A woman who leased animals out as guard dogs was charged with 24 counts of animal cruelty Tuesday, Polk County deputies say. ...more

June 24, 2009

A first will take place on Friday, March 13: The observance of K-9 Veterans Day. ...more

March 8, 2009

The newest member of the Pasco County Sheriff's Office was introduced to the public Friday morning. ...more

March 7, 2009

NEW PORT RICHEY The newest member of the Pasco County Sheriff's Office was introduced to the public this morning. Eragon, a 14-month-old German shepherd, strode into the Sam's Club on U.S. 19 with his handler, Deputy Cliff Baltzer, a field training supervisor, and several other sheriff's officials around 9:30 a.m. ...more

March 6, 2009

Bloat, or gastric dilation-volvulus (GDV), is a serious health risk for many dogs, but few know anything about it. ...more

January 19, 2009

It was like something out of the movies — a high-speed police chase, 30 seconds of flying lead from the rat-a-tat-tat of rapid gunfire and bloodshed. ...more

December 18, 2008

The Mulberry police chief has suspended the department's canine unit until policies and equipment are in place to ensure the dogs' safety after a German shepherd left in a car died when the car's air conditioner failed. ...more

August 6, 2008

Worthy Of Support Regarding "A Place For Kids To Be Safe, Together" (Our Opinion, June 23): ...more

June 27, 2008

EGYPT LAKE Those who handle or own service dogs depend upon them heavily, especially for the dogs' eyesight. ...more

May 12, 2008

Items of interest from Monday's commission meeting include: •Commissioners unanimously approved the final platting of Alexander Oaks, a six-lot commercial development near Alexander Street and Mendonsa Road. A plat is a map that shows how a property will be divided. The 8-acre site features a mix of commercial and office space. ...more

February 14, 2008