The first 10 from a group of dogs rescued from a North Carolina puppy mill this month were up for adoption Wednesday at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Tampa Bay. About 30 cars lined up outside the gate for a chance to adopt the dogs. ...more

February 19, 2009

The first 10 from a group of dogs rescued from a North Carolina puppy mill this month are going up for adoption today at the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Tampa Bay. The poodles and Pomeranians won't be heading out any time soon. Rather, prospective owners are invited to fill out adoption paperwork, according to the SPCA Tampa Bay's Web site. ...more

February 18, 2009

A Pennsylvania dog groomer has been ordered to stand trial on animal cruelty charges for selling "gothic kittens" with ear, neck and tail piercings. ...more

February 18, 2009

This furry feline, named Bubba, was a stray. Bubba has big golden eyes and a long, soft coat. He has been neutered, is current with his shots and has an ID microchip implant. Stop by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast shelter, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey, or call (727) 849-1048 and introduce yourself to him or one of the other animals the shelter has available for adoption. ...more

February 7, 2009

One of the most iconic images of American life, that of circus elephants joined trunk-to-tail as they lumber along to delight "children of all ages," as the old saying goes, is about to be debated in a courtroom. ...more

February 4, 2009

Bird lovers are offering more than $4,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever killed a male bald eagle rescued in Seminole on Monday. ...more

January 28, 2009

Dog lovers: The opening of your park is only two weeks away. Four-and-a-half years after it was envisioned, Rotary Centennial Park will debut to canines and humans alike Saturday, Jan. 31. ...more

January 17, 2009

Mia, an 18-month-old bull terrier and pit bull mix, is full of energy and playfulness. She would prefer a home without cats. Mia weighs 37 pounds and has been spayed. She is current with her shots and has an ID microchip implant. Stop by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast shelter, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey, or call (727) 849-1048 to introduce yourself to Mia or any of the animals available for adoption. ...more

January 3, 2009

Humane officers say a Pennsylvania woman marketed "gothic kittens" with ear, neck and tail piercings over the Internet. ...more

December 18, 2008

West Pasco residents can root for a local canine to become top dog in a nationwide online photo contest. Baarney, a Bedlington terrier who calls New Port Richey home, is one of 20 finalists from among 700 dog photos submitted to the USA Today online contest, owner Patricia Patterson explains. ...more

December 16, 2008