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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kittens stolen from Tampa animal shelter safely returned after being taken by 2 suspects
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay says two underage kittens that were stolen from the off-limits kitten nursery were returned on Saturday.
The Humane Society of Tampa Bay says two underage kittens that were stolen from the off-limits kitten nursery were returned on Saturday.
Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home
On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.
On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.
Five new chimps swing into Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes five new chimpanzees to its existing troop of two.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes five new chimpanzees to its existing troop of two.
Bay area non-profits aim to care for exotic animals, educate on responsible ownership
You'll find a unique blend of animals living together on Christina Peters' Plant City farm. The Marine veteran rescues and cares for exotic pets as part of her non-profit called "Roos and Coos."
You'll find a unique blend of animals living together on Christina Peters' Plant City farm. The Marine veteran rescues and cares for exotic pets as part of her non-profit called "Roos and Coos."
Watch: Runaway horses gallop alongside drivers on Ohio highway
In Cleveland, Ohio, a peculiar traffic jam unfolded on March 2 when a pair of runaway horses galloped alongside vehicles on a local highway. T
In Cleveland, Ohio, a peculiar traffic jam unfolded on March 2 when a pair of runaway horses galloped alongside vehicles on a local highway. T
Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school
A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.
A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.
Citrus County K9 Riggs dies after emergency surgery
The Citrus County Sheriff's Office announced that 6-year-old K9 Riggs passed away after emergency surgery on his abdomen.
The Citrus County Sheriff's Office announced that 6-year-old K9 Riggs passed away after emergency surgery on his abdomen.
PETA protesters disrupt Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show
PETA activists made a bold statement at Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, storming the runway with slogans like "Animals aren't fabric" and "Viva Vegan Leather."
PETA activists made a bold statement at Victoria Beckham's Paris Fashion Week show, storming the runway with slogans like "Animals aren't fabric" and "Viva Vegan Leather."
Very friendly cat rescued from car in junkyard before it’s crushed
The cat hopped out from under the hood of the car moments before it was going to get demolished.
The cat hopped out from under the hood of the car moments before it was going to get demolished.
K-9 unit dogs honored by Tampa Bay officers at memorial service
Some of Tampa Bay’s most dedicated law enforcement employees were honored Tuesday: retired K-9 service dogs, who have passed this year.
Some of Tampa Bay’s most dedicated law enforcement employees were honored Tuesday: retired K-9 service dogs, who have passed this year.
Investigators search for 2 women who abandoned dog in Lakeland neighborhood: Grady Judd
Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office are looking for two women who abandoned a dog in a neighborhood and then drove off.
Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office are looking for two women who abandoned a dog in a neighborhood and then drove off.
Watch: Bear trio gets evicted from building in California's Lake Tahoe
A family of three bears had bear-ly moved into a building in California’s Lake Tahoe when they got the boot.
A family of three bears had bear-ly moved into a building in California’s Lake Tahoe when they got the boot.
Pinellas deputy’s bond with retired K-9 forever changed after ambush: ‘This dog saved my life’
A K-9 with a Pinellas County Sheriff's Office retired after saving his handler's life nearly one year ago.
A K-9 with a Pinellas County Sheriff's Office retired after saving his handler's life nearly one year ago.
St. Pete gym partners with Suncoast Animal league to host rescue dog yoga
There's a yoga class that happens every few months in St. Pete, and it gives a whole-new meaning to the "downward dog" position.
There's a yoga class that happens every few months in St. Pete, and it gives a whole-new meaning to the "downward dog" position.