Purina dispels 'online rumors' that its pet food is sickening dogs and cats
Purina said that while some online posts are written by 'well-intentioned pet parents,' others may be trying to sow 'chaos'
Dog miraculously rescued after surviving 60-foot cliff fall
In a miraculous rescue, a 3-year-old dog named Dancer survived a 60-foot fall from a cliff near Miners Castle in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore area in Michigan.
Dog flu season in Bay Area, owners should make sure pets are vaccinated
The Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center recently saw an increase in respiratory infections in dogs at the shelter.
Winter weather: How to protect your pets from the cold, keep them safe
As the winter chills approach and Jack Frost begins nipping at your nose, your pets have their own challenges staying safe and warm.
Contagious, deadly dog virus detected at Ft. De Soto Park after 3 raccoons test positive for distemper
Pinellas County officials are out with an alert for pet owners regarding the discovery of the highly contagious canine distemper virus at Ft.
Florida zoo celebrates 1st sloth bear cubs in nearly three decades
Zoo Miami is celebrating a momentous occasion with the recent birth of two sloth bear cubs, marking the first such births in nearly three decades.
Watch: Rare 'critically endangered' whitetip shark captured on camera in Cayman Islands
A rare and critically endangered whitetip shark was captured on an underwater camera off the coast of the Cayman Islands by scientists involved in the Blue Belt’s Global Ocean Wildlife Analysis Network project.
Dog 'badly abused' finally finds forever home after nearly 500 days in shelter
After enduring nearly 500 days in an Arkansas animal shelter, Neo, an abused dog rescued by local police in 2022, has found a loving forever home.
Florida deputy rescues injured bobcat without becoming lunch
A Florida deputy from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, identified as Deputy Lopez, made an unconventional rescue on January 7 when he spotted an injured bobcat.
Blue Ridge Beef pet food recall widens to 16 states
Blue Ridge Beef’s recall of three of its pet food products has widened, bringing the number of states where the potentially tainted items were sold to 16.
Cat saves dog’s life by chasing off coyotes — see the amazing video of the rescue
Binx, an outdoor cat, didn’t hesitate to spring into action to save Oakley, a small Havenese pup
New legislation would create statewide 'dangerous dog' registry
A Tampa lawmaker has filed a measure in the Florida Senate that would pave the way for a statewide registry of dogs labeled "dangerous" after an attack.
'Saddest dog' finds sanctuary after a harrowing journey in Kentucky
Dembe, once dubbed the "saddest dog" at a Kentucky shelter, has found solace at a local animal sanctuary after a challenging journey.
New breed known for a 'smile' joins the American Kennel Club
Lancashire heelers are solidly built dogs shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, with long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan. They're known for a "smile."
Man dies after shark encounter along Maui beach
A tragic incident unfolded in Maui, Hawaii, as a 39-year-old man lost his life following a shark encounter at a beach on 93 Hana Highway in Paia.
Manatee County opens Gopher Tortoise preserve
If you look closely at Duette Preserve in Manatee County, you can spot signs of life.
Man chases squatting black bear from crawlspace with a paintball gun
A squatting black bear in the crawlspace of a home was 'asked' somewhat politely to please leave. But by asked -- we mean with a paintball gun.
Pets can help slow dementia progress among those over age 50 who live alone, study says
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Decline in Florida Panther car deaths may show troubling population trend
The Florida Panther, the official state animal, is one of the most endangered animals in the world. Their population once spread from Arkansas, across the Carolinas and down, but it is now limited to a small area in Southwest Florida.
Watch: Baby sloth gets cuddles from Santa Claus
Aluna is 10 months old and this will be her very first Christmas.