Search underway for dog that fled after owner struck by car in Daytona Beach Shores

A search is underway for a missing dog that ran away after he and his owner were struck by a car earlier this week in Daytona Beach Shores, family members said.

Baby dolphin rescued on New Smyrna Beach, recovering at SeaWorld
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A baby dolphin that washed ashore in Volusia County is now on the road to recovery at SeaWorld after being rescued by a passerby. A local photographer, Shelly Lynch, alerted by a jogger, quickly called the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute nonprofit team for help.

Florida animal abuse registry criticized as shelters say state list falls short

A statewide registry created through legislation dubbed “Dexter's Law,” is designed to help identify people with a history of animal abuse is drawing criticism from animal welfare officials who say the database lacks enough information to be useful.

Florida turtles stuffed in socks recovered in illegal animal trafficking case

Federal authorities intercepted hundreds of box turtles smuggled out of the United States after discovering the animals hidden inside socks and falsely labeled as plastic toys in New York, officials said.

Shot, abandoned cat ‘Gracie' finds new home for the holidays

Gracie, an 8-month-old cat who was abandoned at a county animal shelter with multiple bullet fragments lodged in her head, has recovered and found a permanent home in time for the holidays.

8 rescued monkeys begin new lives at Gainesville sanctuary

A multi-state federal investigation into illegal animal trafficking led to the seizure of eight primates. The suspect at the center of the investigation has previously been convicted on similar animal trafficking charges.

Service dog survives rattlesnake bite after life-saving ER trip in Ocala

Konah is a good dog. He became part of the family when he was needed the most. Recently, he went outside to use the bathroom and returned unusually early. That's when his owner knew something wasn't right.

Special needs horse therapy center in Cocoa struggling with flooding: 'Really hard'

It’s been a wet month all across Central Florida, and low-lying areas are feeling that even more. The Harmony Farms Equine Assisted Therapy off Pluckebaum Road is underwater.

Criminal charges against man accused of abandoning Trooper the dog during Hurricane Milton dropped

Criminal charges against the suspect who was accused of abandoning Troopers the dog along I-75 during Hurricane Milton evacuations were dropped by the Hillsborough State Attorney's Office. 

Florida veteran says he was denied Uber ride because of service dog: 'Slapped in the face'

A Central Florida veteran says an Uber driver refused to take him to the airport, claiming his service dog needed a muzzle and that pets weren’t allowed — a move the company says violates both federal law and its own policy.

Man sues St. Cloud after K-9 bite during police encounter

A lawsuit has been filed against the city of St. Cloud after a 71-year-old man, Manuel Martinez, was bitten by a police K-9 during a confrontation outside his home. New body camera footage provides additional details of the encounter, showing the K-9 attack and the aftermath.

Massive iguana wrangled by Daytona Beach police officers

Daytona Beach police officers had an unusual call this week — a massive iguana roaming through a neighborhood.

Volusia County considers new dog-friendly stretches of Daytona Beach

Parts of Daytona Beach could soon be going to the dogs — literally. City and county leaders are considering a proposal to create a new dog-friendly beach area, joining neighboring Ormond Beach in welcoming furry visitors.