Federal lawmakers push to ban commercial sloth imports after 58 deaths linked to Sloth World Orlando
Local authorities have concluded their investigations into the deaths of dozens of sloths connected to the failed Sloth World Orlando venture, but advocates and federal lawmakers are pushing for broader protections for the animals.
Local authorities have concluded their investigations into the deaths of dozens of sloths connected to the failed Sloth World Orlando venture, but advocates and federal lawmakers are pushing for broader protections for the animals.
Nationwide veterinary medication recall includes nearly 4,000 listings
A nationwide recall of compounded veterinary medications ranging from powders and pastes to topical sprays and gels, and including thousands of variants on the products, has been issued over concerns about their potency.
A nationwide recall of compounded veterinary medications ranging from powders and pastes to topical sprays and gels, and including thousands of variants on the products, has been issued over concerns about their potency.
4 rescued manatees return to Florida to be released into the wild
Four rescued manatees have been transported from Ohio to Florida, where they will continue to be rehabilitated with the ultimate goal of releasing them back into the wild.
Four rescued manatees have been transported from Ohio to Florida, where they will continue to be rehabilitated with the ultimate goal of releasing them back into the wild.
Polk County K9 Ace receives custom prosthetic leg after line-of-duty shooting
A retired Polk County K9 is running and playing once again after being fitted with a custom artificial limb following a line-of-duty shooting in August.
A retired Polk County K9 is running and playing once again after being fitted with a custom artificial limb following a line-of-duty shooting in August.
Teen recovering after attack by 5 dogs, father recounts desperate rescue
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
Bakso the tiger to leave Disney's Animal Kingdom this fall
Disney World announced Monday that the 2-year-old tiger named Bakso will leave Animal Kingdom and move to a different Association of Zoos & Aquariums-accredited zoo this fall.
Disney World announced Monday that the 2-year-old tiger named Bakso will leave Animal Kingdom and move to a different Association of Zoos & Aquariums-accredited zoo this fall.
Rescued horse recovering after alleged neglect in Flagler County
A horse found severely malnourished in Flagler County is recovering at a local rescue after authorities arrested the man accused of neglecting him.
A horse found severely malnourished in Flagler County is recovering at a local rescue after authorities arrested the man accused of neglecting him.
Wildlife advocates say proposed FWC sloth rules fall short after Sloth World deaths
Florida wildlife officials are seeking public input on proposed regulations for sloth ownership following the deaths of more than 50 sloths at Central Florida's Sloth World, but conservation groups say the changes fall short of preventing another tragedy.
Florida wildlife officials are seeking public input on proposed regulations for sloth ownership following the deaths of more than 50 sloths at Central Florida's Sloth World, but conservation groups say the changes fall short of preventing another tragedy.
Dozens of cats seek homes after Port Orange rescuer dies from terminal cancer
After a longtime animal advocate died, dozens of cats she rescued are now looking for homes as a Central Florida rescue works to care for them.
After a longtime animal advocate died, dozens of cats she rescued are now looking for homes as a Central Florida rescue works to care for them.
Florida HVAC worker accused of kicking 5-pound Chihuahua unconscious at Sanford home, police say
A Florida HVAC worker was arrested under suspicion of aggravated animal cruelty after he was caught on camera kicking a small 5-pound Chihuahua unconscious, and leaving it alone for several seconds, according to the Sanford Police Department.
A Florida HVAC worker was arrested under suspicion of aggravated animal cruelty after he was caught on camera kicking a small 5-pound Chihuahua unconscious, and leaving it alone for several seconds, according to the Sanford Police Department.
Dog stuck in Tampa storm drain rescued, recovering from health issues, Hillsborough officials say
A shih tzu was rescued from a storm drain Monday in Tampa after animal control officers and police found the dog stuck inside, according to Hillsborough County officials.
A shih tzu was rescued from a storm drain Monday in Tampa after animal control officers and police found the dog stuck inside, according to Hillsborough County officials.
Sloth World investigation closed without charges as calls for change grow
Two days after the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) closed its investigation into Sloth World without recommending criminal charges, reaction and calls for legislative change continue to build across Central Florida and the conservation community.
Two days after the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) closed its investigation into Sloth World without recommending criminal charges, reaction and calls for legislative change continue to build across Central Florida and the conservation community.
85 dogs, 11 horses rescued from Lake County property suspected as puppy mill
Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter.
Lake County deputies rescued 85 dogs from a Groveland home where authorities say the animals were living in waste and needed medical attention, placing additional strain on the county’s already busy animal shelter.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in Marion County sinkhole
Firefighters rescued a dog named Lada after she became trapped in a sinkhole at a home in northwest Marion County.
Firefighters rescued a dog named Lada after she became trapped in a sinkhole at a home in northwest Marion County.
K9 Ace becomes first canine patient saved by Tampa General Aeromed
K9 Ace is retiring at home after emergency air responders flew him to Manatee County veterinary hospital after he was shot by a suspect during a shootout in Polk County.
K9 Ace is retiring at home after emergency air responders flew him to Manatee County veterinary hospital after he was shot by a suspect during a shootout in Polk County.
Loose dog attacks 3-month-old Yorkie pup in Orlando neighborhood: 'It started charging us'
A late-night bathroom break in the front yard turned into a nightmare for a Florida family when their three-month-old puppy was attacked by a loose dog in the neighborhood.
A late-night bathroom break in the front yard turned into a nightmare for a Florida family when their three-month-old puppy was attacked by a loose dog in the neighborhood.
Polk County K9 Ace's surgery paid for by Tampa couple's non-profit
A Tampa non-profit organization has stepped in to cover all medical expenses for a Polk County Sheriff's Office dog who had his leg amputated after being shot in the line of duty last week.
A Tampa non-profit organization has stepped in to cover all medical expenses for a Polk County Sheriff's Office dog who had his leg amputated after being shot in the line of duty last week.
Ocala horse owners take extra precautions during extreme heat
As dangerous heat bears down on Central Florida, horse owners are taking extra precautions to protect animals from heat-related illness, particularly those with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable.
As dangerous heat bears down on Central Florida, horse owners are taking extra precautions to protect animals from heat-related illness, particularly those with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable.
Kitten thrown from moving car into traffic in Melbourne
A helpless kitten is lucky to be alive after being thrown from a moving vehicle into oncoming traffic on the Space Coast.
A helpless kitten is lucky to be alive after being thrown from a moving vehicle into oncoming traffic on the Space Coast.
New data reveals the most popular dog breeds in each state
New data from pet sitting platform TrustedHousesitters has revealed the most popular dog breed in each state.
New data from pet sitting platform TrustedHousesitters has revealed the most popular dog breed in each state.