(OCEANS) FLORIDA — Tens of thousands of sharks have recently been spotted along the Florida coastline. Beaches around the area have been closed while the sharks migrate north. This annual shark migration is taking place a little earlier than usual this year, and marine biologists may know why. Read on to learn more about this massive shark swarm. — Global Animal
(TOUCHING TALES) FLORIDA — In November of last year, Jacob and Bonnie Richter of West Palm Beach, Florida brought their cat Holly on a family vacation to nearby Daytona. When fireworks went off near the motorhome they were staying in, Holly bolted from the vehicle. After relentless efforts to recover their beloved feline, the Richters unfortunately had to return home without their cat companion. 200 miles from their vacation destination, Jacob and Bonnie never expected to see their loved one again. But, in a shocking turn of unexpected events, Holly, a determined kitty, recently completed a 200 mile, 60 day journey back to her hometown and guardians. Continue reading to learn the full tale of this dedicated cat’s amazing feat. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL RESCUE) FLORIDA — Police officers discovered a newborn puppy buried alive last month, just six-inches underground. The officers immediately rushed the dog to a local hospital where he was treated and has since been improving tremendously. Unable to open his eyes, the young pup was estimated be around seven days old when officers found him. While the puppy is now safe with veterinarians and will soon be placed up for adoption, officials are on the lookout for the perpetrator. Read on for more details on how the puppy was discovered and rescued. — Global Animal
(WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) Ana Gloria Garcia Gutierrez turned herself in just hours after authorities released photographs of her riding on the back of a manatee in waters off of Fort De Soto, Florida. New to the St. Petersburg area, Gutierrez admitted to her crime, claiming to not be at fault as she was unaware that any touching of manatees is illegal in the state of Florida. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL RESCUE) FLORIDA – A heartwarming story about a guardian saving his dog from a 7-foot, hungry, 130-pound alligator emerged over the weekend. Lake County resident Steve Gustafson—unable to imagine life without his best friend, Bounce—immediately threw himself into the lake where an alligator was dragging the young terrier far into the water. Gustafsons’ efforts were successful, as he and his dog came out virtually unharmed. The alligator, however, was put to death.— Global Animal
(ANIMAL RESCUE) FLORIDA — The Humane Society of the United States’ Wildlife Innovations and Response Team dispatched to Tarpon Springs, Florida in order to rescue 18 gopher tortoises from being buried alive at a construction site. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ruled in 2007 that tortoises must be removed from construction sites before building commenced, but they excluded sites whose contracts were signed before July 31, 2007. After a seven hour journey, the reptiles are now safe at the Nokuse Plantation, a 50,000 acre preserve in Walton County. Thanks to concerned construction companies and the HSUS’ special gopher tortoise rescue fund, volunteers have saved over 2,200 tortoises since 2006. Continue reading and learn how you can help save this threatened species. — Global Animal
(WHALES) FLORIDA — A pod of 22 pilot whales beached themselves at Florida’s Avalon Beach State Park on Saturday. Local volunteers and wildlife officials mobilized to save the marine mammals, but unfortunately only five survived. While the cause of the stranding is unknown, the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is currently caring for the young survivors who will hopefully be moved to SeaWorld Orlando for their long-term care and eventual release back into the oceans. Read on for more on this latest beaching and the incredible effort made by volunteers to keep these amazing animals comfortable in their last moments. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL NEWS UPDATE) FLORIDA — After residents voted on Tuesday, pit bulls remain outlawed in Miami-Dade county. Of the 20 percent of registered voters who showed up to the polls yesterday, 63 percent voted to keep the 23-year-old ban on pit bull-type dogs. Read on for both sides of the argument on this breed-discrimination legislation. — Global Animal
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