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Updated: Jun. 12, 2020 at 5:55 PM CDT
|By Kellie Sanchez
Archie has gained at least 20 pounds, but he's still skittish around strangers.
Updated: Jun. 9, 2020 at 4:18 PM CDT
The Walton County Animal Shelter announced they will reopen their lobby starting Tuesday, June 9.
Updated: May. 15, 2020 at 3:35 PM CDT
The dog, known as Jug Dog during the search, has been named Archie.
Updated: May. 1, 2020 at 6:32 PM CDT
Alaqua Animal Rescue says it took in some dogs after what they group describes as "hell on Earth."
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Updated: Apr. 27, 2020 at 5:47 PM CDT
|By Olivia Michael
Volunteers spent the day Monday cleaning up the building and organizing after the The Humane Society of Bay County was forced to temporarily shut down due to a lack of donations. Officials do not know when they will be able to reopen.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2020 at 4:44 PM CDT
|By Gail Levy
Some local non-profits aren’t seeing the donations they’re used to. The Humane Society of Bay County is temporarily closing it’s doors, but the organization is still working to play it’s part in the community.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2020 at 11:36 AM CDT
The animals consisted of dogs and puppies that were extremely infected with a skin disease causing severe itching and hair loss.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2020 at 6:12 PM CDT
|By Gail Levy
With traffic slowing down on the streets, so is foot traffic through local animal shelters.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2020 at 4:00 PM CDT
|By Blake Brannon
Officials with South Walton Turtle Watch say with fewer people on the beach there will be less trash as well as fewer holes and obstacles for hatchlings to navigate through.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2020 at 7:56 PM CDT
|By Blake Brannon
Newell says after a tiger in a New York zoo tested positive for coronavirus, they’re keeping a closer eye on their big cats, as well as all of their other animals.
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Updated: Apr. 7, 2020 at 4:53 PM CDT
|By Julia Daniels
With a major pandemic comes major need.The Panhandle Animal Welfare Society or PAWS, is in need of lots of supplies as the season for kittens and puppies begins very soon, and some pet supplies have become scarce.
Updated: Apr. 6, 2020 at 7:05 PM CDT
|By Olivia Michael
One local reptile curator says it's that time of year where snakes come out because of the warmer weather.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2020 at 6:04 PM CDT
|By Kellie Sanchez
The leaders at the humane society say while many people are home from work and school, it's a good time to welcome a new pet into your home.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2020 at 3:32 PM CDT
Alaqua Animal Refuge is working to do its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Updated: Feb. 29, 2020 at 5:09 PM CST
|By Kellie Sanchez
All of the proceeds go towards Spay Bay and Bonnie’s Purpose which aim to help provide affordable spay and neutering for pets in Bay County.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2020 at 6:39 PM CST
|By Kellie Sanchez
The "no-kill" philosophy of the shelter has gotten the attention of the Bissell Pet Foundation, a national group that helps sponsor adoption days.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2020 at 3:42 PM CST
|By Gretchen Kernbach
Each class had a goal of collecting 120 items to donate to Lucky Puppy Rescue.
Updated: Feb. 26, 2020 at 5:47 PM CST
An adorable cat stopped by the studio and is in need of a good home.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2020 at 11:51 AM CST
Spotted seatrout will open for recreational fishing in our area starting Sunday.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2020 at 11:39 AM CST
Snook season kicks off this upcoming weekend in waters near our area.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2020 at 9:42 PM CST
|By Neysa Wilkins
The Bay County Audubon Society is hosting Bob Poole as he presents his film "Nature Roars Back."
Updated: Feb. 15, 2020 at 5:19 PM CST
|By Kellie Sanchez
The animals are being evaluated and spayed and neutered before they will be up for adoption.
Updated: Feb. 11, 2020 at 6:40 AM CST
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Month? A guest with Pet Supermarket joined us in our studio with some tips and tools for taking care of your pet's pearly whites.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2020 at 3:49 PM CST
Gulf World Marine Institute released eight cold-stunned turtles at St. George Island State Park on Monday.
Updated: Feb. 5, 2020 at 10:51 AM CST
The shark is a female named Unama'ki. Unama'ki was tagged September 20th, 2019 near Scaterie Island, Nova Scotia.
Updated: Feb. 4, 2020 at 6:10 PM CST
|By Brooke Richardson
Gulf World Marine Institute released a 200-pound loggerhead sea turtle back into the gulf Tuesday morning.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2020 at 9:50 PM CST
|By Blake Brannon
Of the 30 sea turtles, six have been released, and officials with Gulf World Marine Institute say the remaining turtles are all doing well.
Updated: Jan. 21, 2020 at 7:05 PM CST
|By Brooke Richardson
The zookeepers at Zoo World showed us how they keep their animals warm during frigid nights.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2020 at 10:53 AM CST
Gulf World is releasing more details about the death of one of its rough-toothed dolphins.
Updated: Jan. 15, 2020 at 5:53 PM CST
We had double trouble at the studio with two cats up for adoption.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2020 at 7:32 PM CST
|By Katie Griffitts
They're able to do everything a regular veterinary office can do, like vaccinate your pets, treat them for emergencies, or even do surgery.
Updated: Dec. 28, 2019 at 4:17 PM CST
Heartland Rescue Ranch is accepting undecorated Christmas trees for its animals. The farm animals there like to eat the trees or even use the needles as bedding.
Updated: Dec. 27, 2019 at 11:41 AM CST
|By Jordan McCool
Friday is National Visit a Zoo Day, and the director of ZooWorld says everyone should experience animals up close and personal. Right now the zoo is offering season passes for a discounted price.
Updated: Dec. 19, 2019 at 4:02 PM CST
If you're ready to hit the Gulf and go scalloping, the dates for 2020 have been set.
Updated: Dec. 17, 2019 at 10:36 PM CST
|By Jarell Baker
It's getting chilly outside and it's not just people who are trying to stay warm, animals are too.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2019 at 5:01 PM CST
|By Kellie Sanchez
Alaqua volunteers say adopting a rescue is the best option, but that you should be patient when they come home.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2019 at 3:58 PM CST
|By Brooke Richardson
A few firemen with the Panama City Fire Department rescued a pelican Tuesday morning. The men say the call was unusual for them, but they were glad they were able to help out.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2019 at 5:54 PM CST
|By Kellie Sanchez
It could be two weeks or more before Hope leaves her foster family's home.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2019 at 11:29 AM CST
With the arrival of Unama'ki, there are three Great White Sharks in the Gulf.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2019 at 9:03 PM CST
|By Blake Brannon
Officials say all turtles are different but it will be at least a few weeks, or even months, before the turtles are ready to be released.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2019 at 6:42 PM CST
|By Blake Brannon
The event featured a pet parade, dog contests, and more. All the fun and games went towards a great cause.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2019 at 12:34 PM CST
|By Jordan McCool
Gulf World Marine Institute released Bean, who was rescued from the pass into St. Andrews Bay on May 30th after boaters noticed the turtle was unable to dive properly.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2019 at 4:14 PM CDT
|By Brooke Richardson
Gulf World Marine Institute released Chester the sea turtle Thursday morning.
Updated: Oct. 23, 2019 at 5:47 PM CDT
An adorable puppy stopped by the studio and is in need of a good home.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2019 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Kellie Sanchez
Barn Jam will be held at the new Alaqua location, about 5 miles east of the intersection of Highway 20 and 331 in Freeport.
Updated: Oct. 9, 2019 at 12:26 PM CDT
These two kittens from the Lynn Haven Animal Shelter are ready to be adopted!
Updated: Oct. 4, 2019 at 6:18 AM CDT
October is Pet Wellness Month. Eric Post with Pet Supermarket joined us in studio with tips for keeping pets happy and healthy.
Updated: Oct. 3, 2019 at 6:10 PM CDT
|By Gretchen Kernbach
Officials say the bird count revealed Bay County had the same number of species, but the individual numbers went down.
Updated: Oct. 2, 2019 at 5:56 PM CDT
|By Gretchen Kernbach
Bubba's handler, David Dawe, said every part of Bubba feels different so it provides an enriching experience for the kids.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2019 at 2:41 PM CDT
The Lynn Haven Animal Shelter is looking for someone to take home an adorable pup!