Man accused of following teen into bedroom throws dog protecting her from Pinellas home balcony: Deputies
A 3-year-old pit bull is recovering from serious injuries after a suspect threw him from a second-floor balcony in Pinellas County on Monday. Deputies said this happened while the dog was trying to protect a teen girl from the suspect, who was trying to get her alone in a bedroom.
A 3-year-old pit bull is recovering from serious injuries after a suspect threw him from a second-floor balcony in Pinellas County on Monday. Deputies said this happened while the dog was trying to protect a teen girl from the suspect, who was trying to get her alone in a bedroom.
Orange County approves $49M plan for what will be Florida’s largest animal shelter: What we know
Orange County commissioners have approved construction of a new $49 million animal shelter that officials say will be the largest in Florida when completed in summer 2027.
Orange County commissioners have approved construction of a new $49 million animal shelter that officials say will be the largest in Florida when completed in summer 2027.
Colorado Springs firefighters rescue deer stuck in fence
Firefighters in Colorado Springs rescued a deer that became stuck in an iron rod fence.
Firefighters in Colorado Springs rescued a deer that became stuck in an iron rod fence.
Man accused of killing pet peacocks, eating them, over dispute with neighbor
A fight between neighbors turns deadly for some pet peacocks involved.
A fight between neighbors turns deadly for some pet peacocks involved.
Bulldog survives shooting, leg amputation thanks to Space Coast animal rescue
An American Bulldog that was shot and left to die in South Florida, according to authorities, was saved by a Central Florida animal rescue.
An American Bulldog that was shot and left to die in South Florida, according to authorities, was saved by a Central Florida animal rescue.
Tiger handler fatally mauled reportedly linked to 'Tiger King's' Joe Exotic
The tiger unexpectedly started to bite and then shake Ryan Easley while the two were inside of a large cage.
The tiger unexpectedly started to bite and then shake Ryan Easley while the two were inside of a large cage.
Bobcat spotting in Ponce Inlet; FWC shares safety tips
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing safety tips with residents after a bobcat was spotted twice in the past week in Volusia County.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing safety tips with residents after a bobcat was spotted twice in the past week in Volusia County.
Florida woman fights off gator dragging leashed puppy into creek while on walk
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
A dog and its owner are recovering after an alligator dragged them into a creek in Pasco County.
Puppies abandoned outside Seminole County shelter find new home
Two puppies left outside Seminole County Animal Services this week have already found a new home.
Two puppies left outside Seminole County Animal Services this week have already found a new home.
Dozens of small dogs saved from hoarder house in Brevard County, officials say: 'Horrible situation'
Dozens of small dogs are recovering after being rescued from a hoarder house in Brevard County following the owner’s death, animal advocates said.
Dozens of small dogs are recovering after being rescued from a hoarder house in Brevard County following the owner’s death, animal advocates said.
Dog owner pleads not guilty in case of boy mauled to death in Volusia County
One of the owners of the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy earlier this year in Volusia County pleaded not guilty Thursday to felony evidence tampering.
One of the owners of the dogs that fatally mauled an 8-year-old boy earlier this year in Volusia County pleaded not guilty Thursday to felony evidence tampering.
Orlando woman fights off dog to save her terrier outside grocery store
An Orlando woman says she fought off a large dog with her cane, her hands — and even her teeth — to save her small terrier from a violent attack outside a grocery store.
An Orlando woman says she fought off a large dog with her cane, her hands — and even her teeth — to save her small terrier from a violent attack outside a grocery store.
VIDEO: Wild boar busts into Florida home, rams deputy in 'hog-wild' interaction
A Florida family was stunned when a wild boar decided to bust into their home and go "hog wild." Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) captured the incident on bodycam footage as they helped to remove the wild animal.
A Florida family was stunned when a wild boar decided to bust into their home and go "hog wild." Deputies with the Lee County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) captured the incident on bodycam footage as they helped to remove the wild animal.
Dog given less than 6 months to live cured of cancer after clinical trial
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Lola has now been cancer free for two years.
Dog abandoned on side of Hillsborough County road with legs tied together, officials seeking answers
Officials in Hillsborough County are pressing for answers after they say someone left a dog on the side of the road with its legs tied together.
Officials in Hillsborough County are pressing for answers after they say someone left a dog on the side of the road with its legs tied together.
Chagas disease carried by the kissing bug spreading across US: What to know
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Chagas disease, a potentially deadly condition transmitted by an insect known as the "kissing bug", is now considered an endemic in the US.
Maryland man injured after pet buffalo attacks him
Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.
Dick Wildes says at one point, he owned about 50 buffalo, and kept up to 30 on his farm in Hollywood, St. Mary’s County.
Senior dog abandoned on desolate Florida road, owner arrested
A West Palm Beach man is behind bars, accused of doing something pretty horrible to a dog.
A West Palm Beach man is behind bars, accused of doing something pretty horrible to a dog.
Man arrested after killing swan near Lake Eola, police say
A man was arrested on Friday after police say he killed a swan near Lake Eola, where the birds are considered a downtown Orlando landmark.
A man was arrested on Friday after police say he killed a swan near Lake Eola, where the birds are considered a downtown Orlando landmark.
Air Bud is back: Golden retrievers audition to be the next basketball star
“Air Bud Returns," the 15th film in the long-running franchise, is set to hit theaters in 2026. Casting is underway, and golden retrievers from across the country are auditioning to play the basketball-loving dog.
“Air Bud Returns," the 15th film in the long-running franchise, is set to hit theaters in 2026. Casting is underway, and golden retrievers from across the country are auditioning to play the basketball-loving dog.