Largest equestrian complex in the country still growing in Ocala
About a hundred miles up I-75 from Tampa, the City of Ocala calls itself the "horse capital of the world." It's a title that may have just been clinched with the opening of the largest equestrian complex in the United States — The World Equestrian Center.
About a hundred miles up I-75 from Tampa, the City of Ocala calls itself the "horse capital of the world." It's a title that may have just been clinched with the opening of the largest equestrian complex in the United States — The World Equestrian Center.
Hilarious video proves reporter's point about why elephants need our protection
Kenyan reporter Alvin Kaunda had an important message for viewers about human impacts on the environment. A nearby baby elephant had other concerns.
Kenyan reporter Alvin Kaunda had an important message for viewers about human impacts on the environment. A nearby baby elephant had other concerns.
Destructive giant snail intercepted by ‘Beagle Brigade’ at Atlanta airport
The Atlanta airport’s so-called "Beagle Brigade" found a stash of prohibited items coming in from overseas including a massive invasive snail, which agricultural officials consider among the most destructive.
The Atlanta airport’s so-called "Beagle Brigade" found a stash of prohibited items coming in from overseas including a massive invasive snail, which agricultural officials consider among the most destructive.
UF taking guesswork out of veterinary medicine with artificial intelligence
Almost any veterinarian will tell you, the hardest part of their job is that animals can't tell them what's wrong when they're sick or hurt. Researchers at the University of Florida have set out to solve that ever-present mystery in the world of veterinary medicine.
Almost any veterinarian will tell you, the hardest part of their job is that animals can't tell them what's wrong when they're sick or hurt. Researchers at the University of Florida have set out to solve that ever-present mystery in the world of veterinary medicine.
Frida, Mexico’s beloved search and rescue dog, dies
Over the course of Frida’s career, the Labrador retriever was credited with finding at least 41 bodies and a dozen people alive.
Over the course of Frida’s career, the Labrador retriever was credited with finding at least 41 bodies and a dozen people alive.
Vandals at Ohio farm release 10,000 carnivorous mink into wild, sheriff says
The local sheriff warned people not to approach the loose mammals because they might bite.
The local sheriff warned people not to approach the loose mammals because they might bite.
Lost rescue dog turns herself in at police station, footage shows
Footage released by officials shows the border collie entering through automatic doors at the police station before sitting down in the corner of the reception area.
Footage released by officials shows the border collie entering through automatic doors at the police station before sitting down in the corner of the reception area.
Pet care business give boost to local non-profit serving heroes through service dogs
Scoop Soldiers, has donated at least more than $50,000 to Valor Service Dogs, a non-profit training and placing dogs with combat wounded veterans. The president of Scoop Soldiers said supporting the mission was a no-brainer.
Scoop Soldiers, has donated at least more than $50,000 to Valor Service Dogs, a non-profit training and placing dogs with combat wounded veterans. The president of Scoop Soldiers said supporting the mission was a no-brainer.
Arizona police write cheeky post after driver illegally buys wild owl after using meth
Sometimes people need a friendly reminder not to use illegal narcotics and definitely not to purchase wildlife from a gas station.
Sometimes people need a friendly reminder not to use illegal narcotics and definitely not to purchase wildlife from a gas station.
‘There must be another way’: Beagle found in research facility finds new forever home in Tampa
There were 15 brought to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, just a few of the 4,000 rescued from a company in Virginia that breeds beagles for medical research. After a whistleblower came forward, the USDA investigated, and found such deplorable conditions at the Envigo facility, a judge ordered all the dogs be released.
There were 15 brought to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay, just a few of the 4,000 rescued from a company in Virginia that breeds beagles for medical research. After a whistleblower came forward, the USDA investigated, and found such deplorable conditions at the Envigo facility, a judge ordered all the dogs be released.
Watch: Large shark leaps onto fishing boat: ‘It was crazy!’
Fortunately, the shark managed to wriggle itself free and no one on the boat was injured.
Fortunately, the shark managed to wriggle itself free and no one on the boat was injured.
Newest Clearwater Marine Aquarium dolphin rescued after years of human interaction caused health decline
The Clearwater marine Aquarium's newest dolphin, Izzy is getting adjusted to her new home after moving on Friday. NOAA and its Texas partners rescued the dolphin from North padre Island in June after years of human interaction caused her health to decline.
The Clearwater marine Aquarium's newest dolphin, Izzy is getting adjusted to her new home after moving on Friday. NOAA and its Texas partners rescued the dolphin from North padre Island in June after years of human interaction caused her health to decline.
Video: Tiger sharks help lead researchers to ‘world’s largest’ seagrass meadow
Cameras strapped to the dorsal fins of tiger sharks in addition to human surveys helped researchers map out and measure the expansive seagrass bed.
Cameras strapped to the dorsal fins of tiger sharks in addition to human surveys helped researchers map out and measure the expansive seagrass bed.
Van Gogh, a one-eared rescue dog, creates art with tongue
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Van Gogh was recused from a dog fighting ring, which left him with severe injuries, including a mutilated ear and several lacerations on his body.
Dogs rescued from South Korean dog meat farms arrive in US for adoption
The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”
The 34 dogs were rescued from the dog meat trade in South Korea. They’re being prepared for adoption into loving homes “where they can finally enjoy life as all dogs should.”
Experimental cat allergy shot may provide longer-lasting relief
Scientists say standard cat allergy shots are impractical and have a new treatment that when combined with regular shots can provide longer-lasting relief.
Scientists say standard cat allergy shots are impractical and have a new treatment that when combined with regular shots can provide longer-lasting relief.
Good Samaritan rescues dog, puppies found abandoned in Kentucky creek
A non-profit rescue group said the puppies were panicked and crying as they tried to find dry land.
A non-profit rescue group said the puppies were panicked and crying as they tried to find dry land.
Seeing, listening to birds can improve mental health, study finds
In addition to helping people, scientists say they are also advocating for the protection of the environment and wildlife.
In addition to helping people, scientists say they are also advocating for the protection of the environment and wildlife.
Shark photobombs a shot by leaping into the air behind an unwitting surfer
Surfer Tyler Warren was catching some waves on the Southern California coast when Jordan Anast photographed the photobombing shark behind the surfer.
Surfer Tyler Warren was catching some waves on the Southern California coast when Jordan Anast photographed the photobombing shark behind the surfer.
After being surrendered to shelter, 19-year-old dog showered with love by best friends
Annie, a 19-year-old Labrador retriever mix, is crossing off a bucket list of adventures in her last days at a loving foster home — thanks to two best friends and roommates.
Annie, a 19-year-old Labrador retriever mix, is crossing off a bucket list of adventures in her last days at a loving foster home — thanks to two best friends and roommates.