Animals

Protecting people and pets in Mississippi

One state lawmaker wants to help protect pets and domestic abuse victims. Animal Control Officer Melanie Roe said, “I’ve had a domestic violence situation to where the father asked the two children do you want your momma or do you…

Recent black bear sightings on the Gulf Coast

Black bear sightings on the Mississippi Gulf Coast have been raising concerns over the past couple weeks through social media. Two weeks ago, a video of a black bear on a tree outside a home off 603 on Standard Dedeaux…

Three dead dogs found in Pascagoula home

The Pascagoula Police Department found three dead dogs and rescued eight others when responding to a complaint last Thursday. A process server visiting a home located in the 2700 block of Fernwood Avenue called police when they detected a strong…

Two horses saved from Mexico slaughterhouse

Thousands of horses are taken over the United State borders to be slaughtered every year. Thanks to a rescue made right here on the Coast, two horses in route to be killed are getting a second chance at life. Jimmy…

Sick raccoons still a hazard for pet owners in Long Beach

The total number of raccoons carrying the viral disease that has recently broke out in Long Beach keeps growing. Long Beach Animal Control has now collected more than one hundred raccoons with distemper throughout the city. Animal control officers were…

Prissy the Pitbull is looking for a forever home

In January, on a freezing night in Gulfport, a Pitbull was found on the side of the road giving birth. Her puppies have found a home and now the mother is looking for a warm home of her own. Prissy…

Saving city funds by helping furry friends

For seven years now, the Long Beach Police Department has sheltered stray cats and dogs instead of taking them over to the Humane Society, but why do they do this? News 25’s Veronica Bayona has the full story. Seven years…

Pitbull gives birth in below freezing weather

The unusually cold weather continues to chill the South and in the middle of below freezing temperatures, a Pitbull gave birth to seven puppies. The pregnant Pitbull was found abandoned on the railroad tracks in Gulfport. Born in below freezing…

IMMS animals receive toys for Christmas

Children weren’t the only ones with a Christmas list this year. The animals at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies had a few toys they wanted for themselves as well. The parrots, dolphins, turtles, sea lions, and much more got…

Wild animals in rehab need community’s help

The holidays are a special time of the year when many warm and fuzzy feelings are in the air. Local fuzzy friends are in need of our community’s help this Christmas. One-eyed Willy is one of the birds being nursed…

Are you gifting a pet for Christmas?

With the countdown to Christmas underway, the Humane Society of South Mississippi has an important message for those who plan on giving pets as gifts. More often than not, those who give or receive pets for Christmas don’t plan ahead…

[Graphic Content] Family dog shot with bow and arrow

The series of images we’re about to show you are disturbing and viewer discretion is advised. An innocent animal with an arrow through it's head. These images were posted on Facebook by an Ocean Springs police officer who discovered his…

Vicious dogs possibly loose in Gulfport

The Gulfport Police Department would like to notify the public of two vicious dogs that are possibly loose in the area of Pratt Avenue and 20th Street. The Gulfport Police Department has received three reports of dog attacks by these…

Biloxi Fire Department rescues puppies

It was a dog-gone good week for the Biloxi Fire Department after rescuing a mother and her litter of puppies on Sunday. The fire department responded to an animal rescue call on Division Street. Upon arriving, they heard whimpering and…

Police: Dogs poisoned in Long Beach

After receiving reports about someone going around poisoning dogs in Long Beach, the police department is on a mission to track down whoever is behind it. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson joins us with more.

What scientists are doing to restore our sea life on the Coast

The amount of sea-life found dead on the Coast this year is concerning marine experts. Scientists at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies tell News 25 the heavy rainfall and impact from the hurricanes have disrupted habitats. Right now at…

Humane Society of South Mississippi drive

As the Humane Society of South Mississippi desperately looks to give their animals to loving homes, one radio DJ is celebrating her birthday by giving back. 107.1 the Monkey’s radio personality Valerie Kattz set a goal of raising $4,500 for…

Hattiesburg Zoo comes to the Coast

The Hattiesburg Zoo made a stop at the Edgewater Mall in Biloxi on Saturday. The educational presentation discussed humans impact on the world. The zoo crew came with a lesson that was aimed at teaching conservation and building a better…

Officer saves turtle in the rain in Gulfport

A bystander in the right place at the right time witnessed a Naval Construction Battalion Police Officer stopping in the rain to help a stranded turtle. Around 9:35 a.m., Master at Arms Seaman Kyno Wilbon was patrolling Blue Heron Way…

Three little rescued owls return home

Three little owls are back in nature where they belong after being nursed back to health by rescue workers. The group of owls were released into the wild in Vancleave this morning and one of the owls has a very…

Overcrowding problem costing animals’ lives

The Jackson County Animal Shelter works hard every day to help as many animals as they can find new homes and live a healthy life. But, the number of animals forced to be euthanized last month was the highest it…