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Humane Society of Broward introduces Kira, an energetic pup ready for adoption

The Humane Society of Broward County is hoping to find a forever home for Kira, a 1-year-old Labrador mix with boundless energy and a sweet personality.

Years of anonymous calls reporting abuse failed to save dog found dead, tied to lawn mower

After three years of repeated phone calls to authorities, reporting animal abuse and cruelty, a Dania Beach resident discovered her biggest fear: the dog she felt was neglected and mistreated was found dead.

Miami-Dade Animal Services seeks ‘furever’ home for Kim, other furry friends

From playful pups to cuddly cats, Miami-Dade County Animal Services is spotlighting adoptable animals this summer while also reminding the public about how to prevent pets from getting lost.

Families heartbroken after dogs go missing while in care of highly-rated sitter

We are in summer vacation season right now, a time when plenty of pet parents leave their loved ones with strangers or hire a sitter through a service.

Ms. Pickles adopted; Humane Society of Broward hopes to find owner for playful kitten Maeva

The Humane Society of Broward County is hoping to find loving homes for two of its furry residents — a spirited senior dog named Ms. Pickles and a playful kitten named Maeva.

Broward County Animal Care hopes to find forever home for Iris ahead of big adoption event

Broward County Animal Care is hoping to find a forever home for Iris, a 5-year-old dog described as a “love muffin,” just as the shelter launches a major pet adoption event this weekend.

Eco-friendly pest control company rescues bees for raw honey in Miami-Dade

Ana Angulo and Jean Loui Navarro are passionate about rescuing bees and they are hoping to change the local pest control industry.

Bulldog with heart of gold up for adoption at Humane Society of Broward

A 4-year-old bulldog named Acorn is looking for a forever home after his former family surrendered him to the Humane Society of Broward County, saying they no longer had time for him.

Florida animal organization offers $20 microchip special ahead of peak hurricane season

With hurricane season in full swing, SPCA Florida is encouraging pet owners to prepare by taking advantage of a limited-time microchip offer.

Panthers’ Sam Bennett scores big for homeless pets during Stanley Cup-winning season

Winning back-to-back Stanley Cup championships this year was just the beginning of many celebrations for Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett — thanks to his charity, Benny’s Buddies, which has made a big impact for homeless cats and dogs.

South Florida teen author combines love for pets, science

Plenty of high schoolers have their hands full with academics and extra-curricular activities already, but we found one special teenager that is already a self-published author focusing on the science behind saving animals.

Panthers’ Sam Bennett brings Conn Smythe Trophy — and adoption boost — to Humane Society of Broward

The Humane Society of Broward County received a surprise visit Saturday from Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett and his fiancée — and they brought along the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Broward County Animal Care to showcase adoptable pets at Petco Love Mega Adoption Event

Broward County Animal Care is preparing to showcase dozens of adoptable pets — including a lovable dog named Sully — during the Petco Love Mega Pet Adoption Event set for June 28, at Tree Tops Park in Davie.

Eco-tourism helps endangered sea turtles in Florida Keys

The Turtle Hospital, which has been open for about four decades in Marathon, is suffering from budget cuts, but eco-tourism has been helping.

Humane Society of Broward finds ‘furever’ home for cuddlebug Stella, kittens also up for adoption

A big-hearted dog with an even bigger personality is looking for her forever home, according to the Humane Society of Broward County.

Video shows moments man abandoned dog outside southwest Miami-Dade animal clinic in sweltering heat

Workers at a southwest Miami-Dade animal clinic are taking care of a dog that was abandoned outside their building.

Renting private space for dogs becomes more popular in South Florida with SniffSpot app

The network of an app that allows dog owners to rent a private space for their beloved pets to have off-leash play has been growing.

Humane Society of Broward hopes to find ‘furever’ homes for Manny, other dogs

The Humane Society of Broward County is calling on the public to open their homes to a growing number of puppies, including an 11-week-old shepherd mix named Manny, who appeared on Saturday morning’s “Adopt a Pet” segment.

Humane Society of Broward hopes to find ‘furever’ homes for Manny, other dogs

The Humane Society of Broward County is calling on the public to open their homes to a growing number of puppies, including an 11-week-old shepherd mix named Manny, who appeared on Saturday morning’s “Adopt a Pet” segment.

Video shows deadly cat mauling in Cutler Bay; dogs deemed aggressive, not ‘dangerous’

Two large dogs seen on video mauling a cat to death in a Cutler Bay backyard have been deemed “aggressive” by Miami-Dade Animal Services — but not “dangerous,” raising questions about what those labels actually mean.

Davie animal rescue offers horses for adoption

Local 10’s Animal Advocate Jacey Birch visited Peaceful Ridge Rescue in Davie on Friday, where horses are up for adoption alongside the usual cats and dogs.

South Florida animal rescue helps French bulldogs with disabilities live full lives

A Palm Beach County animal rescue group is giving disabled French bulldogs a second chance at life, as the popular breed faces increasing health complications tied to genetics and inbreeding.

Fort Lauderdale animal rescue group seeks to find ‘furever’ homes for pets of all sizes

Big dogs like Paige and Mushu often face longer odds in the shelter system — but rescue groups across South Florida are teaming up to make sure they get the second chance they deserve.

Owner surrenders pit bull that attacked 3 dogs, 3 people

Recently Local 10 News Animal Advocate Jacey Birch conducted a two-part investigation on a dog that was never deemed dangerous.

Animal Advocate raises awareness after Zorro is injured, Daisy dies

Millions were touched by the image of Grover protecting his brother Zorro after a driver struck him on Interstate 95 he broke three legs.

PAWS4you Rescue needs a home for 5 abandoned puppies

PAWS4you Rescue is in search of a forever home for two abandoned puppies in Miami-Dade County. 

Pit bull linked to multiple South Florida attacks still at home despite violations

A pit bull named Hercules has attacked multiple people and pets over the past year, yet authorities have struggled to designate the dog as dangerous, raising concerns about public safety.

Fort Lauderdale’s Good Luck Cat Café connects rescued felines with new homes

The Good Luck Cat Café in Fort Lauderdale is giving animal lovers a unique way to meet adoptable cats while enjoying a cozy atmosphere.

Miami high school students find joy, purpose in caring for emotional support dogs

Students in the special education program at Miami Southridge Senior High School have found an unlikely classmate who’s making a big difference in their lives – Charlie, a French bulldog who serves as their emotional support animal.

Animal rescue seeks home for Frenchie with spinal cord injury, cats saved from euthanasia

A South Florida animal rescue group is searching for a loving home for Bruno, a French bulldog with a spinal cord injury, while also working to find families for kittens rescued from the euthanasia list at Miami-Dade Animal Services.

‘This could’ve been a child’: Repeated attacks by pit bull raise concern in Broward community

A Lauderdale Lakes pet sitter is facing financial devastation after her client’s dog was brutally attacked by a larger, off-leash pit bull, highlighting growing concerns over dangerous pets in the community.

South Florida animal rescue seeks energetic pet parents for miniature pinschers

A South Florida animal rescue is searching for active pet parents to adopt a pair of energetic miniature pinscher mixes named Woody and Buzz.

Adopt don’t shop: South Florida no-kill shelter offers pets in need of forever homes

Finding the perfect pet for your family may require a visit to your local shelter, but Local 10 Animal Advocate Jacey Birch makes it easier by bringing the shelter to you.

Humane Society of Broward seeks furever home for ‘tuxable’ pup, Joy

The Humane Society of Broward County is hoping to find a forever home for Joy, a 2-year-old lab-bully mix described as sweet but timid.

Scammers use lost pet flyers to get to victims in South Florida

Anita Kadar said she was out of town when her pet sitter allowed Kutya, her Belgian shepherd, out to the fenced backyard of their home.

Paw Patrol Animal Rescue finds abandoned puppies in Redland

Paw Patrol Animal Rescue advocates recently found two puppies in Redland that need a new home and named them Goalie and Stanley.

Broward County Animal Care’s new director says shelter needs more support

The director of the Broward County Animal Care, a county shelter for animals in need of a new home, has been on the job since May.

VCA Walk for the Animals celebrates 35th anniversary in Fort Lauderdale

Hundreds of animal lovers and their four-legged companions gathered Saturday morning for the 35th annual VCA Walk for the Animals, the largest fundraiser for the Humane Society of Broward County.

Woman claims South Florida animal hospital charged her to remove dog’s spleen, only to find out it’s still there

Local 10 animal advocate Jacey Birch recently delved into allegations of a cat dying after receiving a blood transfusion of dog blood from a South Florida animal hospital, and now she is back with a follow-up investigation into Leader Animal Specialty Hospital.

Canine siblings’ bond survives unthinkable odds, but they still need a home

A grey and white dog had been hit by a car when it was found on the side of I-95 at Exit 10 in Miami-Dade County.

French bulldogs a popular breed with huge care costs

The French bulldog is the most popular dog in America, but it also wins the award for the most expensive.

Local animal advocate groups urge adopting senior pets for effortless companionship

Finding forever homes for dogs often focuses on playful puppies, but in South Florida, animal advocate groups are shining a light on senior pets.

Florida Keys fox sanctuary provides animal assisted therapy for children in South Florida shelter

Local 10 Animal Advocate Jacey Birch first introduced viewers to Pawsitive Beginnings, a non-profit fox sanctuary in the Florida Keys more than a year and a half ago. Now the non-profit is giving back to children in the community.

Abandoned pets in Fort Lauderdale need loving families

Some big-hearted dogs with even bigger personalities are looking for forever homes at Abandoned Pet Rescue in Fort Lauderdale.

South Florida pets receive new leash on life with donated human pacemakers

In a unique twist on organ donation, human pacemakers are being repurposed to save the lives of pets with failing hearts.

Animal rescue fights back against South Florida’s skyrocketing dog dumping problem

South Florida rescue groups and shelters are overwhelmed by a surge in abandoned dogs, a troubling trend that has intensified in the years since the pandemic ended.

South Florida pet owners warn of risks after dog dies following dental procedure

A South Florida family is mourning the loss of their beloved Chihuahua, Daisy, after a routine dental procedure led to her unexpected death.

South Florida nonprofit saves pets from deadly heartworms

A Homestead veterinary technician is making it his mission to save pets across South Florida, focusing on preventive care and affordable treatment for families in need.

South Florida woman warns of deadly Bufo toads after losing beloved dog

A silent killer is lurking in South Florida yards, and it’s claiming the lives of beloved pets.

South Florida animal rescue works to rehome pets displaced by storms, tornadoes

Local animal rescue groups like Saving Sage Animal Rescue are stepping up to care for pets in need and find them new homes.

South Florida animal rescue aims to tackle stray overpopulation crisis

An animal rescue in South Florida is addressing the region’s growing overpopulation of stray puppies by offering low-cost spaying and neutering services while working tirelessly to find homes for adoptable pets.

New Miami-Dade Animal Services director talks transparency, challenges and change

Miami-Dade Animal Services, the county-run shelter long plagued by overcrowding, controversies, and leadership turnover, is under new management.

Pelican Harbor Seabird Station breaks ground on new Miami home

Pelican Harbor Seabird Station celebrated the groundbreaking of its new facility on Monday, marking a significant milestone in its decades-long mission to rehabilitate and protect South Florida’s wildlife.

South Florida pet owners turn to at-home euthanasia for comfort, compassion

Many pet owners are choosing at-home euthanasia as a more compassionate alternative, allowing beloved animals to pass away peacefully in familiar surroundings.

Fort Lauderdale animal shelter helping special needs cats find forever homes

A pair of special needs cats are in special need of new pet parents.

Pelican rescued in September at Haulover Beach released back into wild

Local 10 was on Miami Beach Tuesday when a rehabilitated pelican was released back into the wild by a local nonprofit rescue group.

South Florida recovery center uses rescue dogs to boost sobriety success rates

Blue Waters Recovery Foundation in South Florida has taken a unique approach to addiction recovery by pairing sober living residents with rescue dogs, a strategy that founder Tiffany Skuraton says has transformed lives and raised the center’s sobriety success rate.

Animal Advocate: Local 10 News stops by Saving Grace and Her Furry Friends

Local 10′s Animal Advocate Jacey Birch visited Saving Grace and Her Furry Friends showing animals that are currently up for adoption.

Feral cat overpopulation sparks heated debate in South Florida

As feral cat populations surge across South Florida, communities clash over feeding practices and solutions. Animal advocates stress the need for unity and spaying/neutering programs to curb the issue.

Local 10 Animal Advocate visits Florida Humane Society in Pompano Beach

There are countless abandoned animals that are left on the streets of South Florida or dumped at shelters.

Adopt a pet at Anything’s Pawsible Rescue in Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade County-based nonprofit Anything’s Pawsible Rescue is searching for fosters and adopters.

‘It was murder!’: South Florida woman claims vet gave cat dog blood in botched transfusion

A South Florida woman is heartbroken after claiming a botched blood transfusion at a local animal hospital led her to euthanize her beloved cat.

Fort Lauderdale animal shelter seeks homes for over 150 lovable cats

Abandoned Pet Rescue in Fort Lauderdale is working hard to find permanent homes for more than 150 cats, all housed in their special “Cat Room.”

South Florida woman recalls terrifying dog attack while saving her poodle

A South Florida woman is recounting the harrowing details of an attack by a neighbor’s dog as she fought to protect her small poodle, Coco, who was being pulled from her arms.

Fort Lauderdale cat cafe creates fun experience for adopting a kitty in need of a home

With fall season upon us, you may be looking for a furry cuddle partner.

Miami-Dade breeder cited for animal cruelty after dogs found in deplorable conditions

A backyard breeder in northwest Miami-Dade was cited for animal cruelty after local animal advocates said they discovered dogs living in despicable conditions.

Trainer condemns Miami man after viral video shows apparent dog abuse

A man caught on camera allegedly abusing his dog on the balcony of a Miami high-rise is speaking out after a viral video sparked outrage.

South Florida animal rescue organization saves pets from euthanasia list

Local 10′s animal advocate Jacey Birch spoke about the efforts Monday of Anything’s Pawsible Rescue, a local organization dedicated to saving dogs from euthanasia and finding them loving homes.

Here’s why pet adoption contracts can lead to surprising challenges for new owners

For some pet adopters, the process can come with unexpected challenges — especially when it comes to the fine print of adoption contracts.

Discover adoptable cats at Fort Lauderdale cat cafe

Local 10 News is putting the spotlight on different animal rescue groups across South Florida.

Southwest Ranches ranch is home to horses, but also serves as safe haven for feral cats

In the heart of Southwest Ranches sits a special ranch, but it is not just home to horses.

Hidden South Florida gem boasts 20,000 exotic butterflies, birds under one roof

There is a very special place right in our South Florida backyard that you may forget about due to your day to day work and school flow, but with summer around the corner, you may have more time on your hands to grab your munchkins and visit some of our hidden gems that get all the tourist attraction attention.

Many people now including pets in their estate planning; here’s why it’s important

With so many unforeseen challenges in life, many parents and even grandparents make out wills and plans to leave their homes or assets to family or friends just in case of a worst-case scenario.

Pelican Harbor Seabird Station warns of human-related harms for wild animals

When it comes to human interaction with wildlife, people definitely cause a lot of problems, especially when it comes to destroying habitat, causing pollution and sometimes just getting too close for comfort or even feeding wild animals.

Insurance policies for pets can help when unexpected vet bills come in

Pet insurance provides financial protection for pet owners, helping to alleviate the burden of unexpected veterinary bills and ensuring the well-being of their furry family members.

Chomp on this: Here’s why pets should have daily dental care

Most people are aware of the importance of routine dental cleanings to their overall health, but for many, it comes as a surprise to learn that the same holds for our beloved furry friends.

Man spends thousands on cat before finally finding cure for ear issues

These days, taking your pet to the veterinarian for a checkup can cost a small fortune. Not to mention if your munchkin needs tests, bloodwork or surgery.

Here’s why your dogs need vitamins just as much as you

Do you take vitamins for your health every day? Well, we all know we should, and it turns out, your dog needs them too, especially as they get older and get the aches and pains as seniors much like people do as well.

Non-native peahen takes up residence in Sunrise community

South Florida is filled with animal lovers willing to do anything to save our defenseless creatures. But what do we do when that animal is invasive or non-native to our state or local areas?

Here is how to help animals in need of veterinary care in Broward County

Animal lovers in South Florida recently helped Dr. Cynthia Rodgers, a small animal veterinarian, to treat a 5-month-old puppy after a vicious dog attack in Broward County.

Where’s Andy? Owners suspect beloved Dania Beach neighborhood cat was stolen

Owners of a cat beloved in a Dania Beach neighborhood believe he’s so friendly that someone might have stolen him.

Walk with your pet, fundraise for a good cause

The purrfect day for some goodwill exercise with your fur buddy is only a few weeks away.

Vet warns dogs, cats can be afflicted with tetanus, just like humans

How many times did you hear your mom say, “Don’t walk around barefoot, because if you step on something, we will have to go to the hospital and get you a tetanus shot!” Well, it turns out mom was right for us and our pets too.

North Miami farm gives homes to rescues, allows visitors to immerse themselves in farm life

As Local 10′s animal advocate, Jacey Birch always preaches “adopt don’t shop” and encourages everyone to save rescue animals instead of purchasing pets from stores and puppy mills.

Big cat sanctuary in South Florida houses 10 species whose populations are dwindling

There is a big cat sanctuary in South Florida that you probably have never even heard of.

Family offers $1,000 reward for return of beloved dog that went missing in Dania Beach

After a special day of celebrations in South Florida, one family visiting from Naples lost their beloved dog during their trip.

Dania Beach residents desperate for help due to feral cats overrunning neighborhood

Feral cats are overrunning one neighborhood in Dania Beach and the irate homeowners contacted Local 10’s animal advocate Jacey Birch to initiate change.

South Florida veterinarian provides tips to keep your pets safe this Halloween

Spooky season is here, which for us humans, means time to get into cool costumes, scare the heck out of everybody and eat lots of candy. But those three things happen to be hair-raising, pine-chilling and just dreadful when it comes to our pets!

Family desperate for answers after former bait dog falls victim to unknown illness

One local pup has been sick for months now, and with several different diagnoses and a still unwell bill of health, this poor pooch needs a cure.

Therapy dog brings smiles, healing to patients at Broward Health North

These days, service and therapy animals have started to infiltrate every area of our lives and you are bound to see a four legged animal helping humans pretty much anywhere you go.

‘House of horrors’: Animal rights activists protest for better conditions at Miami-Dade shelters

Animal rights advocates protested Thursday outside of the Stephen P. Clark Government Center in Miami.

Curious Maxx, the traveling dog, has a social media following

One dog has become quite the Instagram and Tik-Tok star for his travels across the United States while his pet parents document his doggy adventures.

Dania Beach woman facing possible charges after breeding dogs in unsanitary conditions

As a Dania Beach woman faces possible charges for breeding dogs in unsanitary conditions, animal advocates are urging others to do their homework when purchasing pets from a breeder.

Some South Florida pets spend years waiting for adoption

You’ve probably heard of the phrase “adopt, don’t shop,” but have you ever wondered how long some of those adoptable pets have been sitting in the shelter, waiting for their forever home?