Authorities search for teens accused of harming gopher tortoise in DeLand

Authorities in Florida are searching for two teenagers accused of spraying expanding foam insulation into the mouth of a gopher tortoise in DeLand, an incident wildlife officials are investigating as possible animal cruelty.

AI-generated images used in scam targeting owners of missing dog

A Florida family searching for their missing dog says scammers used AI-generated images to try to extort nearly $2,800 by falsely claiming the pet needed emergency surgery after being hit by a car.

Man accused of beating Chihuahua arrested in Brevard County

A man in Brevard County is accused of severely beating a Chihuahua after the dog urinated on a bed, authorities said.

Cats found in deplorable conditions at DeLand inn; several dead

Authorities in Volusia County are investigating after 19 cats were found in deplorable conditions at a DeLand inn.

Disney: Red river hog piglets born at Animal Kingdom Lodge

Three red river hog piglets born at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will soon make their public debut at the resort's savanna.

Southeast Volusia County Humane Society discusses the importance of National Puppy Day and previews upcoming event
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National Puppy Day was created to bring awareness to the dangers of adopting from puppy mills. Wendy Bentley from the Southeast Volusia Humane Society discusses why it's better to adopt and not shop when looking for a fur baby. Bently also tells us about upcoming events including the kitten show and low-cost pet shot clinic. 

2 dogs rescued after being found caged, allegedly abandoned in Titusville lot

Two young mixed-breed puppies were rescued after being found in a cage in an empty Titusville lot, authorities and animal welfare officials said.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.