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Court says ‘Stand Your Ground' also applies against animals in Florida dog shooting case
In a case stemming from a man who killed a pit bull when he and his Chihuahua felt threatened, an appeals court ruled Wednesday that Florida’s “stand your ground” self-defense law can apply to cases involving animals.
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Broward County first responders launch therapy support dog program
There are 15 dogs in the Broward First Responders Support Dogs. Their job is to provide much needed emotional support whether that’s visiting schools in the community, helping with hurricane relief efforts or on critical scenes. NBC6’s Bri Buckley reports.
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‘It's going to change your life': 12-hour pet adoption festival underway at Tropical Park
After the community showed up earlier this week to foster dogs ahead of Hurricane Milton, many of those fosters are now looking for a permanent home. Saturday was their big chance to become somebody’s forever furry friend. NBC6’s Bri Buckley reports.
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‘It's going to change your life': 12-hour pet adoption festival gets underway at Tropical Park
Miami-Dade County Animal Services has roughly 800 dogs and cats in its care, hoping to find them permanent homes with a 12-hour adoption festival.
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Crocs is releasing shoes for dogs — and matching clogs for owners
Dog owners who like to wear Crocs can now match with their pups on walks and trips to the park.
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Crocs launches Pet Crocs for dogs
Crocs announced Wednesday the launch of their first-ever line of shoes for dogs — in collaboration with BARK.
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Broward Humane Society helps get animals out of Manatee County ahead of Milton
Volunteers with the Humane Society of Broward County are making sure pets are not left behind during storm preparations for Hurricane Milton.
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Humane Society of Broward helps get animals out of Manatee County ahead of Milton
Volunteers left Monday morning on a mission is to rescue 29 cats and eight dogs ahead of Hurricane Milton. NBC6’s Chernéy Amhara reports.
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Cat lost in Yellowstone travels almost 900 miles to reunite with owners 2 months later
Benny and Susanne Anguiano are looking for clues as to how their cat Rayne Beau made it all the way from Yellowstone National Park to Roseville, California.
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Miami woman reunited with dog missing for days after rollover crash on I-95
Debbie Dawson said she was driving north in the express lanes on Interstate 95 on Saturday, as the regular lanes were in standstill traffic, when she saw a car cross over the pylons right in front of her.
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Miami woman reunited with dog days after rollover crash on I-95
Debbie Dawson said she blacked out on impact, and later learned her car flipped over four times. Her beloved, 15-month-old puppy, Moose, took off. NBC6’s Bri Buckley reports.
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‘Instantly fell in love': German shepherd mix who was hit by car finds new home in Miami-Dade
When Whiskey arrived at the Miami-Dade Pet Adoption & Protection Center, he had just been run over and was severely injured with two fractures.
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5 things a vet would never do as a pet owner
Pets are members of the family. So when it comes to taking care of yours and giving them the best life, what mistakes should you avoid?
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How to choose the paws-itively perfect dog name: 105 cute ideas
What’s in a unique dog name? A whole lot of thought and care — and debate with fellow household members.
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What to know about making your pet an emotional support animal
Take a look at how to make your pet an emotional support animal.
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Man caught on video climbing balcony to steal birds in Hialeah
A man was caught on surveillance video climbing to a second-floor balcony and stealing two birds in a cage from a Hialeah home.
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Gizmo the dog went missing in Las Vegas in 2015. He's been found alive after 9 years
Monarrez was 28 and living with her parents in 2015 when Gizmo, then 2 years old, slipped past a faulty gate in the backyard of their home in Las Vegas.
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Glen Powell says his rescue dog is ‘greatest addition' to his life. What to know about Brisket
The “Twisters” actor talked about his pup and becoming a dog parent on TODAY.
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Booties. Indoor dog parks. And following the vet's orders. How to keep pets cool this summer
As much of the world swelters, it’s not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense heat waves become more common.
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‘Let's get out of here': Bodycam video shows Florida officer rescue dog locked in hot car
The pup was found locked in the car. which was not running and had the windows cracked less than an inch, in the city about 46 miles south of Tampa on Monday.