Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on K9s For Warriors, 2 lovable dogs looking for homes
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on K9s For Warriors, 2 lovable dogs looking for homesK9s 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.
Passion 4 Pets: Doc Tony shares the passion behind the project
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Doc Tony shares the passion behind the projectAs 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.
Passion 4 Pets: Jacksonville Humane Society highlights need for kitten foster families
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Jacksonville Humane Society highlights need for kitten foster familiesWith 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.
Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Southeast Georgia Equine Rescue
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Spotlight on Southeast Georgia Equine RescueDuring 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.
Passion 4 Pets: Highlighting Clay County Animal Services
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Highlighting Clay County Animal Services“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.”
Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event: Find your furever friend and make a difference today
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets Adoption Event: Find your furever friend and make a difference todayOn 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.
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 daysJHS 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.
Find your furever friend during our Passion 4 Pets coverage on May 21, featuring adoptable pets from local shelters
Read full article: Find your furever friend during our Passion 4 Pets coverage on May 21, featuring adoptable pets from local sheltersOn 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.
Pawsing for Pets: Meet Delta the kitten & how you can help JHS during kitten season
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Meet Delta the kitten & how you can help JHS during kitten seasonBlaze is a 5-year-old pup who is as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside. Blaze enjoys exploring outdoors, making new friends, and showing off his high-five skills!
Want to bring your dog to the beaches? Here are the rules you need to know
Read full article: Want to bring your dog to the beaches? Here are the rules you need to knowIf your dog loves to feel the sand in their paws, Duval County offers several pet-friendly beaches, but each has rules about when our fur friends can visit their shores.
Kevin Pawstner the beagle is sniffing for his own personal Yellowstone!
Read full article: Kevin Pawstner the beagle is sniffing for his own personal Yellowstone!Say howdy to Kevin Pawstner, a 2 year-old Beagle with an adorable charm and he is ready to ride off with you to his own personal Yellowstone ranch.
Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, pets during spring, summer vacation
Read full article: Hot car warning & other safety tips for traveling with children, pets during spring, summer vacationNational Kids and Pets Day on Saturday serves as a reminder of the dangers they face in cars, especially as families prepare to drive for spring or summer vacations.
House passes bill to propose dog registry, liability insurance for owners following attack on Putnam mail carrier
Read full article: House passes bill to propose dog registry, liability insurance for owners following attack on Putnam mail carrierThe House passed a new bill aimed at creating a dog registry and requiring owners of those dogs to have $100,000 in liability insurance on Wednesday.
Bark and Brew: The Jumbo Shrimp’s first dog day of the season is this Sunday, April 27
Read full article: Bark and Brew: The Jumbo Shrimp’s first dog day of the season is this Sunday, April 27The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are sliding into the new season with a winning record, a revamped ballpark, and a full slate of fan-friendly events — including their much-loved Dog Day this Sunday, presented by Forever Vets.
No kitten around: Hundreds of kittens arrive at Jacksonville Humane Society over last 30 days. Here’s how you can help
Read full article: No kitten around: Hundreds of kittens arrive at Jacksonville Humane Society over last 30 days. Here’s how you can helpSo far in 2025, the Jacksonville Humane Society has taken in 317 kittens, and 216 of those came in the last 30 days. JHS has served an additional 65 kittens through its Kitten Krusader program.
Passion 4 Pets: Understanding the differences between service, support, and companion animals
Read full article: Passion 4 Pets: Understanding the differences between service, support, and companion animalsDoc Tony and Daniel Clavel from K9's For Warriors discuss the distinctions between service, support, and companion animals.
K9s for Warriors to host adoption day event on April 12 at its Mega Kennel Campus
Read full article: K9s for Warriors to host adoption day event on April 12 at its Mega Kennel CampusK9s for Warriors is hosting an adoption day event on Saturday, April 12, at its facility located at 70 Warrior Way in Ponte Vedra.
National Pet Day: Make your pets local stars Friday by sharing photos, videos on SnapJAX
Read full article: National Pet Day: Make your pets local stars Friday by sharing photos, videos on SnapJAXFriday, April 11, is National Pet Day, and there’s nothing we love more than an excuse to have you share photos of your beloved animal family members with us.
22 rehabilitated sea turtles from Cape Cod get second chance at life after release in warm waters of Jekyll Island
Read full article: 22 rehabilitated sea turtles from Cape Cod get second chance at life after release in warm waters of Jekyll IslandFollowing months of treatment and care, Mystic Aquarium released 22 sea turtles back to the ocean in Jekyll Island, Georgia, on Wednesday.
How Clay County pet parents can get free vaccines for their dogs & cats
Read full article: How Clay County pet parents can get free vaccines for their dogs & catsClay County Animal Services (CCAS) will provide free vaccinations for Clay County pets. The no-cost vaccines are made possible through Petco Love’s national vaccinated and loved.
Over 500 families, pets gather for Northeast Florida’s largest pet walk, festival
Read full article: Over 500 families, pets gather for Northeast Florida’s largest pet walk, festivalThe Jacksonville Humane Society hosted the Mutt March on the University of North Florida’s campus to raise money for animals on Saturday.
ACPS needs your help for its 2025 ‘Shelter Slumber Pawty’
Read full article: ACPS needs your help for its 2025 ‘Shelter Slumber Pawty’These annual slumber parties, which are designed to encourage community members to get creative in their support for their local shelters, offer unique opportunities to get involved, such as spending the night at the shelter.
When every second counts: 6 pet emergencies that need immediate vet care
Read full article: When every second counts: 6 pet emergencies that need immediate vet careWhen an emergency strikes, whether it’s an unexpected injury or a sudden illness, the need for immediate and expert care is crucial.
Looking for a new furry family member? National Adoption Week starts Monday!
Read full article: Looking for a new furry family member? National Adoption Week starts Monday!And if you don’t have a fur-baby (or wouldn’t mind adding to your pack), next week is the perfect time to adopt and start enjoying the hope, companionship and unconditional love pets can bring.
Winston awaits his forever family: A sweet companion ready to make memories
Read full article: Winston awaits his forever family: A sweet companion ready to make memoriesWinston, a lovable and patient pup, is eagerly waiting for his forever humans to come along and create lasting memories with him. Despite his charming personality and adorable demeanor, Winston has yet to find his happily ever after.
How one woman veteran found her saving grace through her service dog Bobbi
Read full article: How one woman veteran found her saving grace through her service dog BobbiWomen are becoming the fastest-growing demographic of the veteran population and are struggling to find the resources they need to deal with the invisible wounds of PTSD.