'Depressed' bear spotted off Florida highway draws crowd
A black bear that appeared to be in low spirits was spotted on the side of a highway in the Florida Panhandle last week, prompting deputies to monitor the situation as it drew a crowd of onlookers.
Bear seemingly tightrope-walks across fence in Florida neighborhood: 'Let it do its thing'
A balancing bear stole the show in a Florida neighborhood last week – and no, the circus wasn't in town!
Rabid cat in Polk County dies after day after biting owner trying to break up feline fight: PCSO
A cat is the third confirmed case of rabies in Polk County this year.
Horse gets needles plucked from leg after kicking porcupine
A woman claims in a social media post that the horse had more than 100 needles removed from its leg after kicking a porcupine.
'Potty-mouthed' parrot finds home in New York after hundreds apply to adopt him
A foul-mouthed parrot named Pepper has found a forever home after grabbing attention on Facebook and attracting would-be adopters from across the country.
Woman says rescue dog saved her life after ‘high levels’ of carbon monoxide detected in home
“She would not let me sleep,” Samantha Griffin said of her rescue dog, Luna.
Brevard Co. rescues trying to adopt animals quickly as deputies seize more dogs from alleged puppy mill
More animal control officers were investigating and removing dogs on Wednesday at an alleged puppy mill in Brevard County on Mustang Lane.
Florida is home to 2 of the country's best dog-friendly beaches: report
Two beaches in Florida were ranked among the country's top dog-friendly beaches, according to USA Today.
Firefighters carry 160-pound dog down Oregon mountain after pup is injured on trail
A big pup is safe after being rescued from Saddle Mountain in Oregon with injured paws.
'Hero Cat' alerts Maryland family to house fire, dies from smoke inhalation: officials
A cat named Prince is being credited with saving the lives of sleeping occupants of a home that caught fire in Maryland, giving its life to save its owners.
Dog that spent 473 days in shelter gets chance at ‘new life’
Bruno was dumped outside of a Virginia animal shelter in March 2023, along with his siblings.
Adopted dog returned 8 years later before finding new forever family
The Pennsylvania SPCA says Max was adopted as a puppy 8 years ago, but “unforeseen circumstances" brought him back to the shelter last week.
Cat owner warns other pet owners about dangers of coyotes; cat attacked, killed
Prowling coyotes in the Greater Pines neighborhood in Clermont are scaring residents and pet owners.
Brevard sheriff expands alleged puppy mill investigation across state lines
One dog rescued from an alleged puppy mill in Brevard County died on Friday as the Brevard Sheriff expands investigation across state lines.
Woman accused of running puppy mill expected to be released from jail
Elisabeth Cleveland, arrested on Wednesday, is expected to be released from jail after deputies found dozens of dogs on three properties across the county, allegedly connected to a puppy mill operation.
Florida deputies rescue 15 'disoriented' sea turtles from sewage drain
Fifteen baby sea turtles in distress were rescued after falling into a sewage drain this week in Southwest Florida.
Woman charged with 38 counts of animal cruelty in alleged puppy mill
A woman faces 38 counts of animal cruelty after authorities said they discovered an alleged puppy mill in Merritt Island. Many of the dogs found were severely ill, according to deputies.
Driver throws fireworks at a dog in Santa Ana
A man threw fireworks at a dog in Santa Ana before taking off from the scene in a gold-looking sedan.
4 shark bites in 6 days bolster Volusia County's status as 'shark bite capital of the world'
Four shark bites have been reported in Volusia County over the past week. Here's what you need to know about shark attacks in the area and other safety tips for swimmers.
Momma bear, cub have surprise play-date in Sanford backyard: 'Only 20 feet away'
A momma bear and its cub were spotted in a Sanford backyard on Monday.