Avian Reconditioning Center in Apopka
Read full article: Avian Reconditioning Center in ApopkaBirds of prey sit at the top of the food chain—so when something is wrong in the environment, raptors often show it first. In this episode, I visit the Avian Reconditioning Center (ARC) in Apopka, Florida, to see how injured and orphaned raptors are cared for through rehabilitation, medical support, and flight conditioning. Some recover and return to the wild. Others become permanent residents and help educate the public.
Orange County leaders break ground on new animal shelter, coming in 2027
Read full article: Orange County leaders break ground on new animal shelter, coming in 2027A new animal shelter in Orange County is officially underway. The shelter, which will cost $49 million, will be the largest in Florida at 123,419 square feet, and will have a much larger medical suite to help increase capacity for medical needs such as spay and neuter services.
Pet Alliance finally opening new Orlando shelter later this month
Read full article: Pet Alliance finally opening new Orlando shelter later this monthPet Alliance of Greater Orlando announced Wednesday that it will cut the ribbon on the new shelter on John Young Parkway on Saturday, March 28. The grand opening celebration will include a party starting at noon with live entertainment, food trucks, activities and adoptable dogs and cats.
‘Dogs just need a chance:’ Trainer helps shelter dogs get a chance at finding a loving home
Read full article: ‘Dogs just need a chance:’ Trainer helps shelter dogs get a chance at finding a loving homeLocal animal shelters are full, but this week’s Getting Results Award winner is helping many unwanted pets get a second chance at finding a loving home.
Watch these cops hilariously rescue a cute little pig on the side of the road
Read full article: Watch these cops hilariously rescue a cute little pig on the side of the roadIt’s not every day that a police officer is asked to rescue a cute little pig from the side of the road, but that happened to these officers.
Seminole County officials hope to find foster homes in animal cruelty case
Read full article: Seminole County officials hope to find foster homes in animal cruelty caseIt's been a week since dozens of animals were brought to the Seminole County shelter following an animal cruelty case out of Altamonte Springs.
Orange County Animal Services’ Facebook plea brings results. It’s still not enough
Read full article: Orange County Animal Services’ Facebook plea brings results. It’s still not enoughOrange County Animal Services posted to its Facebook page Friday, discussing the hundreds of animals stored at the shelter and asking local residents for support.
Animal rescue in Sumter County hosts lemurs, exotic birds and more
Read full article: Animal rescue in Sumter County hosts lemurs, exotic birds and moreThe Chase Animal Rescue and Sanctuary — a nonprofit rescue in Webster for primates, tortoises, exotic birds, deer and more — is set to run through the summer and host a variety of animal-themed events.