Mya is a husky and is a little more than a year old. She is still a puppy so she is a bit ‘crazy.’ Her best friend is Terrance, a brindle terrier mix rescue and the gentlest dog. Mya and Terrance live with proud owner Ellen MacNeil, and dad Rick, in Land O’ Lakes.
Pets/Wildlife
All about family
Eddy loves running water
The loudest bird in Florida?
Steve Vinik heard a bird squawking behind him at his home in Lexington Oaks, Wesley Chapel, and spotted this limpkin on his roof. The reason for all the noise? It’s usually territorial males reminding each other of their space. To hear the bird, visit AllAboutBirds.org/guide/Limpkin/overview.
A family trio
Woodstorks soar like raptors
Elaine Parker said this curious woodstork came up to her truck while she was getting ready to take her dog for a walk in Zephyr Park. This bald-headed wading bird stands just over 3 feet tall, and roosts and nests in colonies in trees above standing water. Florida populations have declined as water management has become a more difficult problem.
Poppy is an absolute love
Poppy is a Havanese and about 7 months old. She rarely barks, but she will whine when she wants something. She loves people and thinks everyone should stop and pet her. Poppy couldn’t wait for her owner to brush her teeth, so shown here, she did it herself (she really likes the toothbrush). Poppy lives with her proud owner Donna Denommee in Zephyrhills.
A colorful songbird
Carmen Harris, of Land O’ Lakes, enjoys bird-watching, especially in her own backyard. She was delighted to spot a painted bunting that frequents her feeder. These fairly common songbirds breed in the coastal Southeast and in the south-central United States, where they often come to feeders. Harris said the bird looks so tropical!
Meet King George
This is King George, a rescued feral cat. He is a very calm cat and grants his rescuer short brushing /petting time. King George stays in his outdoor ‘recovery condo,’ but loves the warmth of the car engine — his favorite spot during the winter. His face seemingly shows he does not approve of having his photo taken. Anita Cooney has rescued King George and five other ferals as a community service.