Pet Care

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Dog Dies After Picking Up Firework As Owner Faces Felony Charge

St. Petersburg owner faces a felony animal cruelty charge after their dog died picking up a firework.

Dog Dies After Picking Up Firework As Owner Faces Felony Charge

St. Petersburg owner faces a felony animal cruelty charge after their dog died picking up a firework.

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Ten Dogs Removed After Horrific Attack Reveals Deeper Cruelty Case

Somber look at the Hialeah dog attack, alleged owner negligence, and urgent animal welfare concerns.

Ten Dogs Removed After Horrific Attack Reveals Deeper Cruelty Case

Somber look at the Hialeah dog attack, alleged owner negligence, and urgent animal welfare concerns.

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Dogs Found Freezing With No Food As Owner Faces Cruelty Charge

Somber report: Paragould animal cruelty case highlights dangers of winter neglect and need for emergency veterinary care.

Dogs Found Freezing With No Food As Owner Faces Cruelty Charge

Somber report: Paragould animal cruelty case highlights dangers of winter neglect and need for emergency veterinary care.

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Puppy Found Dead In Crate As Two People Face Cruelty Charges

Somber report on an 11-month-old terrier mix's death and charges of aggravated animal cruelty in North Fort Myers.

Puppy Found Dead In Crate As Two People Face Cruelty Charges

Somber report on an 11-month-old terrier mix's death and charges of aggravated animal cruelty in North Fort Myers.

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Dangerous Tethering Laws Leave Dogs Exposed

A dog tied outside can be trapped in heat, cold, storms, or direct sun with no way to reach safety. Nassau County has passed one of the strictest anti-tethering laws...

Dangerous Tethering Laws Leave Dogs Exposed

A dog tied outside can be trapped in heat, cold, storms, or direct sun with no way to reach safety. Nassau County has passed one of the strictest anti-tethering laws...

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Judge Bars Woman From Owning Animals After Starvation Case

Grim Forrest County animal cruelty case sparks concern as arrested woman faces aggravated charges, $20,000 bond, and mental evaluation.

Judge Bars Woman From Owning Animals After Starvation Case

Grim Forrest County animal cruelty case sparks concern as arrested woman faces aggravated charges, $20,000 bond, and mental evaluation.