Did you know that the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) excludes farm animals, horses, livestock and poultry from humane care? Why? Don't these sentient beings count for anything? Don't they deserve a lifetime of caring and compassion? ...more

September 25, 2009

10 Tips For The New Dog Owner ...more

February 24, 2009

The koala moved gingerly on scorched paws, crossing the blackened landscape as the fire patrol passed. Clearly in pain, the animal stopped when it saw firefighter David Tree following behind. ...more

February 10, 2009

Frosty temperatures didn't deter crowds of determined fairgoers who bundled up in hats and gloves for opening day at the Florida State Fair on Thursday. Attendance was light, possibly due to the chilly temperatures, but fair workers expect a busy weekend. Before the gates opened, law enforcement officers tried their skills at water-gun races and ping pong-ball tosses, checking for foul play along the midway to ensure no cheating. The fair is open through Feb. 16, offering visitors thrill rides, livestock exhibits, traditional fair food and headline entertainment. The fairgrounds is at 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa. Gates open daily at 9 a.m. Closing times and ticket prices vary. For details, go to www.floridastatefair.com or call (813) 621-7821. ...more

February 6, 2009

A Lakeland teen was arrested Tuesday, accused of stealing his grandfather's cattle then selling them at an auction, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said. ...more

December 11, 2008

More Chickens What started as a protest became a show of support Sunday afternoon as nearly 100 people marched down Seventh Avenue on behalf of Ybor City's chickens. ...more

November 18, 2008

33,000 Number of wild horses roaming open ranges in the United States 10 Number of Western states where the horses roam ...more

November 17, 2008

Feed the hungry, help wounded soldiers and enjoy an evening of fun during the Ruskin Woman's Club's old-fashioned hoedown and steak dinner, scheduled for Saturday at the Ruskin Elks Lodge. ...more

November 12, 2008

Fifty LaMancha goats, large and small, old and young, are enjoying lush green grass and once-a-day treats out of a feed bag. ...more

August 7, 2008

TAMPA - The 50 LaMancha goats, large and small, old and young, are enjoying the full spa treatment these days. They are living large because of all the lush green grass and the once-a-day treats out of a feed bag. ...more

August 6, 2008