Bear, a 5-year-old American bull terrier, is child and dog friendly. He weighs 60 pounds, 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 at 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey, to introduce yourself to him or any of the other animals the SPCA has available for adoption, or call (727) 849-1048. ...more

February 2, 2008

Ten-month-old Cane has large golden eyes the size of marbles. He is playful, lovable, friendly and would love to find a permanent home. He is current on his shots, has an ID microchip implant and has been neutered. Stop by the SPCA Suncoast shelter at 7734 Congress St. in New Port Richey. Or call (727) 849-1048 and then introduce yourself to him or any of the other animals the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has available for adoption. ...more

January 26, 2008

INDIAN ROCKS BEACH - A Dunedin man was seriously burned this morning when he got into his sport utility vehicle, poured some liquid over himself and the vehicle's interior, and then set himself on fire, Pinellas County sheriff's officials say. ...more

January 24, 2008

The SPCA Suncoast is marking its 44th anniversary by giving pet enthusiasts a break on fees for microchips and adoptions. ...more

January 24, 2008

Money woes have forced the SPCA Suncoast to close its shelter on Mondays and Tuesdays. ...more

January 18, 2008

Roused from her nap at the shelter for her photo shoot, Tigress is described as being superfriendly by officials at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast shelter, 7734 Congress St., New Port Richey. ...more

December 29, 2007

Two of the five horses removed from a ranch in Largo because of neglect found a home in Citrus County on Wednesday, the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Tampa Bay said. ...more

December 26, 2007

ST. PETERSBURG - A man was arrested Thursday after a chow-shepherd mix was found dead in his back yard along with an emaciated pit bull, authorities said. ...more

December 21, 2007

A tree in the lobby of the SPCA Suncoast has names of adoptable dogs and cats that can be sponsored. Donors can also honor a past or present loved one or pet for $10 with a special placard and small light bulb sign that will be on display. The tree is available during the Howliday Festival of Lights, which runs through Dec. 30 in the hopes of collecting donations and signing up volunteers. ...more

December 16, 2007

After months of planning and hard work by volunteers and staff, the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Suncoast says its inaugural Howliday Festival of Lights has so far been a tremendous fundraising success. ...more

December 15, 2007