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.
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.
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 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 week.
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.
Cooper is a 6-month-old dog that is being cared for by the Broward Humane Society after being rescued from Dominica, where he was placed in a box that was set on fire. He was given treatment in Dominica before being flown to South Florida.
With hurricane season in full swing, SPCA Florida is encouraging pet owners to prepare by taking advantage of a limited-time microchip offer.
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.
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.
From playful kittens to mature dogs, the Humane Society of Broward County is spotlighting a variety of adoptable pets as the shelter continues to experience high intake during the summer season.
A big-hearted dog with an even bigger personality is looking for her forever home, according to the Humane Society of Broward County.
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.
Lilies are a beautiful flower we see all the time, but the flower is so toxic to cats, it can shut down their organs and cause them to die in just days.
The Humane Society of Broward is overflowing with kittens, and one of them stole the spotlight during a Local 10 News “Adopt a Pet” segment Saturday morning.
Two Fort Lauderdale residents were hailed as heroes on Friday morning after saving a woman during a bloody dog attack.
After Local 10’s recent story about a man who was captured on camera seemingly taking puppies from a Fort Lauderdale home, Local 10 Animal Advocate Jacey Birch was contacted as he said he had been searching for the puppies’ owners for the last two weeks.
A timid but lovable puppy named Nadia is capturing hearts at the Humane Society of Broward County, and staff members are hoping she’ll find a permanent home soon — just in time for Memorial Day Weekend.
A Miami Gardens family is distraught after they say a Miami Gardens police officer fatally shot their dog.
Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Cutler Bay after a woman reported that her 15-year-old Shih Tzu suffered several stab wounds.
On Thursday morning, Local 10 News welcomed Perla Navarrete, a volunteer coordinator with Broward County Animal Care, with a new friend in need of a forever home.
A dog that led Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a chase Monday on Interstate 95 is now at the Humane Society of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale.
The Good Luck Cat Café in Fort Lauderdale is giving animal lovers a unique way to meet adoptable cats while enjoying a cozy atmosphere.
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.
A South Florida animal rescue is searching for active pet parents to adopt a pair of energetic miniature pinscher mixes named Woody and Buzz.
The Humane Society of Broward County is hoping to find forever homes for two special dogs, including a senior pup in need of a second chance.
The Upper Keys Humane Society is putting the spotlight on its adoptable cats, and Local 10′s Animal Advocate Jacey Birch is helping to find them forever homes.
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.
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.
The Humane Society of Broward County is gearing up for its biggest fundraiser of the year, the Walk for the Animals, scheduled for Feb. 1, at Las Olas Intracoastal Promenade Park in Fort Lauderdale.
Just a month ago, Sweet Potato, a frail and malnourished French bulldog mix found abandoned in a Broward County park, was fighting to survive. Today, she’s thriving in the care of a loving South Florida family.
Finding forever homes for dogs often focuses on playful puppies, but in South Florida, animal advocate groups are shining a light on senior pets.
The Humane Society of Broward County is spotlighting adoptable pets like Gabbana, a smart and playful two-year-old dog, as it prepares for its largest fundraiser of the year.
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.
Sam Bennett, center for the Florida Panthers and reigning Stanley Cup champion, is making headlines off the ice with a heartwarming initiative to support homeless pets in South Florida.
A trip to a coffee shop in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood took a chaotic turn when a man’s dog was suddenly attacked by a larger dog. The owner of the smaller dog described how he “fought like a Spartan” to save his beloved pet.
A kitten was safely rescued from the engine of a car that was parked in front of a Fort Lauderdale home last week, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue confirmed Monday.
As evacuations related to Hurricane Milton continued Wednesday in Tampa, a Florida Highway Patrol trooper found a dog tied to a barbed wire fence pole in a grassy flooded area.
As Hurricane Milton heads toward Florida’s Tampa Bay area, Broward Animal Care is asking local residents to temporarily open their homes for dogs and cats in need.
Local 10 News Anchor and 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.
For some pet adopters, the process can come with unexpected challenges—especially when it comes to the fine print of adoption contracts.
Jonathan Funez-Ruiz volunteered to care for a couple of scared puppies abandoned under a trash container without food or water in Miami-Dade County.
A family recently surrendered Riff, a one-year-old schnauzer mix with a calm and kind disposition, to the Humane Society of Broward County, and he is among the many dogs up for adoption at the shelter.
The second annual Mega Adoption Florida events by Petco Love and the Humane Society to waive adoption fees are from Friday to Sunday. Most pets are spayed or neutered and have vaccinations.
unlike humans, pets cannot verbalize their health concerns or needs, which makes it crucial for pet owners to prioritize their furry companions’ well-being through regular veterinary care and informed decision-making.
Kim Marchena said she feels heartbroken after a killer targeted dozens of ducklings and ducks in her North Miami neighborhood.
Candace was in the Local 10 News studio on Saturday with Sherri Walker, of The Humane Society of Broward County, who said she is a “low rider” because “she has very, very short legs.”
Like many shelters nationwide, Miami-Dade Animal Services is facing an overpopulation crisis due to fewer pet adoptions, inflation, and other factors.
A popular retailer of all things pet products is bringing veterinary services to South Florida, where the focus will be convenience and personalized attention to animal care with state-of-the-art technology.
Puffy, a poodle-Maltese mix, was part of the Melendez family in Miramar, so there was overwhelming grief when coyotes killed him.
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.
A teenage boy was waiting to have his dog back while animal advocates were doing everything they could to save his pet’s leg after a shooting on Thursday in Miami’s Liberty City.
Animal advocates from Miami-Dade and Broward counties met on Saturday to talk about the need to help an injured 90-pound dog they named Mellow.
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.
A witness to a recent dog attack that has the residents of an apartment complex in Miami in fear got Miami-Dade County Animal Services involved.
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.
The Humane Society of Broward County joined Local 10 News Saturday in continuing its search to find loving, permanent homes for pets.
The Humane Society of Broward County joined Local 10 News Saturday in continuing its search to find loving, permanent homes for pets.
A six-year-old boy in Fort Lauderdale is pleading for the return of his stolen emotional support dogs, Brownie and Luna. The French Bulldogs were taken by a thief who climbed a fence and broke into their home. The dogs were not only emotional support animals for the boy but also provided him with a sense of safety and protection.
