Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the ASPCA Veterinary Forensic Science Center in Gainesville opened in late 2020 as the nation's first forensic laboratory that assists law enforcement and animal ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — People with substance use disorder who participate in recovery running programs have shown improved success in maintaining their sobriety and reducing their risk for relapse. Those ...

Florida database tracks those guilty of animal cruelty. Pet sellers, rescue groups can screen applicants so they won't place a dog with animal abusers ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Part of a new Florida law takes effect Jan. 1 that aims to make it easier to find out if a person wanting to adopt a dog or cat has a history of animal abuse. Back in May, ...

Florida launched a statewide animal abuse database, known as "Dexter's Law," ahead of its 2026 deadline. The public, searchable list contains the names of individuals convicted of or pleading no ...