Man accused of beating Chihuahua arrested in Brevard County

A man in Brevard County is accused of severely beating a Chihuahua after the dog urinated on a bed, authorities said.

Marine Science Center hosts two-day Turtle Day event in Volusia County

The Marine Science Center in Volusia County is hosting its annual Turtle Day celebration as a two-day event, featuring hands-on activities, educational programs and opportunities to learn about marine conservation.

Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead

Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.

VIDEO: Dog in Ireland seen honking car horn for owner to return

Neighbors in Killarney, Ireland got a rude awakening when a dog started honking a car horn while waiting for its owner to come back.

Buddy, the largest alligator at Gatorland, has died

A 'real Florida OG' as he was affectionately known, Buddy measured 13 feet, 8 inches long and weighed nearly 1,000 pounds.

6 malnourished horses under new care after owners arrested for neglect of 70 animals

The owners of an animal rescue in Ocala have been arrested after nearly 70 neglected horses were seized from the property, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.

Sugar the surfing dog, beloved wave-riding champion and therapy hero, dies at 16

Sugar, a beloved surfing dog from California and the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died at age 16 after battling cancer.

Watch: Elephant briefly escapes, roams New Mexico zoo before safe return

A 52-year-old Asian elephant named Alice briefly escaped her enclosure at Albuquerque’s ABQ BioPark on Sunday morning and wandered the zoo.

Dog survives being shot 3 times in own backyard

A family in Kasson-Mantorville is searching for answers and support after their dog, Rival, was shot multiple times while in his own backyard.

Most pampered pets in the US: See the top 10 states

A recent analysis compiled data that ranked the states with the most pampered pets in the U.S. See the top 10 states and where they ranked.

Southeast Volusia County Humane Society discusses the importance of National Puppy Day and previews upcoming event
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National Puppy Day was created to bring awareness to the dangers of adopting from puppy mills. Wendy Bentley from the Southeast Volusia Humane Society discusses why it's better to adopt and not shop when looking for a fur baby. Bently also tells us about upcoming events including the kitten show and low-cost pet shot clinic. 

America’s 10 most popular dog breeds revealed: See the list

The American Kennel Club’s 2025 rankings highlight the most popular dog breeds in the U.S., with the top spot remaining unchanged for a fourth consecutive year.

Video: Florida woman brings pet duck to the beach

It’s not unusual to see a woman unpacking her bag, laying out a towel and settling in to catch some rays on a beach, but a woman in South Florida is attracting a lot of attention for her beach day buddy.

Baby goat stolen from Florida family fair: ‘Not going to survive’

A week-old baby goat was reported stolen from a family fair in Palm Bay, and its owners say the animal may not survive without urgent care.

2 dogs rescued after being found caged, allegedly abandoned in Titusville lot

Two young mixed-breed puppies were rescued after being found in a cage in an empty Titusville lot, authorities and animal welfare officials said.

Friends horrified after finding and removing snake from Airbnb bed

A group of friends was staying at an Airbnb in the Punta Gorda area when they discovered a snake curled up under the covers.