PETS

Scorching temperatures take a toll on everyone from people... to pets.

The St. Johns County Pet Center announced it will be waiving its adoption fee for dogs starting Friday and through the end of June.

Construction is expected to be completed by 2026.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is asking the community to help name its new kittens throughout the month of June.

The Flagler Humane Society is inviting the community to a special pet adoption event Saturday.

A Clearwater woman was charged with animal cruelty this week after leaving her dog in a hot car for 40 minutes while she was at the beach, police said.

The humane society is now urgently seeking donations and community support to continue providing loving homes for these deserving animals.

Clay Humane, a nonprofit veterinary clinic in Orange Park, is encouraging pet parents to prepare for the 2024 hurricane season on the First Coast.

Abba, known as Grand Champion Felixville’s “Dancing Queen,” is an 18-month-old rat terrier competing for Best of Breed for the first time.

Epic Outreach is a farm and animal rescue on Jacksonville’s Northside that takes in abused, neglected, and lost farm animals and gives them a new lease on life. Their mission has grown so much in that time that they’ve outgrown their space.

In this week’s SnapJAX stories, a picture of a pack of some very well-behaved golden retrievers got my attention. So I traveled to St. Marys, Georgia, to find the story behind the picture.

There are affordable ways to get your pets the health care they need without a pricey insurance bill.

Heat-related illnesses can happen to anyone, even if you’re used to this Florida heat.

Did you know we had an alpaca farm right here in Jacksonville?

In a few weeks, K9s United will hold a big fundraising event to benefit four-legged law enforcement throughout Northeast Florida and beyond.

Attendees are invited to partake in the festivities of the 3rd annual Woofstock dog-friendly music festival at Kanine Social on April 13th.

Gloria struggles in the shelter environment and needs a furever family

Will Rover be howling at the moon on Monday?

Lilly is an incredibly friendly adult dog, is housebroken, knows basic manners, and is dog friendly. She is around 5-6 yrs old, so past the puppy stage but still has lots of energy for walks and outings.

If you love showing off your dog every chance you get — today is your day!

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

Hundreds of people lined up to participate in a free adoption event aimed at finding the nearly 200 dogs that were removed from a residence in Interlachen a new forever home.

Putnam County Animal Services on Friday is holding a free adoption event after close to 200 dogs were found at a house in Interlachen earlier this week.

Skunk spray unfortunately can be a common price of dog ownership.

Animal Care and Protective Services confirmed a total of 56 dogs were rescued from bad conditions during a raid of two homes on Thursday.

Here is a breakdown of what breeds are most vulnerable and what prevention steps to take.

There are currently four dashboards available on the city’s website.

The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is inviting the community, especially pet owners and lovers, to its fourth annual Mutt Market on March 23.

Nassau County Animal Services shares the current state of their shelter.

The city of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services hosted a “Full of Love” adoption event Saturday to get hundreds of dogs into permanent homes.

First Coast No More Homeless Pets is receiving a $1.1 million grant from PetSmart Charities over the next three years to help with veterinary relief for local pet owners.

Clay County Animal Services said all of the animals have been examined by their staff. And those that need any advanced medical care, have those appointments scheduled.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a mass animal surrender in Middleburg.

Sometimes you just need a good happy cry to get you threw your day, and this video of long lost brother dogs reuniting after 10 years will do just the trick.

Epic Outreach, an organization that uses animals to help people, shared these tips with us on how you can better protect your pets.

Birds come in many shapes, sizes and colors, so let’s brighten up the day by dotting this page with as many photos as possible!

Gwen Cash said she was injured on New Year’s Eve while trying to protect her dog from an alligator in Pembroke Pines.

There’s a growing concern among dog owners and veterinarians as a new respiratory illness is infecting canines across the country.

The Florida Department of Health in Duval County issued a rabies alert Thursday, following the discovery of a rabid cat in the Town Center and UNF area of Jacksonville’s Southside.

This can be a solution when it takes a long time to see a veterinarian due to backed up appointments.

Over 7000 pets are looking for homes this holiday season.

When it comes to your nighttime routine, do you want them sleeping with you in your bed?

We love our pets, but taking care of them medically isn’t cheap. Maybe you’ve asked yourself, “Should I get pet insurance?” Consumer Reports says the answer isn’t always easy.

Despite national warnings about a mystery respiratory illness affecting canines across a dozen states, many Northeast Florida residents said they haven’t heard anything about the highly contagious illness.

If you’re a pet owner, you’re probably concerned about recent news spreading about a mysterious respiratory illness in dogs that’s spreading across the country, especially since there’s a possibility that it has made its way to Florida.

Hundreds of available dogs and cats will be available at the JHS Adoption, Education and Pet Help Center located at 8464 Beach Blvd. and at ACPS located at 2020 Forest St.

We want to hear what your favorite pet names are! Provide us any names and pictures of your favorite pet.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering a free adoption event for cats and kittens from Saturday to Sunday. The adoption fees for cats and kittens have been generously sponsored in loving memory of Missy.

A U.S. Navy Sailor will reunite with her beloved dog that she rescued while on deployment in the Middle East on Tuesday at 3 p.m. in Fleming Island.

The Jacksonville Humane Society is offering free adoptions Oct. 16-31 as part of Subaru Loves Pets Month.

Instead of a dog, the man tried to bring in an alligator that he said has been his emotional support animal.

One of my greatest fears as a pet owner came true the other day...my dog has fleas.

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office announced K-9 Chaos — who went missing in the woods Monday morning — has been found in good health after a citizen spotted him on SE Pounds Hammock Road Tuesday morning.

The Columbia County Sheriff's Office issued a community alert Monday morning, saying multiple units are searching for a missing K-9 in the woods along U.S. 90 East near the Sheriff's Office Operations Center.

Jacksonville's cutest pet for 2023 was announced Tuesday by the Jacksonville Humane Society after a contest that raised a total of $51,725 for the shelter.

The aftermath of Hurricane Idalia left some Florida animal shelters, including Lake City Humane Society (Lake City) and North Florida Animal Rescue (Wellborn) without power.

What are your favorite dog breeds?

It's the purr-fect way to showcase your furry friend.

Each year 500,000 pets find themselves trapped inside the smoke and flames of a house fire.

Pets -- often, they're our best friends. But it's an imperfect world, and situations can be less than ideal for our furry ones.

Post a pic or video of your "Precious Pet" on SnapJAX.

Pets like dogs, cats and horses are prohibited on the beach and pier in Glynn County from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

The Fourth of July can be a miserable time for your pet, so plan in advance to make sure they're going to be OK during the fireworks shows sure to be lighting up around your neighborhood.

A Flagler County man who shot his dog in the face and left him in a kennel has pleaded guilty to felony animal cruelty and tampering with evidence charges and was sentenced to 18 months in prison.

How feasible is it to include a beloved pet or pets in a wedding? What are concerns that need to be addressed? An expert weighs in with tips.

The Mega Pet Adoption events that first began in Jacksonville in 2011 are making a return after a four-year hiatus with new, exciting changes.

Hero, a 6-year-old yellow lab and trained therapy dog, was adopted by the Women's Center of Jacksonville in April from K9s For Warriors.

The St. Augustine Humane Society has launched its 13th annual Pin Up Paws pet calendar photo contest. This year’s “BEST BUDS” calendar will feature winning pets in a flower garden.

This happened in 2020 and is part of a series and is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

There’s no better way to celebrate National Rescue Dog Day!

Do you have a pet that was rescued from a bad situation, and now has the life it deserves thanks to your love, sacrifice and devotion?

As pet owners, the thought of losing a furry friend is heart-wrenching. But what if technology could help locate lost pets faster than ever before?

Pet owners face a potentially big problem as the veterinary field deals with a growing shortage of veterinarians.

If you’re planning on adopting a pet soon, you’re in luck. From May 1 until May 15, the Jacksonville Humane Society is offering $25 adoptions to help empty its shelter.

In honor of Wednesday being National Kids and Pets Day, here are five things to know before deciding on whether to get your kid a pet.

Jacksonville Beach police officers are reminding pet owners about the rules when it comes to dogs on the beach.

If you’re a member of Gen Z, you’re more likely to prioritize your pet’s happiness over your partner's when it comes to buying a home, according to a recent Zillow survey.

Today is National Pet Day! And we want to see the non-human members of your family -- whether they’re four-legged, furry, feathered or fearsome.

The video had more than 1.3 million views at the time this story was published.

A mama bear was trying to get four cubs across a two-lane road in Connecticut, and what transpired will give you all the feels.

Lokie is a 4-year-old pup who is the most handsome, affectionate, gentle guy!

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

A dog turned out to be another dog’s best friend in what was a courageous rescue.

If you love showing off your dog every chance you get — today is your day!

Dogs are just the best.

Paws-ing for Pets | Help Yaygo Find His Forever Home

The full story can be seen in the video above, which is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

It appears a group of husky puppies was enjoying the cold temperatures so much on Tuesday that they just had to escape their home and explore the outdoors.

Three animal advocacy groups in Jacksonville are asking the community for help as the annual "kitten season" approaches. They're sharing information about what you should do, and what to avoid, to best help out.

At a special ceremony Wednesday, fellow service members saluted “Hero,” a military working dog who was retiring from Naval Station Mayport after 47 "dog years" of service.

Cupid is a 5 year old large mixed-breed dog who lives up to his name – this guy is all love! Cupid loves to meet new people, get pets and give kisses. Cupid is one of our Dog Day Out Adventure Dogs, and has received glowing feedback from his adventure partners! They all say that Cupid is polite, good in the car, and happy-go-lucky. Cupid is also a Dolly’s Dream Dog! His sponsored adoption includes his adoption fee, leash, collar, and a 6 month supply of heartworm prevention. Dolly’s Dream supports the adoption of blocky-headed dogs who can often be overlooked in the shelter. JHS’s partnership with organizations like Dolly’s Dream goes hand-in-hand with our mission of providing care, comfort and compassion to animals in need while engaging the hearts, hands and minds of our community to bring about an end to the killing of abandoned and orphaned shelter animals.

Eighty-seven point three percent of Americans were reported as happier than the average person because of owning a pet. Our pets may be connected deeper to us than we will ever know.

Florida Sen. Lauren Book filed a bill intended to protect animals, and the legislation included a proposal that would make it illegal to let a dog stick its head out of a window of a moving car. But after getting feedback on that proposal, Book reportedly plans to amend the bill and remove that ban from the legislation.

A new Florida bill would make it illegal to let a dog be in a driver’s lap or stick their head out of a window of a moving car.

Want to work with dogs and cats all day? If that sounds like your dream job, the Jacksonville Humane Society wants you to mark your calendar for March 8.

If you’re sending your sweetheart cut flowers or a potted plant for Valentine’s Day, choose ones that are safe for their pets.

Bars in Tampa and Orlando are challenging the Florida Department of Health over decisions to block dogs from being in the establishments.

Animal observing at a zoo or aquarium are popular activities for many, but some have decided to take it to a new level.