anticipated addition to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium is nearing completion. Construction crews are wrapping up work on the aquarium’s new Manatee Rehabilitation Center.
Video: Goat on the lam wrangled by Florida deputies after leading them on a chase
A goat in Florida couldn’t ‘bleat’ the system when it escaped from its pen and a hilarious deputy pursuit ensued.
Bringing a dog into the US? Here are the new CDC rules
The new CDC dog import rules apply to dogs brought in by breeders or rescue groups, as well as pets traveling with their U.S. owners.
More than 100 wild flamingos counted in Florida, census shows
Audubon Florida counted more than 100 wild American flamingos across the state during one week in February, according to new census data.
'Kittens' dropped off at Arizona Humane Society turned out to be something else
The Arizona Humane Society is warning people to be certain that baby animals are actually orphans before attempting to rescue them — and to be sure of the species of the animal.
Veterinarian shortage could hit US by 2030, study suggests
A recent study warns of a potential shortage of veterinarians in the US by 2030, with up to 15,000 fewer vets than needed nationwide.