Bird once extinct in the wild makes comeback with help from Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A bird once declared extinct in the wild is making a comeback in Central Florida, thanks in part to efforts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which is playing a crucial role in global conservation.
Man allegedly shot his dog, frustrated over losing power from Hurricane Milton, sheriff says
A Brevard County man has been arrested on animal cruelty charges for allegedly shooting and killing his dog during Hurricane Milton.
Over 2 dozen sick, injured kittens saved by Brevard County rescue during Hurricane Milton
Over two dozen kittens were saved by a cat rescue on the Space Coast during Hurricane Milton.
UF marks anniversary of groundbreaking canine open-heart surgery program
The University of Florida is celebrating the first anniversary of its pioneering Canine Open Heart Surgery Program, the only one of its kind in the U.S.
Rare spider monkey hugs spark new research at Florida Tech, Brevard Zoo
An uncommon embrace has Florida Tech professors studying new social behaviors in spider monkeys at the Brevard Zoo.
7-foot shark was eaten by even bigger shark, researchers suspect
A pregnant 7-foot porbeagle shark appeared to have been eaten by an even larger shark in what researchers believe is the first such evidence of the ocean hunter becoming the hunted.
Woman visiting Disney World adopts kitten found in Animal Kingdom parking lot
Beatriz Sharma’s recent visit to Disney's Animal Kingdom took an unexpected turn when she brought home a unique souvenir — a kitten found in the parking lot.
Florida restaurant owner accused of discrimination after incident with service dog
A restaurant owner in Bunnell, Florida, faces accusations of discrimination following an incident involving a man and his service dog.
SeaWorld Orlando welcomes new baby flamingo, 'Fiesta'
SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating the arrival of a new addition to their family: "Fiesta," the park's first and only baby flamingo of the season.
SPCA of Brevard rescues dogs from Hurricane Debby's path
Several dogs were saved from Hurricane Debby, thanks to the SPCA of Brevard.
Rare albino alligator hatches in Florida: 'Estimated 100 to 200 in the world'
A rare albino alligator has hatched from a successful breeding program in Florida.
Brevard Zoo rehabilitates, releases loggerhead turtle back to sea
The Brevard Zoo has been working tirelessly over the last three months to get Jupiter, a loggerhead turtle, back home.
Bear seemingly tightrope-walks across fence in Florida neighborhood: 'Let it do its thing'
A balancing bear stole the show in a Florida neighborhood last week – and no, the circus wasn't in town!
Cat owner warns other pet owners about dangers of coyotes; cat attacked, killed
Prowling coyotes in the Greater Pines neighborhood in Clermont are scaring residents and pet owners.
Brevard sheriff expands alleged puppy mill investigation across state lines
One dog rescued from an alleged puppy mill in Brevard County died on Friday as the Brevard Sheriff expands investigation across state lines.
Woman charged with 38 counts of animal cruelty in alleged puppy mill
A woman faces 38 counts of animal cruelty after authorities said they discovered an alleged puppy mill in Merritt Island. Many of the dogs found were severely ill, according to deputies.
Emotional support Pomeranian named 'BoJack' loses eye after pit bull attack at Kissimmee apartment complex
An emotional support dog named BoJack needs surgery after his owners say he was attacked by a pit bull at their Osceola County apartment complex.
Florida couple shares details of attack by pit bull rescue they adopted
A Florida couple has shared their harrowing experience after being attacked by their rescue dog, leading to the dog’s death at the hands of deputies.
Florida pit bull taken from man who allegedly beat it with chain has new owner
A pit bull that was rescued from a suspected animal abuser in early February has a new owner, according to the shelter that has been caring for the dog.
New Smyrna Beach couple 'mauled' by 'vicious' pit bull rescue dog in their own home: 'Tearing their flesh'
A New Smyrna Beach couple were "viciously" attacked by their pit bull rescue in their own home, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office.