Major Expansion Completed At Manatee County Animal Welfare Facility

The Bishop Animal Shelter with expanded kennels and on-site veterinary care will serve as the primary hub for Manatee County Animal Welfare.

Over 200 Siamese Cats Rescued From Manatee County Home: Officials

204 Siamese cats were rescued from a home in Manatee County, officials said. Most were in good health and are ready for adoption.

23 Cats Rescued From Boat Anchored At Ramp: Manatee County

Manatee County Animal Welfare officers were rescued from unsafe living conditions aboard a boat anchored in Holmes Beach, the county said.

100+ Bunnies Rescued From Hoarder Up For Adoption In Manatee County

More than 100 rabbits rescued from a “heartbreaking” hoarding incident in Bradenton are now available for adoption, Manatee County said.

All Kennels Full, Adoption Fees Waived: Manatee County Animal Welfare

There’s an “urgent” need for adoptions and fosters of medium and large dogs, Manatee County Animal Welfare said.

Dog Adoption Fees Waived By Manatee County Animal Welfare

As the number of dogs arriving at Bradenton-area shelters increases, Manatee County Animal Welfare has waived adoption fees.

2 Dogs Found ‘Trespassing’ At Manatee Memorial Hospital: Police

Officers are looking for the owners of two dogs found “trespassing” at Manatee Memorial Hospital, Bradenton police said.

Dog Adoption Fees Waived During October In Manatee County

To honor Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog Month, Manatee County Animal Welfare is waiving all dog adoption fees in October.

Tiny Kitten Rescued From Bushes Outside Bradenton Police Station

A tuxedo kitten was rescued from shrubbery outside the Bradenton police station and named Bush, officials said.

Lost Dog Reunited With Owner In GA By Manatee County Staff: Watch

A dog abandoned outside the Palmetto Adoption Center was reunited with its owner more than 400 miles away in GA, Manatee County said.

Puppies Abandoned Outside Bradenton Walmart Find Forever Homes: County

Two puppies abandoned in a sealed box outside a Bradenton Walmart in June have found new homes, Manatee County said.

Abandoned Sick Puppies Survive, Move To Foster Home: Manatee County

Rocky and Lilo were found abandoned in a sealed box near a Bradenton Walmart earlier this month, Manatee County Animal Welfare said.

Abandoned 7-Week-Old Puppies Found In Box Near FL Walmart: Sheriff

Puppies with parvo left in a box outside a Bradenton Walmart, Manatee County Animal Welfare said.

Lost Dog Wanders Into Bradenton Dollar Store, Refuses To Leave: Watch

After a four-legged customer wandered into a Dollar General at closing time, Bradenton police helped the lost pup find his way home.

Manatee County Animal Shelters Near Capacity, Trend ‘Concerning’: MCAS

At the start of kitten season, Manatee County Animal Shelters are already nearing capacity this summer. Here’s how you can help.

New Homes For 11 Dogs Rescued From ‘Deplorable’ Conditions: Police

The pups were among dozens of shelter pets who found new homes at Manatee County’s Adopt-A-Palooza Saturday, Bradenton police said.

Dogs Rescued From Bradenton Home Will Be At Adoption Event: Police

Some of the dogs rescued from “deplorable living conditions” over the weekend will be available for adoption at Adopt-A-Palooza on May 21.

Bishop SPCA Property Donated To Manatee County

The 14.47-acre Bishop SPCA site in Bradenton, which houses a 25,000-square-foot medical and intake facility, was donated to Manatee County.

St. PETrick's Day: $10 Pet Adoptions Available In Manatee County

All pet adoption fees, for both dogs and cats, at Manatee County Animal Services will be $10 March 11-20.

‘Home For The Holidays’ Campaign Supports Shelter Animals: County

Manatee County Animal Services waives adoption fees, encourages fostering and asks for donations this holiday season.

$10 Adoption Fees In Place For Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month: County

Celebrating October as Adopt-a-Shelter-Dog month, Manatee County Animal Services has reduced dog adoption fees to $10.

Free Pet Clinic Hosted By Manatee County Animal Services

The county will host a free pet vaccination, microchip and licensing clinic Friday at Rocky Bluff Library in Ellenton.

Free Pet Vaccination Clinic Organized By Animal Services

Manatee County Animal Services will host a free pet vaccination, microchip and licensing clinic Sunday for county pet owners.

FL Animal Tales: Retired Elephants, Baby Lemurs, Illegal Iguanas

In other pet, animal news: a lost dog in the Everglades, black bear breaks into Naples pool, flying turtle crashes through windshield.

$15 Pet Adoptions For St. Patrick’s Day At County Animal Shelter

Manatee County Animal Services is offering a reduced-fee "Feelin' Lucky" adoption promotion for St. Patrick's Day.

Looking For Your One-And-Only Pet? MCAS Waives Adoption Fees

Manatee County Animal Services waives adoption fees Feb. 13-18 in the spirit of Valentine’s Day.

As Puppy Scams Peak, Adopt A Pet Instead At A Bradenton Shelter

A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in Bradenton.

Home For The Holidays Initiative Encourages Pet Adoptions

Manatee County Animal Services has waived adoption fees, encourages fostering, hosts donation drive-through this holiday season.

Beer Can Dogs: Bradenton Brewer Helps Minnesota Family Find Pooch

Raise a glass to this reunion between a Minnesota family and their long missing dog, whose face was featured on a Florida brewer’s beer can.

Canine Trafficking – Hillsborough County taking action

It is the canine version of human trafficking.

Yet Another Reason To Love Pizza: Helping Lost Dogs

The next time someone tells you that you that your waistline doesn't need another pizza, just say you're eating to help lost dogs and cats.

Dog Attacks On Bradenton Postal Workers Are Up Slightly

Dog attacks on postal workers fell nationwide in 2018. Here’s what happened in Bradenton.

Pups Give Expanded Happy Tails Canine Park A Paws Up

Following a five-month expansion project, pups and people are invited to try out the new and improved Happy Tails Canine Park.