Where is Michael Jackson’s chimp Bubbles? The Florida retirement of a Hollywood legend

The Michael film is currently shattering box office records, and its massive success has many fans asking: what ever happened to the King of Pop’s famous chimpanzee, Bubbles?

Kitten found stuck inside bucket of glue finds forever home

After he was found stuck in a bucket of industrial adhesive in April, Elmer finally found his forever family.

Dog food recalled over possible salmonella contamination

The Food and Drug Administration said a voluntary recall was issued for Albright's Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced formula dog food sold to retailers in several states.

Hillsborough County puppy dies during surgery after abuse caught on camera: 'It's hard on our community'

The Hillsborough County dog who was seen on camera being kicked and thrown by a woman died during surgery Tuesday. Now, investigators are considering additional charges against the abuser already facing multiple felonies.

Robopets helping seniors combat social isolation
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Residents at the Clear Bay Terrace Apartments adopted interactive robotic dogs and cats Tuesday. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.

Swatting hoaxes trigger zoo evacuations nationwide

A wave of hoax “swatting” calls reporting bomb threats and active shooters has forced evacuations and temporary closures at multiple zoos across the country.

Polk County driver arrested, caught with 13 live iguanas tied up in truck: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas. 

Tampa Bay shelter celebrates National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day with adoption specials

As shelters across the country mark National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day Thursday, local shelters are offering adoption specials to help animals find permanent homes.

Massive sea lion named 'Chonkers' is social media sensation at Pier 39

Rare Steller sea lion nicknamed "Chonkers" has become a social media sensation after taking up residence at Pier 39 for over a month.

Tennessee infant killed in dog attack at family home, police say

Police in Portland, Tennessee, are investigating after a 7-month-old girl was killed in a dog attack at her family’s home.

As marijuana use widens, vets are treating more pets for cannabis poisoning

As marijuana use increases in the U.S. and more states legalize the drug, veterinary clinics are seeing a big uptick in pets with cannabis toxicity.

Major baby boom at Giraffe Ranch in Dade City just in time for Spring

There's a major baby boom underway at the Giraffe Ranch in Dade City. Spring has sprung and the animals living on the sprawling property in the Green Swamp area of Central Florida are nurturing the next generation.

Florida family warns of AI scam targeting owners of missing pets

A Florida family is sharing their story to warn other pet owners after scammers used Artificial Intelligence to orchestrate a scam involving their missing dog.

Man turns grief into a community-driven mission to fight canine cancer

Channeling grief into change, Danny Cevette runs to remember his beloved golden retriever Dax. He invites like-minded dog lovers and runners to join him as his "Distance for Dax" run raises money and awareness for canine cancer research.