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.

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.

Baby dolphin rescued on New Smyrna Beach, recovering at SeaWorld
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.