Hurt dog found abandoned in Florida dumpster, later euthanized; suspect arrested
A 79-year-old man was arrested on a felony animal cruelty charge after deputies said an injured dog was found inside a dumpster behind a Kissimmee business.
A 79-year-old man was arrested on a felony animal cruelty charge after deputies said an injured dog was found inside a dumpster behind a Kissimmee business.
Florida man accused of killing dog after facing eviction, police say
An Apopka man is accused of animal cruelty after investigators say he killed his dog and buried it on the property where he lived after being unable to find a new home for the animal.
An Apopka man is accused of animal cruelty after investigators say he killed his dog and buried it on the property where he lived after being unable to find a new home for the animal.
Dog allegedly stolen and held for ransom returned to owner after missing for weeks
A dog allegedly stolen while its owner was across the country has been safely returned, authorities said.
A dog allegedly stolen while its owner was across the country has been safely returned, authorities said.
AI scammers target Michigan family searching for missing Yorkie in Florida
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
What began as a routine rest stop during a family’s drive from Michigan to southwest Florida has turned into a multistate search for a missing 6-year-old Yorkshire terrier.
Florida woman, neighbor mauled while saving dog from Pitbull attack
A woman and her neighbor were injured after she said a loose dog attacked them during an afternoon walk in a Seminole County neighborhood.
A woman and her neighbor were injured after she said a loose dog attacked them during an afternoon walk in a Seminole County neighborhood.
Car crash survivor reunited with dog lost during accident
A dog that ran off after a serious car crash along the Indian River County and Brevard County line has been found and reunited with her owner after days of searching by volunteers.
A dog that ran off after a serious car crash along the Indian River County and Brevard County line has been found and reunited with her owner after days of searching by volunteers.
Woman injured in crash pleads for help finding missing dog: 'She’s my whole world'
A woman recovering in the hospital after a car crash is pleading for help finding her dog, which ran off during the accident.
A woman recovering in the hospital after a car crash is pleading for help finding her dog, which ran off during the accident.
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.