Florida reclassifies xylazine as controlled substance, keeps access for veterinarians
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Wednesday that the state has moved to reclassify xylazine, an animal sedative, as a Schedule I controlled substance with an exemption for veterinary use.
Unleashed dog kills nearly 2 dozen newly born sea turtles in Florida, officials say
Volunteers with the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol in Northeast Florida say 23 hatchlings were recently found dead along the surf in Atlantic Beach, with evidence that suggests the juveniles were killed during a vicious dog attack.
Flagler County cemetery damaged by wild hog invasion
A Flagler County cemetery is dealing with extensive damage to its grounds, prompting staff to call in professionals to trap the animal culprits.
Firefighters rescue young coyote trapped in drain pipe in Flagler Beach
Firefighters rescued a young coyote trapped inside a drain pipe along in Flagler Beach on Monday evening.
3 Florida men arrested, 53 spiny lobsters confiscated in illegal catch: FWC
Three Florida men were recently arrested in connection with an illegal catch where 53 spiny lobsters were confiscated, according to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
New manta ray species discovered off off the coast of Florida
Marine researchers have identified a new species of manta ray off the coast of Florida, marking only the third known manta ray species in the world.
Florida man arrested for animal cruelty after setting traps to kill cats: deputies
A Florida man was arrested after deputies found a bloodied dead cat in his trash can and animal traps outside his home.
Rare twin foals born in Central Florida defy the odds: Meet 'Lucky' and 'Charm'
A Central Florida mare is recovering alongside her two newborns after delivering an extremely rare set of twin foals — a birth veterinarians say almost never results in three surviving horses.
Florida woman accused of animal cruelty after horse found emaciated: Sheriff's Office
A Marion County woman has been arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after deputies discovered a severely malnourished horse at her home, authorities said.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium rescues 4 rare rough-toothed dolphins
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) has welcomed four rare female rough-toothed dolphins into its care.
Daytona Beach puppy left in trash compactor: $2,500 reward offered for tip leading to arrest
A $2,500 reward is now being offered for the conviction of the person(s) allegedly responsible for leaving a puppy in a Daytona Beach trash compactor last week.
WATCH: Florida kitten with head stuck in pipe rescued by deputies, named 'Piper'
Florida deputies recently came to the rescue of a kitten who had its head stuck in a pipe, and the entire rescue mission was caught on bodycam. The kitten was given the name “Piper" to commemorate her rescue.
Volusia County woman attacked by 2 dogs while delivering food to Ormond Beach home: Records
A Volusia County woman was seriously injured after being attacked last month by two dogs while delivering food to an Ormond Beach home, records show.
Puppy rescued from trash compactor at Daytona Beach apartment complex
A puppy is recovering after being rescued from a trash compactor at a Daytona Beach apartment complex, where a couple happened to be in the right place at the right time.
Deer struggling in ocean off Flagler Beach rescued by lifeguards: 'We save lives'
Lifeguards in Florida are trained to save lives — but they never expected to rescue a deer from the Atlantic Ocean.
12 dogs saved by Marion County firefighters after home engulfed in flames
Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night.
Guinea pigs abandoned in Orlando spark rescue effort, search for homes
Animal rescue groups are scrambling to find homes for dozens of guinea pigs after nearly 60 were found abandoned along a roadside in Orlando last week.
Lake Wales animal cruelty case: Multiple arrests, 1 horse dead on scene
A Lake Wales man was arrested Sunday on felony animal cruelty charges after Polk County deputies discovered severely neglected horses and goats on his property, including one horse that died before detectives arrived.
Port Orange dump site causes concerns for wildlife after 2 raccoons spotted with jars stuck on their heads
A large dumping ground in Port Orange has residents concerned for wildlife after two raccoons were recently spotted wandering around with jars stuck on their heads. One of the animals later died, and the search is now on for the second raccoon, with locals remaining hopeful they can help to rescue it.
Unusual surge of 9-armed sea stars reported along Florida’s Space Coast
An unusual and rare sighting is sparking excitement along Florida’s Space Coast, where beachgoers are reporting a surge in appearances of nine-armed sea stars washed ashore.