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.

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.

Ocala woman bitten by dog while feeding homeless, vows to continue mission

An Ocala woman is recovering from injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog while distributing food to the homeless over the weekend.

Florida duck that terrorized neighborhood moved to new home

A Muscovy duck that gained internet fame for terrorizing a Cape Coral neighborhood has found a new home in Central Florida.

Man charged with animal cruelty after video surfaces in Brevard County

A Brevard County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after a home security camera allegedly captured him choking and hitting his dog in a disturbing incident from March.

Loose Central Florida kangaroo captured; owner facing charges

A kangaroo that was spotted hopping down a road in Saint Cloud, Florida, has been safely captured and is now staying at the Amazing Animals Wildlife Preserve.

Deadly Florida bear attack: Man, dog killed after encountering black bear in South Florida, FWC says

A black bear killed a man and a dog in a rural area of South Florida, east of Naples and near the Big Cypress Wildlife Management Area, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Gatorland Global's conservation efforts reach new milestone with nonprofit status

Gatorland is expanding their conservation efforts as the popular adventure theme park announces Gatorland Global has secured 501(c)(3) not-for-profit status.