Pete, the pygmy killer whale brought to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium for rehabilitation this year, died Sunday. ...more

November 24, 2008

The text message from the elephant flashed across Richard Lesowapir's screen: Kimani was heading for neighboring farms. ...more

November 2, 2008

Strangers at the door. In costume. Doing tricks. Getting treats. Halloween can be a scary night for pets. Here are some tips from the Humane Society of the United States to make the evening go better: ...more

October 24, 2008

A pygmy killer whale undergoing rehabilitation at a Sarasota dolphin and whale hospital has died. ...more

September 4, 2008

Environmentalists and longtime homeowners continued their call last week for a community plan south of the Little Manatee River that would keep their area rural and protect natural areas from dense development. ...more

July 30, 2008

A plan to connect Pasco County's public lands and protect wildlife met with opposition Tuesday. ...more

July 9, 2008

A recent story in the Northwest News & Tribune and on TBO.com brought a reaction from readers of sympathy for coyotes and disdain for development. The story was about reports from Keystone residents that coyotes were suspected in the deaths of cats and the disappearance of a calf. ...more

June 28, 2008

The American Humane Association created Be Kind to Animals Week in 1915 to encourage compassion toward animals. Every year, animal shelters throughout the country hold special events during this time-honored week to raise awareness about animals in the community and to celebrate the unique bond between humans and animals. ...more

May 4, 2008

Not The Gator's Fault Regarding "Dog Owner Conflicted Over Gator's Capture" (Metro, Feb. 16): ...more

February 22, 2008

A huge government seizure of illegally cut Amazon lumber shows improved enforcement, environmentalists said Thursday, but they said it would not yet stop destruction of the rain forest. ...more

February 15, 2008