Abandoned and neglected dogs and cats that find temporary shelter with Hillsborough County Animal Services don't always get the little extras, like a scratch behind the ear or a romp in the yard. County officials are hoping caring animal lovers will help by volunteering to give the pets a little more TLC. ...more

January 12, 2008

Abandoned and neglected dogs and cats that find temporary shelter with Hillsborough County Animal Services don't always get the little extras, like a scratch behind the ear or a romp in the yard. County officials are hoping caring animal lovers will help by volunteering to give the pets a little more TLC. ...more

January 12, 2008

KEY BISCAYNE - How cold was it in South Florida this week? Cold enough to cause iguanas to drop out of trees in Key Biscayne. ...more

January 4, 2008

An elderly couple lost three pets in an electrical fire that destroyed their Clearwater house early this morning. ...more

December 14, 2007

Motorcyclists Have Rights, Too I don't understand how someone can run two motorcyclists over and not see them. This issue is out of control. ...more

December 13, 2007

Why call a dog Zipper? Perhaps because she's so often on the fly. Zipper is an energetic and extremely playful 11-month-old Beagle hound mix. She is current with her shots, has been spayed and has an ID microchip implant. To meet Zipper and many other wonderful potential pets, stop by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Suncoast shelter, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey, and introduce yourself to her or any of the other animals the SPCA has available for adoption. Or call 727-849-1048. ...more

December 8, 2007

You'd better not snarl, you'd better not bark; you'd better not go till we get to the park... That wouldn't pertain to Willie, a 2- to 3-year-old golden retriever mix with a gentle disposition. He's been neutered, has an ID microchip implant and is current with his shots. So what else could this loving fellow want for the holidays? A home. To see Willie or other family-friendly pets, stop by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast shelter at 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey. Or call (727) 849-1048 and introduce yourself to Willie or any of the other animals the SPCA has available for adoption. ...more

November 24, 2007

Visitors to Winterthur sometimes experience a "Wow!" moment when touring the museum's permanent and traveling collections, but the newest exhibit offers a bit of a twist. ...more

November 11, 2007

Regarding 'Goodbye Old Friend' (BayLife, Oct. 14): We lost our beloved Yorkie on my birthday nearly two years ago. The loss of a pet can be very sorrowful and painful for us and other pets as well. Pets have their own little traits that make them bond to us so well, and there's nothing wrong with missing them or feeling you've lost a family member, because you have. Buckles' memory will always be close to our hearts, and we have since obtained two other Yorkies. ...more

October 21, 2007

Does your pet have the perfect costume ready for Halloween? The Carrollwood News & Tribune would love to check out your pet in costume before the holiday. ...more

October 20, 2007