CMA honors Winter’s legacy with ‘Rescue Days’ on the anniversary of her rescue
Clearwater Marine Aquarium held its annual rescue days this weekend to give the community a chance to learn about the animals it has saved and meet with a variety of rescue groups.
Doctors remove lung from dog that nearly died after inhaling fungus found in soil
An Illinois family nearly lost their 3-year-old black lab after he likely inhaled a fungus living in soil around his home.
A puppy named Bear swims across Hudson River from NY to NJ
Talk about an adventure for one pet! A dog escaped from his owner while out for a walk in Manhattan and swam across the Hudson River to New Jersey, where he was rescued a few days later.
A year after four deer found shot with arrows, two more found dead in Palm harbor neighborhood
Last year, someone started shooting deer with arrows in the Lansbrook neighborhood in Palm Harbor. Things then turned quiet, but recently two more deer were shot with arrows and their bodies were left behind – and now the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) says it's looking into the situation.
Pinellas Animal Services suspending dog adoptions due to canine virus
For those who planned to head to the Pinellas County animal shelter to adopt a pup, officials say they have suspended operations after a virus was detected in some of the dogs.
Big Cat Public Safety Act bill – supported by Carole Baskin – unanimously approved by Senate
For more than a decade, Carole Baskin and her husband Howard have been pushing lawmakers to ban "cub-petting" and do more to protect the public from privately-owned big cats. Now, the Big Cat Public Safety Act is heading to President Biden's desk.
Man sentenced for holding family at gunpoint to steal 5 French bulldog puppies
Christopher Lamont Stimpson posed as a customer in order to gain access to the puppies, which were worth more than $23,000.
Hillsborough commissioners to consider regulating rabbit sales in county
In Hillsborough County, commissioners could soon consider limiting sales of rabbits. Other counties have already limited sales or banned them completely.
Dog accidentally sent through airport x-ray machine, TSA says
"When traveling with any animal, notify your airline & know their rules," the TSA warns.
Jonathan the tortoise celebrates 190th birthday, oldest living land animal
Jonathan the tortoise has outlived both World Wars. He is older than the first photograph and has lived through the administrations of 39 U.S. presidents.
Watch: Heroic mom saves young daughter from rabid raccoon attack
Video shows the little girl repeatedly trying to kick the raccoon off her leg before her mom steps in.
Deer spotted running around Oregon neighborhood with Christmas lights
Linda Reed, a resident in the area, shared a video of the animal walking through her yard.
Deputies: Man arrested after admitting to shooting at multiple cats inside Town 'N' Country mobile home park
Hillsborough County deputies said Osvaldo Garrido admitted to shooting at multiple cats inside a Town 'N' Country mobile home community. He was arrested on an animal cruelty charge on Wednesday, the sheriff's office said.
'Reckless driver' turns out to be dog behind wheel of Texas parking lot crash
“He apparently got a little antsy and bounced around the cab setting this truck in motion,” officials shared.
FOX 13 celebrates Cynthia Smoot: Telling stories across Tampa Bay for 25 years
After 25 years, countless stories, and an Emmy Award for her excellence in journalism, Cynthia Smoot has retired from her position as co-anchor of the 5 and 11 p.m. broadcasts at FOX 13 News.
Five adoptable kittens named after the Backstreet Boys won't have you feeling incomplete this Christmas
As long as you love them, officials promise these kittens' adorable faces will truly show you the meaning of not being lonely. It's all they have to give.
British feline, 27, becomes ‘world’s oldest living cat’
“Flossie” is a black and brown kitty who’s the equivalent of 120 human years.
PETA blasts 'shameful' National Dog Show whose best-in-show winner is owned by NFL player
Chargers' Morgan Fox owns a 3-year-old French bulldog.
Alaska firefighters rescue baby moose trapped inside home
Authorities were able to tranquilize the moose, and six firefighters helped carry it out on a stretcher intended for a large human.
Wild turkey population exploding in Massachusetts
According to the state’s wildlife officials, there were about 1,000 birds in 1978. Today, the population is estimated between 30,000 and 35,000 birds.