Firefighter adopts puppy rescued from house fire

A puppy that survived serious injuries in a house fire found a very special forever home. Now, he'll tour schools to teach the importance of fire safety.

Endangered Florida sawfish are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying unusually

Endangered smalltooth sawfish, marine creatures virtually unchanged for millions of years, are exhibiting erratic spinning behavior and dying in unusual numbers in Florida waters. Federal and state wildlife agencies are beginning an effort to rescue and rehabilitate sawfish to find out why.

Florida panther darts across Orange County highway in startling video

Why did the Florida panther cross the road? While we might not ever know the answer to that question, Florida wildlife officials want you to let them cross the road safely.

First-of-its-kind bill could limit bulldog, pug breeding

The bill wouldn’t single out any specific breeds but aims to limit the intentional breeding of animals that have identical physical deformities that negatively impact their health.

USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs

According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.

Florida deputy removes snake from car engine: VIDEO

Deputies were called to a Florida home to remove a 15- to 20-foot python from a car engine. When they arrived, that's not what they found.

VIDEO: Florida police dog almost jumps 75 feet off bridge, but is saved by deputy's quick actions

A wild video shared on social media shows the scary moment when a Florida sheriffs deputy dog in Brevard County almost fell 75 feet from a bridge. Thankfully, his handler was there to save his life.

Florida wildlife preserve Romelia Farms struggling to stay afloat

Romelia Farms Wildlife Preserve in Brevard County may soon be forced to close. The animal sanctuary has run into challenges, and financial struggles are mounting.

Temple Terrace residents worry for ‘Coca-Cola’ gator after gaping hole found in fence around pond

Some neighbors in Temple Terrace are raising concerns about an alligator who's been known to the community for years after a gaping hole was discovered in the fence surrounding the pond where he lives.

Most expensive, affordable cities to own a pet: Rover report

Some people have either delayed or decided to not have children altogether and instead got a pet because they claim pets are more affordable.