Wildlife rescue in Volusia County faces uncertainty after foreclosure
A Volusia County wildlife rescue, Samadhi Wildlife, is facing eviction after a foreclosure on its property.
A Volusia County wildlife rescue, Samadhi Wildlife, is facing eviction after a foreclosure on its property.
Pooch rescued from dogfighting operation as 'bait dog' ready for new home on the Space Coast
When rescuers first found Teddy, his injuries told a story before anyone said a word. Large patches of fur were missing, replaced by wounds, bites and cuts covering much of his body.
When rescuers first found Teddy, his injuries told a story before anyone said a word. Large patches of fur were missing, replaced by wounds, bites and cuts covering much of his body.
Emaciated dog finally gaining weight after months of malnutrition
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
A dog found severely malnourished after being adopted from a shelter is showing signs of recovery, as the people accused of abusing her face criminal charges, authorities said.
The 'Ritz' for horses: World Equestrian Center keeps animals comfortable during Florida cold snap
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
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.
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.
Over a dozen baby raccoons nurtured back to health after abandoned in Brevard
More than a dozen orphans are being rehabbed after their moms were re-located or the babies were left behind.
More than a dozen orphans are being rehabbed after their moms were re-located or the babies were left behind.
Baby dolphin rescued on New Smyrna Beach, recovering at SeaWorld
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.
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.
Photos: Dolphin calf found stranded on New Smyrna Beach
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
According to officials, a dolphin calf was found stranded on the beach on Wednesday.
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.
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.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped under Orlando overpass
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
The crew was able to bring the dog to Animal Control, which then took it to a shelter.
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.
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.
ICE detainer issued for Cuba citizen suspected of stealing 4 Osteen horses; 2 horses recovered
Florida authorities have arrested a man in connection to a report of four horses taken from a property in Osteen last week.
Florida authorities have arrested a man in connection to a report of four horses taken from a property in Osteen last week.
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.
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.
Woman urges hit-and-run driver to come forward after crash kills her dog
A Satellite Beach woman says a maroon SUV hit her and her two dogs before fleeing, killing one of the pets.
A Satellite Beach woman says a maroon SUV hit her and her two dogs before fleeing, killing one of the pets.
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.
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.
Video: Florida snake slithers into car while driver waits in drive-thru line
A Florida driver waiting in line at a Pollo Tropical drive-thru got more than what he bargained for on Monday.
A Florida driver waiting in line at a Pollo Tropical drive-thru got more than what he bargained for on Monday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.