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.
Gulfport PD’s first therapy dog easing stresses of officer, community members
The Gulfport Police Department’s newest recruit not only eases the stress of officers, but also community members.
The Gulfport Police Department’s newest recruit not only eases the stress of officers, but also community members.
Survey: Nearly 3% of Americans believe they could beat a grizzly bear unarmed
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
A new survey has unveiled surprising confidence among Americans regarding their ability to take on various animals in unarmed fights.
See it: Officer glides onto frozen New Jersey lake to rescue a trapped dog
First responders leaped into action on Wednesday after a dog wandered onto a frozen lake in New Jersey.
First responders leaped into action on Wednesday after a dog wandered onto a frozen lake in New Jersey.
Most popular cat and dog names of 2025
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
Hillsborough Pet Resource Center launches holiday foster program for long-stay dogs
Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center launches a holiday foster program as long-staying dogs wait for homes.
Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center launches a holiday foster program as long-staying dogs wait for homes.
10 sick puppies dumped in storage container at Largo park, police searching for suspect
Largo Police are asking for the public’s help after nine puppies in a storage container and two adult female dogs were found abandoned at Taylor Park on Friday.
Largo Police are asking for the public’s help after nine puppies in a storage container and two adult female dogs were found abandoned at Taylor Park on Friday.