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PETS & ANIMALS


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Pawsing 4 Pets: Chief is a senior sweetie that wants to spend his golden years with you

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Florida man, dog survive encounter with wild boar that crashed through glass door, refused to leave home

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High-speed internet provider Sparklight® is hosting a Dog Days of Summer Pet Supply Drive to benefit the Humane Society of Camden County (HSCC).

Dog Days of Summer Pet Supply Drive to support Humane Society of Camden County

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Autobody shop owner spent hours working to free tiny kitten from SUV

Kitten trapped in SUV’s inner workings survives 100-mile road trip

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A kitten survived a 100-mile California road trip stuck somewhere inside the inner workings of a Range Rover before an autobody shop owner spent hours working to free the tiny kitten.

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Vet warns Labor Day food staples, beach trip could send your pup to the ER

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Pet owners, beware this holiday weekend! Your meal or your trip to the beach with your dog could end up sending your pooch to the emergency room for an expensive surgery.

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Passion 4 Pets: South Georgia Equine Rescue helping animals both big and small

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South Georgia Equine Rescue was established to help horses in need of a place to heal, but over time it has grown for many different species to find a safe haven. Dogs and puppies have been the rescue’s biggest in take in the last five years, and it doesn’t seem to be letting up.

From Left to Right: Maui Lei had a day of beauty and has come home to play with her babies. Happy National Dog Day to all our babies! 😘🐶; For National Dog Day. This is Asia (PhotoMom); Waylon is a rescue from Dallas Texas. Loving his Florida home now (Cathie)

🐶National Dog Day: Show off your precious pups on SnapJAX

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It's National Dog Day, and we want to see photos from SnapJAX users pouring in of their adorable pups!

Volunteers describe unsanitary conditions to commissioners, who counter that shelter staff ‘do a very, very good job’

Volunteers, county officials spar over conditions at Nassau County Animal Services shelter

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Volunteers in Nassau County are calling on county leaders to step in and make changes at the county’s animal shelter. They say it’s short-staffed, not being cleaned properly, and some animals are going without care.

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Celebrating seniors: Jax Humane waiving adoption fees for senior pets, plus free adoptions for anyone 62 or older

Read full article: Celebrating seniors: Jax Humane waiving adoption fees for senior pets, plus free adoptions for anyone 62 or older

In honor of National Senior Citizens Day, the Jacksonville Humane Society will be offering free adoptions for all seniors 62 and up on Thursday. And adoption fees for senior pets will be waived for all adopters.

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Pawsing 4 Pets: Great Scott! Marty McFly needs a furever home

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This 8-month-old bundle of bouncy energy is going places—and he’s hoping his next stop is your home!

Mann Mann is a staff favorite at ACPS with lots rooting for him to get a loving home.

Volunteer with ACPS launches #904Challenge to get more animals adopted from overcrowded shelter

Read full article: Volunteer with ACPS launches #904Challenge to get more animals adopted from overcrowded shelter

Tessa Bullock, a volunteer with Animal Care and Protective Services in Jacksonville, launched the #904Challenge on Sunday to get more eyes on their shelter animals.

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Players Championship hosts adoption weekend at Jacksonville Humane Society

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THE PLAYERS Championship is hosting an adoption weekend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at The Jacksonville Humane Society

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FEATURES


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Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part I

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Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part II

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Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History | The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day
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Introducing ‘Voices of the 904,’ a new series telling the stories of people changing Jacksonville’s social scene

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Dreamsicle needs a dream furever home

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3 month old kitten needs to be adopted

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Passion 4 Pets: Athena is sniffing around for a Furever home

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Athena, a lovable 5-year-old female dog is available for adoption through The Jacksonville Humane Society.

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Passion 4 Pets: Neley the kitten is searching for a Furever home

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Neley arrived as a stray and has quickly captured hearts with her energetic and loving nature. She can be adopted at The Jacksonville Humane Society.

Dogs are seen at Animal Care and Control on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 in West Palm Beach, Fla. The shelter is educating the public on how to protect animals from dangers like heat stroke and dehydration. (AP Photo/Cody Jackson)

Keeping animals of all sizes, from cats to horses, cool during record heat

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With record temperatures hitting the U.S., pet owners have to protect their four-legged family members from dangers like heat stroke and dehydration.

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Buddy seeking furever buddies

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Buddy the Dog needs a home

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Aaron Pawdgers - The MVP (The Most Valuable Pup)

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Furbaby from the London Sanctuary is seeking a furever home

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Furbaby seeking furever home

Sarah McDonner, a volunteer for Wild Tunes, which aims to soothe stressed shelter animals with live music, plays the flute at the Denver Animal Shelter, on Friday, May 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Thomas Peipert)

Volunteers play music to soothe shelter animals

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It's often said music is the universal language of humanity.

MEGA Pet Adoption event coming to Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Humane Society partners with Petco for MEGA Pet Adoption Event aiming for 2,000 adoptions

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The Jacksonville Humane Society is proudly joining forces with Petco’s nonprofit arm and other animal welfare groups across Florida to find homes for 2,000 dogs and cats in shelters.

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Pawsing 4 Pets: Pegasus will soar into your heart and into your home

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Treat-motivated Haze is the perfect lap dog for a family with a big backyard just for him.

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Pawsing for Pets: Meet Glover the kitten

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Glover is a very sweet kitten that loves attention and enjoys being around people.

The community came together in a powerful display of compassion and commitment during the Passion 4 Pets Adoptathon, held all day on May 21, 2025.

Passion 4 Pets adoptathon sparks surge in adoptions, donations for Florida and Georgia shelters

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The community came together in a powerful display of compassion and commitment during the Passion 4 Pets Adoptathon, held all day on May 21, 2025.

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Jimmy Howlin’ is the low-energy soulmate you’ve been looking for

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Meet Jimmy Howlin’—the ultimate chill companion available for adoption through London Sanctuary Rescue!

‘That’s my baby right there,’ Sandra Thomas said of her new hero, her dog, Bella

Tiny Chihuahua’s big bark saves family from house fire in Atlanta

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Family dog saves the day by alerting owners of an early morning house fire in Atlanta.

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Passion 4 Pets: Annie with Fur Sisters is looking for her furever home

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Annie is a 3-year-old dog looking for a home and family to adopt her.

44 cats, dogs adopted over Memorial Day Weekend during Winn-Dixie’s adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS).

44 cats, dogs adopted over Memorial Day Weekend during Winn-Dixie’s adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane Society

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A total of 44 cats and dogs were adopted during Winn-Dixie’s Memorial Day Weekend adoption event at The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS).

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Summer safety to help your pets beat the heat

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It’s almost summer, and while the warmer temperatures mean fun for us, they can be dangerous for our pets. In 2024 alone, PETA received reports that 111 animals died from heat-related causes, and another 388 were rescued from overheating just in time.

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Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on S.A.F.E. Pet Rescue in St. Augustine

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Wednesday night, we heard from S.A.F.E. Pet Rescue, a nonprofit organization making a big impact in St. Augustine.

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Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Swamp Haven in Saint Augustine

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Brenda isn’t alone in her journey. Swamp Haven is also home to other amazing dogs ready for adoption.

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Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on K9s For Warriors, 2 lovable dogs looking for homes

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K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of service dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD. What makes their mission even more inspiring is that the majority of their service dogs come from rescue shelters, offering these animals not just a second chance, but a purpose.

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Passion 4 Pets: Doc Tony shares the passion behind the project

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As the driving force behind the Passion 4 Pets project, Doc Tony has teamed up with News4JAX to help find loving homes for Jacksonville’s shelter animals.

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Passion 4 Pets: Jacksonville Humane Society highlights need for kitten foster families

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With kitten season in full swing, the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is putting out an urgent call for foster families to care for a growing influx of young felines.

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Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Southeast Georgia Equine Rescue

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During our Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event on Wednesday, Founder and CEO of SGER, Heather Gavitt, shared the heartwarming—and sometimes heartbreaking—stories of a few of their current residents.

Clay County Animal Services shines during Channel 4’s Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event

Passion 4 Pets: Highlighting Clay County Animal Services

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“She’s incredibly smart,” Smith shared, demonstrating Pumpernickel’s ability to sit, lie down, and even offer her paw—all in exchange for a few treats and some praise. “Just a few sessions and she caught on fast.”

All day coverage on May 21 featuring adoptable pets from local shelters
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On Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.

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Embracing Animal Shelter Diversion program with St. Augustine Humane Society

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Celebrate National Rescue Dog Day by sharing your photos, stories on SnapJAX

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Tuesday, May 20, is National Rescue Dog Day!

The Jacksonville Humane Society is seeking the community’s help to save the lives of baby kittens. (Provided by Jacksonville Humane Society)

Kitten-mergency! Jacksonville Humane Society sounds alarm after 443 kittens surrendered to shelter in last 30 days

Read full article: Kitten-mergency! Jacksonville Humane Society sounds alarm after 443 kittens surrendered to shelter in last 30 days

JHS is calling on the community to save the lives of baby kittens after 443 kittens were brought into the shelter in the last 30 days.

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Passion 4 Pets: Haze is the perfect lap dog!

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Treat-motivated Haze is the perfect lap dog for a family with a big backyard just for him.

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Find your furever friend during our Passion 4 Pets coverage on May 21, featuring adoptable pets from local shelters

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On Wednesday, May 21, on Channel 4, Passion 4 Pets is teaming up with local shelters to roll out the red carpet for rescue animals across the region with a heartwarming adoption event.

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