Local Apopka non-profit Candy's Cats celebrated its 17th Anniversary on June 6th. The beloved organization has been “making life sweeter” by finding forever homes for their feline friends through adoptions. more

April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Embrace Families, the lead nonprofit agency overseeing child welfare in Orange County, is hosting a number of educational events to raise awareness and promote advocacy. more

From Orange County Animal Services Orange County Animal Services (OCAS) is currently caring for nearly 350 pets, placing the shelter near capacity. A portion of those pets have come from a recent … more

Have you ever thought about fostering? If so, you’re not alone: According to a 2017 survey, approximately 28% of adults have considered becoming a foster parent. more

By Mickenzie Hannon, Interning Correspondent Faryn and Brynn are the greatest of sisters. Through trials, tribulations, homelessness, and pregnancies, they have supported one another. Faryn, a sweet … more

The most recent data show Florida has more than 22,600 kids in out-of-home-care From Public News Service May is National Foster Care Month, and states like Florida are still adjusting to … more

Earlier this year OCAS made a desperate plea to the community looking for a home for Rocket who, like Tonka, had been with them in excess of 200 days; they are hoping Tonka can be just as fortunate - … more

Animal Services gets more cats than dogs. The more foster parents on board to help these little ones the more lives are saved. Consider providing temporary housing for animals that otherwise have no … more

From Orange County Animal Services Orange County Animal Services officers impounded a total of 47 cats last week from a single manufactured home in the Conway area. The homeowner stated he brought … more

From the Orange County Newsroom Rocket (A447954) was first impounded at Orange County Animal Services on February 13, 2020. The dog, a 2-year-old medium-sized fawn male, has now spent 220 days in the … more