Animals

Humane Society of South Mississippi received check from Petco

Thanks to Petco, the Humane Society of South Mississippi will be able to help owners keep their pets healthy and reduce the number of animals that are surrendered. Today, Petco presented a $400,000 check to the Humane Society of South…

Manatee sightings in Back Bay

Visitors to Biloxi’s Back Bay may have the chance to spot some very large sea animals. Photos from a recent Facebook post from the Mobile Manatees Sighting Network show the presence of manatees in the bay. Dr. Moby Solangi with…

Rescued sea lions released into ocean in Peru

An adorable group of sea lions returned back to the wild Wednesday. The pups were only seven months old when they were found orphaned off the coast of Peru. Wildlife experts from the Organization for Research and Conservation of Aquatic…

Update on rare whale at IMMS

Last month, News 25 told you about the rare whale that was recovering at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini brings us an update on the rare whale. Veterinarian Dr. Debra Moore said, “Honestly, I thought…

Bears have a pool party

Baby bear cubs in Colorado took a dip in the pool on the last nice day before the winter. And it was just in time as snow fell the following day. Their mother watched from nearby. Police kept an eye…

The dog ate my... traffic citation?

You've heard of "my dog ate my homework,’ but have you heard of "my dog ate my traffic citation"? A young man entered Santa Barbara CHP Office with a first for the officer on duty. The ticket the man needed…

Sloth visits patients at Texas children's hospital

A slow and steady creature is quickly bringing joy to kids at one Texas hospital. Say hello to Sienna. She's the two-toed sloth making the rounds at Baptist Children's Hospital in San Antonio. Sienna is brightening up the day for…

New dog park to open in Long Beach

A good day starts with a good dog and the City of Long Beach has plenty of good days ahead with the addition of their new dog park. The ‘F.E.T.C.H. Park’ has been in the works for two years, but…

Jackson County Shelter adoption sale

Jackson County residents had the opportunity today to bring home furry companions at little to no cost. The Jackson County Animal Shelter prepared for the Fourth of July holiday by holding an adoption sale, giving residents the opportunity to give…

HSSM way over capacity

The Humane Society of South Mississippi is over capacity. They are in desperate need of help from the community. Last week, the Humane Society had 188 pets come into the shelter and they only adopted out around 40. The capacity…

JoJo the Kangaroo update: vet says JoJo looks healthy

We’ve been keeping you up to date with the Coast’s favorite kangaroo and today we have some more good news to report about JoJo the Kangaroo. JoJo had his second veterinary appointment today and his owner, Cody Breland, said he…

JoJo the Kangaroo is back home and recovering

Typically you have to go to Australia if you want to see a kangaroo hopping around outside, but that wasn’t the case for many people who saw JoJo hanging around Gulfport last week. Last week, JoJo the Kangaroo captured the…

Hang out with exotic animals in South Mississippi

It’s not every day you get the chance to see animals from different continents in South Mississippi, but you now have the opportunity. Take a 20 minute drive north of Gulfport to McHenry and you might think you’re on the…

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…