Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces in Brevard County
A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.
'Fishnapped': Beloved betta stolen from Satellite Beach Top Gun-themed restaurant
A beloved pet Siamese fighting fish, also known as a betta fish, was stolen from a restaurant in Satellite Beach.
Horses on Polk County property left for weeks without food and water, owner arrested: ‘Severely malnourished’
A Polk County man is behind bars after deputies said he neglected six horses, all of which were found severely malnourished on his property. One of the horses died.
Loose Central Florida kangaroo captured; owner facing charges
A kangaroo that was spotted hopping down a road in Saint Cloud, Florida, has been safely captured and is now staying at the Amazing Animals Wildlife Preserve.
Florida deputy rescues six tiny ducklings after mother duck hit by car
A Florida deputy recently rescued six tiny ducklings that were left abandoned after their mother was struck by a passing car.
Kangaroo on the loose in Central Florida caught on camera
A kangaroo was spotted hopping along a busy St. Cloud road on Monday, alarming nearby residents.
Deadly Florida bear attack: Man, dog killed after encountering black bear in South Florida, FWC says
A black bear killed a man and a dog in a rural area of South Florida, east of Naples and near the Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Gatorland Global's conservation efforts reach new milestone with nonprofit status
Gatorland is expanding their conservation efforts as the popular adventure theme park announces Gatorland Global has secured 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status.
Monkey spotted in Mount Dora neighborhood; HOA issues warning to residents
A wild monkey was recently spotted on the loose in a Mount Dora neighborhood, and both officials and HOA leaders are warning residents not to engage with the animal.
Florida 'dangerous dog' bill: Parents of boy mauled to death by dogs optimistic bill will become law
Florida’s dangerous dog bill is one step closer to becoming law. On Monday, the bill passed unanimously in the Florida Senate. The week before, it passed unanimously in the Florida House. Now, it heads to Governor Ron DeSantis’ desk.
Florida man dives into lake to save wounded eagle: 'This is the symbol of America man'
A Lakewood Ranch man said he dived into a lake with no hesitation to rescue a wounded eagle on Saturday.
Emu and dogs have a blast playing chase at Florida farm
An emu who grew up with a dog was seen having a blast playing a game of chase with two of his canine pals at their farm home in Vero Beach, Florida.
Florida wedding crash: Lion makes special appearance at Brevard Zoo ceremony
A couple recently had their Brevard Zoo wedding crashed by an unexpected friendly visitor, when a large lion made a special appearance to watch the happy pair speak their vows.
Abused puppy 'Sweetpea' to undergo surgery; $10K raised by FOX 35 viewers for her treatment
More than $10,000 was raised in hours to help Sweetpea, a puppy severely abused and left with a fractured skull.
Puppy, beaten beyond recognition, fighting for its life at Oviedo animal hospital
A 10-week-old puppy is fighting for its life after being badly beaten in Live Oak, Florida. The puppy was so severely swollen from its injuries, rescuers didn’t even know which breed she was.
Dad feels like 'coolest Papi' while introducing daughter to dolphin pal
A dad in St Petersburg, Florida, said that a friendly dolphin made him "the coolest papi" when he was able to introduce it to his daughter.
21 horses killed in Marion County barn fire, officials say
An early morning barn fire in Marion County has claimed the lives of 21 horses, officials say. Firefighters said they found the 10,000-square-foot, single-story barn fully engulfed in flames, and the roof had collapsed on top of the structure.
Giraffe calf makes debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, highlighting conservation efforts
A newborn Masai giraffe calf made his big debut this morning at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, stepping into the Harambe Wildlife Reserve for the first time.
Florida officials weigh first bear hunt in a decade amid controversy
Florida officials are considering a bear hunt in December to manage the growing black bear population.
Florida woman allegedly drowned dog in airport bathroom after pet denied boarding, police say
A Florida woman allegedly drowned her dog in an airport bathroom after she was told she could not board her flight with the pet because she didn't have the proper paperwork, an official arrest affidavit shows.