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A walk along Las Olas Boulevard last month turned into a nightmare for a woman when a pit bull attacked her 4-year-old Malti-poo, Gracie — an encounter that ended with both dogs being euthanized and raised questions about shelter adoption practices.
The Humane Society of Greater Miami is working to find forever homes for a litter of puppies, their mother, and one special senior dog named Waffles.
Dakota and Savannah are the big girl puppies being featured this week by the Redland Dog Sanctuary, a South Florida rescue organization dedicated to saving animals abandoned in the Redlands and Homestead areas.
Around 10 million pets go missing every year in the United States — some get lost, some run away, and others are stolen. The loss of a family pet can be devastating.
In South Florida, the struggle to balance human development with the protection of sensitive animal species continues — and in Broward County’s Broadview Park, it’s dirt bikes and ATVs versus burrowing owls.
The Upper Keys Humane Society, a no-kill, non-profit shelter that has been rescuing and rehoming animals since 1972, continues to make a difference in the lives of abandoned pets.
Ten frightened puppies were found huddled under a woodpile in rural Homestead, part of what advocates say is a growing and heartbreaking epidemic across South Florida: pets abandoned and left to die.
Stella, a black and white mixed-breed dog, greeted Local 10’s Animal Advocate Jacey Birch with kisses during a recent visit to Animal Aid, a non-profit rescue based in Oakland Park.
A South Florida animal rescue is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest in a disturbing animal abuse case involving a female black Giant Schnauzer named Bibi.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
A South Florida woman is devastated after her dog went blind in one eye following a visit to a Miami Gardens grooming salon, but the business owner claims the injury was caused by the dog’s sibling.
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.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, the Humane Society of Broward County is encouraging pet lovers to open their hearts and homes to adoptable animals, including an affectionate puppy fittingly named Love.
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.
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.
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.
Love and second chances were in the air Friday as Saving Grace and Her Furry Friends, a South Florida animal rescue, showcased two special pets in need of forever homes.
Many South Florida pet owners unknowingly buy purebred dogs from stores that source their animals from puppy mills, fueling an industry criticized for inhumane conditions. Now, a local no-kill shelter is stepping in to give these dogs a second chance.
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.
A South Florida family is mourning the loss of their beloved Chihuahua, Daisy, after a routine dental procedure led to her unexpected death.
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.
Local animal rescue groups like Saving Sage Animal Rescue are stepping up to care for pets in need and find them new homes.
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.
Miami-Dade Animal Services, the county-run shelter long plagued by overcrowding, controversies, and leadership turnover, is under new management.
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.
Many pet owners are choosing at-home euthanasia as a more compassionate alternative, allowing beloved animals to pass away peacefully in familiar surroundings.
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.
Local 10′s Animal Advocate Jacey Birch visited Saving Grace and Her Furry Friends showing animals that are currently up for adoption.
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.
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.
Less than 30,000 rhinoceroses are living in the wild today, their numbers decimated by poachers hunting for their horns.
A South Florida woman is heartbroken after claiming a botched blood transfusion at a local animal hospital led her to euthanize her beloved cat.
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.
Guide dogs for the blind may have been the original service animals, but these days, working dogs can do almost anything, from assisting law enforcement to providing critical aid for people with disabilities.
A backyard breeder in northwest Miami-Dade was cited for animal cruelty after local animal advocates said they discovered dogs living in despicable conditions
A Miami-Dade woman known for rescuing animals from the streets is now facing homelessness, along with nearly 50 sick dogs and cats in her care, many of whom are in desperate need of medical treatment.
A woman determined to adopt a dog from Miami-Dade Animal Services found herself in an unusual situation when the dog she wanted was deemed unavailable and scheduled for transfer to another state.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
The Humane Society of Broward County joined Local 10 News Saturday in continuing its search to find loving, permanent homes for pets.
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.
After a special day of celebrations in South Florida, one family visiting from Naples lost their beloved dog during their trip.
Feral cats are overrunning one neighborhood in Dania Beach and the irate homeowners contacted Local 10’s animal advocate Jacey Birch to initiate change.
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!
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.
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.
Animal rights advocates protested Thursday outside of the Stephen P. Clark Government Center in Miami.
Some pet owners are so desperate, they are finding new ways to give up their family members with a wish and a chance.
The only equestrian facility in northeast Broward County is hidden in the heart of Pompano Beach, and while it may be small, it sure is mighty.
