South Florida's Louie the Raccoon named 2024 Cadbury Bunny Tryouts winner
A 2-year-old raccoon from South Florida has been crowned the 2024 Cadbury Bunny Tryouts winner.
Fire Rescue dog sworn in to work with Venice firefighters
Venice Fire Rescue has sworn in its newest member of the team: a dog named Misty.
Pit bull puppies stolen in Georgia shelter break-in returned, search for suspect ongoing
Three pit bull puppies stolen from a shellter in Georgia were successfully returned following a break-in.
Firefighters rescue kitten stuck in grille of vehicle in North Port
First responders rescued a kitten after the animal got stuck in a vehicle's grille, according to North Port Fire Rescue.
Dozens more dog owners file complaints against shuttered Sarasota grooming business
The grooming business Diana Stevens owns may be filled with merchandise, but Google says Woof Gang’s Grooming and Bakery is permanently closed in Sarasota.
Most expensive, affordable cities to own a pet: Rover report
Some people have either delayed or decided to not have children altogether and instead got a pet because they claim pets are more affordable.
Here are the most popular dog breeds of 2023, according to the AKC
The "Frenchie' has held its lead for a second year.
'It's a game changer:' Hillsborough County Animal Control launches mobile unit
Hillsborough County Animal Control receives hundreds of calls a month, and sometimes rescues hundreds of animals at one time.
Predators appear near sperm whale off coast of Venice, cycle of life continues
Off the coast of Venice, an up-close look into the cycle of life continues to occur.
Orphaned bobcat kittens find new home at New Orleans zoo
Two orphaned bobcat kittens have found a new home at Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dog parasite detected in Colorado River for 1st time, originating from other states
A parasite that can potentially kill dogs has been discovered for the first time in the Colorado River in Southern California, a study from University of California, Riverside said.
Tampa rescue worries about dogs rescued from hoarding situation after free adoption giveaway
More than 200 dogs were rescued from a hoarding situation in Putnam County this week. The dogs, who were saved and temporarily transferred into the care of Putnam County Animal Control, were then given away in a "free public adoption."
After 700 days in shelter, senior dog adopted by senior citizen: ‘Perfect match'
The 10-year-old Carolina dog mix had been searching for a loving home since 2022, but recently found the perfect match.
100-year-old giant alligator snapping turtle vanishes along North Carolina interstate
"It's almost like losing a piece of myself, to be honest with you," the turtle's owner told a local media outlet.
11-foot, 750-pound alligator seized from New York home
The 11-foot gator's owner reportedly allowed members of the public to get into a pool and pet the "unsecured" reptile.
Study reveals dogs can relieve stress, improve concentration in humans
A recent study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that certain activities might enhance individuals' brainwave patterns linked to rest and relaxation.
Polk County in critical need of large animal veterinarians: USDA report
According to data from the University of Florida, Polk County's cattle industry contributes more than a billion dollars to the local economy every year. However, finding enough large animal veterinarians to help care for the animals hasn't been easy.
Bill allowing telemedicine for pets awaits Gov. DeSantis' signature
Getting your pet to the vet could soon become much easier.
2 dogs die during Alaska Iditarod race, prompting call from PETA to end the competition
Two dogs have died during Alaska’s annual Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, making it the first time a dog has died during the competition in five years.
Sperm whale beached off coast of Venice to be euthanized if it survives the night, FWC says
A beached whale estimated to be about 50 feet long and 50,000-70,000 pounds is stranded off the coast of Venice, according to city officials.