Tag: pets
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Pinellas County officials are warning residents to hang up on callers posing as emergency animal control officers who demand immediate payment over the phone. According to Pinellas County Animal Services Director Jennifer Renner, scammers are spoofing the county’s official caller ID so calls appear to come from a legitimate government number. The callers claim a…
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A sweeping new Florida law took effect Wednesday, giving pet buyers stronger legal footing when a newly purchased animal turns out to be sick, arming consumers with rights to refunds, exchanges, and reimbursement for vet bills. SB 1004 is one of more than 100 new state laws taking effect July 1. Gov. Ron DeSantis has…
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As the cost of pet food continues to climb, Feeding Tampa Bay has partnered with Greater Good Charities and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay to make pet food and supplies a consistent offering at its food distribution markets. Through the partnership, people visiting Feeding Tampa Bay’s Hillsborough and Pinellas County markets can now pick…
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Pinellas County Animal Services has integrated an AI-powered platform into its operations to help match lost pets with their owners, and early results suggest the technology is working. The agency began using Petco Love Lost — a free tool developed by Petco’s nonprofit arm — roughly two months ago through its Found Center website. People…
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The next time your dog dives for something on the ground during a walk, it may be more than unpleasant—it could be dangerous. According to the Pet Poison Helpline, poisoning ranks among the top causes of emergency veterinary visits in the U.S., with over 1,000 cases reported each day. As warmer months bring more frequent…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed two new laws on Wednesday aimed at increasing penalties for animal cruelty during a press conference at a South Florida dog rescue center. The legislation, known as Trooper’s Law and Dexter’s Law, is named after two dogs who suffered tragic abuse. Trooper, one of the dogs, was discovered tied to…
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Now’s the time to inspect your yard—especially if you have pets. Toxic cane toads are a growing concern across Florida, posing a serious risk to dogs and cats. These invasive toads secrete a potent toxin from large glands on their shoulders when threatened. If a pet bites or licks one, it can become seriously ill—and…
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Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 9,600 pounds of Puppy Mix raw pet food after potential salmonella contamination. The FDA recall affects two-pound logs distributed in August with UPC 854298001696 and lot numbers 08/06/N25 and 08/16/N25. The recall was triggered after a customer reported illness in a puppy litter. The affected products were sold in Connecticut,…
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Carolina Prime Pet, Inc. has issued a recall for hundreds of bags of “Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Chicken Chips” dog treats over potential salmonella contamination. The voluntary recall affects 16-ounce purple-and-black bags distributed to Hollywood Feed stores across 19 states and through the company’s online retailer. The specific lot number at risk is 20051324L2, with…
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Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate gratitude, love, and delicious food. But for pet owners, sharing holiday treats with your furry friends could result in an unexpected trip to the vet. While 1 in 3 pet parents admit to slipping their pets a little something from the dinner table, these well-meaning gestures can be harmful—or…
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