15 hours agoFlorida lawmakers hope to increase penalties for bear poachingCracking down on bear poaching is the focus of a bill that passed through its final House committee Thursday morning.
1 day agoFlorida brewery features dogs up for adoption on beer cans4 packs and cases are available exclusively at Motorworks Brewing with proceeds going to support Shelter Manatee.
1 day agoA terminally ill rescue dog became a police K-9 for a day Police in Pasco, Washington, turned a rescue pup with an inoperable tumor into a dashing police K9.
2 days agoDomestic abusers could lose contact with petsVictims of domestic violence could request that judges temporarily prevent abusers from having contact with pets, under a bill approved Tuesday by a House panel.
Australia is dropping veggies from helicopters for hungry animals escaping bushfiresThe mission is known as Operation Rock Wallaby.
Newborn right whale injured after being struck by propeller off Georgia coastThe fourth right whale calf of the season has already been injured off the coast of Georgia, officials say.
3rd right whale calf spotted this seasonWe’re kick-starting the 2020 year with another right whale calf sighting.
Grinch completes community service at pet adoption eventThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has teamed up with the Flagler Humane Society to host the Santa Paws Food Drive and Adoption Event on Tuesday.
Dog park on ice Sunday to benefit Jacksonville Humane SocietyInaugural dog park on ice at Jacksonville Ice & Sportsplex will benefit the Jacksonville Humane Society.
Memorial service to be held for retired Marine Corps K-9The public is invited to attend a service with full military honors for retired United States Marine Corps K-9 working dog Sgt. Ellie T233.
Jacksonville Zoo manatee release postponed because of injuryBriarRose, a manatee treated at the Jacksonville Zoo since March, is being released back to Florida waters today.
As manatees migrate, rescuers ready to step inManatee rescues are in the news as the mammals migrate for warmer waters.
We dare you not to laugh: Pig chases reporter on live TVThe anchor could not hold back his amusement at the sight of this hilarious and unexpected live shot.
Florida wild turkeys: Conservation success story face pressures againTurkeys have a long, rich history in the Sunshine State and are a recent conservation success story.
Ask the Vet: Ensuring pet safety during ThanksgivingThanksgiving is just days away, and we all want to include our pets in the festivities during the holidays.
Trump honors Conan the hero dog at White HousePresident Donald Trump recognized Conan, the hero dog who was injured during a raid which led to the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, at the White House on Mond...
Koala dies one week after rescue from Australia bushfire Ellenborough Lewis, the koala who shot to internet fame after being rescued last week from massive wildfires that engulfed the Australian state of New South Wales, has di...
Calving season brings right whales to Florida coastThere are 400 right whales left, and over the weekend, a whale was spotted near Mayport.
Bill adds teeth to fight against bear poaching in FloridaPoaching black bears out of season in Florida would carry stiffer penalties under a proposal unanimously approved by a House panel Wednesday.
State seeks to scuttle greyhound lawsuitAttorney General Ashley Moody, Gov. Ron DeSantis and his administration have asked a federal judge to toss out a lawsuit challenging a 2018 constitutional amendment that ...
Proposal would provide immunity for treating injured police dogsParamedics and emergency medical technicians would be immune from criminal and civil liabilities when treating an injured police canine, under a bill filed Friday.
FWC and Jacksonville Zoo team up to protect Florida batsThe Jacksonville Zoo is working with Florida Fish and Wildlife to protect bats in Florida.
Bus driver, his dog diagnosed with same type of cancer weeks apartA Jacksonville Transportation Authority bus driver and his best friend, a rescue dog, were recently diagnosed with the same type of cancer just weeks apart.
Jacksonville Zoo offering free admission for kids in NovemberIt's "Kids Free November" at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens!
K9s for Warriors hopes expansion will shorten wait time for veteransK9s for Warriors is expanding with the hope of shortening the time veterans spend on its waitlist.
FWC busts wildlife trafficking ring smuggling thousands of turtlesTwo Florida men have been charged for poaching thousands of turtles from the wild and selling them illegally, The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) ...
Senator seeks to protect dogs during bad weatherPeople who leave dogs outside and unattended during freezing temperatures or other severe weather could face up to a year in jail or a fine of up to $5,000, under a measu...
'One in a million' yellow cardinal spotted in FloridaAn extremely rare yellow cardinal was spotted and photographed in Port St. Lucie on Saturday.
Florida wildlife officials look to address bear population without huntUnder a proposed new management plan, Florida wildlife officials are not recommending the state hold another bear hunt.
State eyes bear management strategiesTechniques to manage Florida's black bear population over the next decade, including the possibility of regulated hunting, are outlined in the draft of an updated 10-year...
Pit Sisters dog rescue shuts down, citing financial troublesPit Sisters, a Northeast Florida-based animal rescue group, is shutting down its operation after eight years, citing financial problems and a range of other issues.
Campus minister blesses therapy dogs at UNFFor the first time, the University of North Florida hosted a Blessing of the Companion Animals.
River otter pups to make debut at Jacksonville Zoo SaturdayFour giant river otter pups will make their public debut at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. The three females and one male are the first of the endangered species to be...
Nassau Humane rescues some of 97 dogs saved in Bahamas homeThe viral story of a woman in the Bahamas who rescued 97 dogs in her home during Hurricane Dorian now has a local twist.
Florida middle schooler smuggles bearded dragon into schoolA Florida student had some explaining to do Monday after smuggling her bearded dragon into school.
'Nassau helping Nassau': Shelter's relief efforts go beyond animalsOne Northeast Florida organization launched an effort, "Nassau helping Nassau," to help both people and animals across the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian.
State could step in to protect Key deerFlorida will use state rules to protect Key deer if the animals are removed from the federal endangered species list, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Ex...
LIST: 4 tips to prepare pets for a hurricaneA nonprofit animal clinic in Northeast Florida offers four tips to prepare pets for a hurricane.
Diamondback rattlesnake removed from Middleburg backyardA Middleburg family had quite the scare when they spotted a quite large rattlesnake in their backyard.
