Florida wildlife preserve rushes beloved anteater to UF veterinarians for care

FOX 35 News introduced you to Madison the Anteater last week during a report about flooding at Romelia Farms. This week, Madison got sick and had to be rushed over to a small animal hospital at the University of Florida.

Pet tortoise found strolling through Florida neighborhood reunited with family

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said the African spurred tortoise was spotted Thursday strolling around the Harry Harris subdivision in the Florida Keys.

Video: Porpoises, great white shark put on show for Florida boaters

A Florida boater captured some incredible video of his encounter with both a great white shark and a “gam" of porpoises off a Volusia County coastline. 

Blind Como Zoo cougar adjusting to life without eyes

Jasper, a 4-year-old cougar living at the Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, is adjusting to life without his eyes. 

Kennel controversy: Breeder wants to open commercial kennel Orange County

A kennel controversy is brewing in Orange County. A breeder wants to open a kennel in a rural part of the county, but some are against it because of a ban on dogs being sold at pet stores in the county.

Why do dogs panic during storms? Here's how to help your best friend weather their fear

Preventative measures can greatly help dogs suffering from thunderstorm phobia, preventing them from phobic behaviors such as trembling, hiding, ripping up couch cushions, or barking up a storm.

Kentucky Derby: Forte is 3-1 favorite at Churchill Downs

Forte, the 2-year-old champion whose 190 points led the Derby qualifying trail, drew the No. 15 post at 3-1 odds on Monday for the $3 million premier race for 3-year-olds.

Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints are posing hazards for dogs

Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks.

Florida teen and rising star killed during horse competition

A 16-year-old equestrian was killed over the weekend during a horse riding competition in Florida, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

Florida wildlife preserve and petting zoo recovering from series of storms

Brevard County took a pretty big hit in this week’s storms. Some of the areas that sustained damage were still recovering from last year’s hurricanes.

'Super odd': English bulldog puppy born with this popular Disney character on his head

It's not unusual for puppies to be born with spots on them, especially English bulldogs — but when those spots serve as a reminder of the most magical place on earth — you can't help but smile. 

Canine influenza: Tips for preventing its spread

In order to stop the spread of canine influenza, experts are asking the public to take some preventative steps.