Forecast: Falling iguanas in South Florida
The National Weather Service usually sticks to atmospheric weather events, but the agency made a special exception and expanded forecasting criteria to include things falling from above.
Domestic abusers could lose contact with pets if bill in Florida legislature passes
Victims of domestic violence could request that judges temporarily prevent abusers from having contact with pets, under a bill approved Tuesday by a House panel.
Manatees huddle for warmth at Blue Spring State Park
While the air is a cool 40 to 50 degrees, the water is much warmer at 72 degrees, which keeps those manatees warm.
Cross-eyed husky Jubilee finds forever home in New Jersey
Jubilee, a cross-eyed 4-year-old husky, has found her forever family in New Jersey after allegedly being deemed "unsellable" by a breeder.
Florida gets federal aid to fight animal diseases
The grants "will enhance not only the state’s animal industries and emergency preparedness, but the health of Florida’s animals and residents."
5 Asian small-clawed otter pups born at Florida zoo
The zoo urges guests to keep the area surrounding the otter home quiet as the new parents care for their five little ones.
Dogs evacuated after Puerto Rico earthquakes searching for new homes in Central Florida
Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando took in 28 dogs over the weekend and are currently treating and caring for them while they wait to be adopted
Pitbull who survived 15 tumors, emaciation is healthy and ready to adopt, foster group says
The foster group described Lulu as kid-friendly, spunky and fun, loves to cuddle, and is completely vetted.
Baby koala born at Miami Zoo, named 'Hope' to show support for Australian wildlifes
The zoo hopes that the koala, who has been named Hope, will bring a small ray of hope to those suffering from the devastating Australian fires.
First responders rescue dog trapped in icy pond
First responders in Massachusetts braved icy waters to rescue a dog that fell through an icy pond.
Owner reunited with Chihuahua that went missing after a car crash on New Year's Eve
Detectives returned to the crash site daily to search for him and leave food out.
Hero shelter dog who donated blood to dogs in need finds new home
A hero shelter dog who donated blood to help save two other dogs has found a forever home.
Some shelters report uptick in surrendered animals after the holidays but national orgs say that's not a trend
Many local shelters reported an uptick in surrendered animals after the holidays, but national organizations say that gifted animals don't pose a higher risk of abandonment.
Checkers, Drunkard, Barney, Bo: Presidential pets have inhabited the White House since its beginning
Bo and Sunny, the two Portuguese water dogs adopted by then-President Barack Obama, were some of the most famous four-legged White House inhabitants of all time, but they certainly weren’t the first.
Man charged with animal cruelty after five pit bulls taken from home
A man from Mount Dora was arrested on charges of animal cruelty after investigators took five pit bulls from his property.
Christmas miracle: Man reunited with beloved dog missing for 5 months just in time for holiday
Four days before Christmas, an Ohio man got the best gift he could have asked for when his beloved silver lab, Lucy, was returned to him after five months of being lost.
Dogs can count, especially when it comes to treats: study
A new study reveals man’s best friend is capable of counting-- especially their treats.
Fishtown couple adopts malnourished, elderly dog after she wanders into their home during storm
When a couple's front door swung open during a storm in Fishtown, an emaciated 9-year-old dog sought shelter inside. Now, she has a forever home.
Pinellas Park police horse goes through Starbucks drive-thru line
Even horses need their caffeine fix, apparently!