Capybara fans meet residents of future habitat CapyCove
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
Florida woman arrested after 50 neglected dogs rescued during illegal breeding investigation: CCSO
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
FDA approves drug to treat dogs with lymphoma cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval of Laverdia, a drug to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system.
ZooTampa prepares animals for cold snap with heat lamps and warm shelters
Whether it’s animals at the zoo or plants in the yard, Tampa Bay residents spent Thursday preparing for colder temperatures.
Whether it’s animals at the zoo or plants in the yard, Tampa Bay residents spent Thursday preparing for colder temperatures.
Critically endangered Eastern bongo calf born at ZooTampa, marking first birth of new year at zoo
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park announced the birth of a critically endangered Eastern bongo calf, marking the first animal birth at the zoo in 2026.
Florida deputy handcuffs runaway emu: 'This is definitely a new one'
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
A runaway emu ended up in handcuffs after trying to evade a St. Johns County deputy on Friday, Jan. 9.
Polk County deputies rescue abandoned rabbits in Lakeland field
Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped domestic animals in a nearby field.
Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped domestic animals in a nearby field.
Kittens rescued in St. Thomas flown to Tampa Bay area due to severe pet overpopulation
Four kittens rescued from St. Thomas arrived at Tampa International Airport last week, thanks to a network of volunteers who turn commercial flights into lifesaving transport missions.
Four kittens rescued from St. Thomas arrived at Tampa International Airport last week, thanks to a network of volunteers who turn commercial flights into lifesaving transport missions.
Giraffe dies at Toronto zoo in 'sudden and tragic' accident
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
The Toronto Zoo is mourning the death of its 13-year-old male giraffe after an unexpected accident in its habitat on New Year’s Day.
New experiences at Dogs Inc.
Dogs Inc. is well known for it's guide and service dogs, but did you know they also offer some special guest experiences at their campus in Plametto?
Dogs Inc. is well known for it's guide and service dogs, but did you know they also offer some special guest experiences at their campus in Plametto?
Repticon brings exotic animals and education to Lakeland
If you’re into creepy, crawly animals, there’s a convention in Lakeland for you.
If you’re into creepy, crawly animals, there’s a convention in Lakeland for you.
From bassets to bolonki: American Kennel Club adds 3 new breeds
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
The AKC recognizes 205 breeds, including these three newcomers.
SPCA Florida gives specialized care to kittens burned in a house fire
On New Year’s Eve, the SPCA Florida received a call from their rescue partners in Lakeland about two badly burned kittens in a house fire.
On New Year’s Eve, the SPCA Florida received a call from their rescue partners in Lakeland about two badly burned kittens in a house fire.
Suspects accused of dumping sick puppies in a Largo park illegally bred dogs: Police
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
Two suspects were arrested and face 12 counts of felony animal cruelty charges each after police say they abandoned dogs in Taylor Park.
TSA’s 2026 Canine Calendar spotlights the canine heroes keeping US airports safe - See the featured dogs
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is once again honoring its canine teams with the unleashing of the 2026 Canine Calendar.
Purina Foundation awards $1.165 million in grants to nonprofits across US to support animal welfare efforts
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
The Purina Foundation continued its support of animal welfare efforts in 2025 by awarding $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States.
Florida cold front may cause iguanas to fall with the temperatures
Look out below! Temperatures across Florida are plummeting and that means the New Year’s ball may not be the only thing dropping this week — Iguanas may tumble out of trees.
Look out below! Temperatures across Florida are plummeting and that means the New Year’s ball may not be the only thing dropping this week — Iguanas may tumble out of trees.
Dog biscuits recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Dexter’s Law among more than 100 laws in Florida taking effect January 1
After the champagne is popped to mark the start of 2026, a wave of new laws will take effect across Florida.
After the champagne is popped to mark the start of 2026, a wave of new laws will take effect across Florida.
Lakeland family forced to euthanize sick puppy adopted from Polk County Animal Control Shelter
A Lakeland family is devastated after they said they were forced to euthanize their sick puppy before Christmas.
A Lakeland family is devastated after they said they were forced to euthanize their sick puppy before Christmas.