Florida family reunited with stolen French Bulldog
A family was happy to be reunited with Tequila - their French bulldog - that was stolen from them back in June. A woman befriended the family at a dog park and offered to take care of her while the family was in the process of moving.
309 animals seized from Florida home: Sheriff
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is asking the community to adopt a cat from Animal Control to make room for more than 100 cats that were seized from a hoarding situation.
Rise in mystery dog respiratory illness
A mysterious illness has dog owners on high alert. Veterinarians are reporting a spike in respiratory issues but experts said it is too soon to determine if this is a new illness or an existing one. The illness reportedly began in one of the Western states over the summer. Cases have now been reported from Florida to California.
Stray dog saved from being euthanized
Loretta couldn’t walk because she was so skinny and had a severe skin infection. Six weeks later, she’s healthy thanks to the local nonprofit Furever Home Animal Rescue in Titusville. Loretta is up for adoption, along with nearly 200 other animals at the shelter.
Man chased by bear runs to neighbors house
A Lake County man who was chased by a bear was rescued by his neighbor after she let him into her home following the frightening encounter.
Wild Wednesday: Chameleon, ferret and monkey
The Care Foundation visited FOX 35 News with their pals, Kevin the Chameleon, Bandit the ferret and Ava the monkey.
Warning after dog dies from rabid raccoon
Rabid raccoons are invading a neighborhood in Orange County. Three tested positive for rabies over the last three months. A rabies alert is now in effect for the Blanchard Park area, which is near the intersection of State Road 50 and State Road 417.
Yorkie nearly mauled to death in dog attack
A small Yorkie in Melbourne almost lost its life after it was attacked by two dogs in the driveway of his home.
Pregnant dog surprises senior dog rescuers
A local non-profit was in for a surprise when a senior dog they rescued turned out to be pregnant. The dog that was in danger is named Precious. She was next in line to be euthanized, but senior dog fosters wouldn’t let that happen.
Suspect seen hurling dog against ceiling
Authorities in Cobb County, Georgia have now secured an arrest warrant in an animal cruelty case that is hard to watch. They say 33-year-old James Moses was caught on Ring doorbell video throwing a terrier mix against a ceiling in a Smyrna apartment complex hallway. WARNING: SOME WILL FIND THE IMAGES IN THIS STORY DISTURBING
Cat show coming to Daytona Beach this weekend
Florida's biggest cat show will be held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach this weekend. Hundreds of cats of dozens of different cat breeds will compete for Best in Show in 10 judging rings. There's also a cat costume contest, adoptable cats and agility contests at the event.
No new dogs at shelter amid virus outbreak
Orange County Animal Services is not accepting any new dogs because of a contagious canine virus outbreak. While the virus is contagious among dogs, it's not contagious for humans or cats. The shelter is still open for adoptions.
Horse rescued from pool after being frightened during North Carolina storm
The horse had been stuck in the pool for several hours before the fire department and animal rescue came to help.
Gator missing half its mouth spotted
A gator missing half of its mouth was spotted in Sanford. Rescuers are racing against the clock to find it.
Florida comfort K9 awarded with check
Oviedo Police Comfort K9 Xander was presented with a check from the Aftermath K9 grant program on Monday. Xander, a comfort K9 at Lawton Chiles Middle School recently placed 2nd for the Aftermath K9 grant, awarded in June. Xander and his handler SRO Ashley Pierce were in a competition against K9s across the country to win this grant. The grant helps to maintain the comfort K9 program for the police department. Xander is a beloved staple at Lawton Chiles Middle School
When is ok to shoot a black bear in Florida?
A Florida black bear known to walk around a neighborhood in Sanford with her two young cubs was shot and killed over the weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Killing a bear is illegal in Florida except in certain situations.
Study: Dogs detect COVID better than tests
According to peer-reviewed research out of UC Santa Barbara, medical scent dogs are an effective way to screen people for COVID-19.
Seminole Animal Shelter running out of space
The Seminole County Animal Shelter is packed and it needs help adopting out pets.
Massive tumor removed from stray dog's leg
A stray dog found in Brevard County, Florida is on the road to recovery after a six-pound mass was removed from her hind leg. Jasmine, an 8-year-old mixed breed dog, was found walking around Brevard County by a good Samaritan and brought to the SPCA of Brevard County, according to Shelby Montgomery, who handled public relations and communication relations for the shelter.
Seminole County Sheriff's Office K-9 honored
A K-9 Quilt of Honor was given to the handler of a Seminole County Sheriff's Office K-9. K-9 Cersei was in service as a narcotics detection dog from 2019 to 2023.