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Today at 5:18 PM  When the temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat stroke for your pet and animal experts say you need to follow certain tips and closely monitor your pet's behavior to make sure they don't become a victim.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Updated with video; Officials say dog bites continue to be a serious health and safety issue across the nation.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Updated with video; Ben Hill County Commissioners met today for their weekly workshop.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  The Best Friends Humane Society animal shelter in Worth County is currently filled to capacity with dogs, cats, and even a pig waiting to be adopted.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  USDA makes 2nd attempt with livestock ID system meant to help control spread of animal disease

Thursday, April 04, 2013  Officials with the Lee County Animal Shelter say around 7:00 p.m. Monday night, three puppies were dropped off outside of their gate.

Friday, March 22, 2013  In our Facebook story of the day, you wanted to know if pet CPR exists and if it is effective.

Friday, March 22, 2013  After researching and voting on a name for each of the 22 classes at Turner Elementary School, the baby winning moniker for Chehaw Wild Animal Park's baby kangaroo is Adeline.

Saturday, March 16, 2013  Updated with video; Wild Adventures Theme Park employees lined the gates of the park to welcome guests to the first day of the 2013 season when the park opened at 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Updated with video; Students at Turner Elementary School in Albany are competing in a contest to name Chehaw Wild Animal Park's baby kangaroo.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  Updated with video; A woman was walking down a public street in Bronwood when two pit bulls charged towards her.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  Updated with video; In our Facebook Story of the Day, you wanted to know where obedience training for dogs is offered around Albany.

Saturday, February 23, 2013  A horse participating in the Horse Shows in the Sun (HITS), horse show in Ocala was referred to the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine after showing clinical neurological signs on February 20, 2013.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  TV special follows US military dog teams through glory, trauma of combat from front lines

Saturday, February 16, 2013  Updated with video; According to Albany Animal Control who's at fault depends on the circumstances surrounding the attack.