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Season 15 Episode 03: Big Hearts for Big Dogs: Inside America’s Largest No-Kill Rescue https://www.animalzone.org/episode/season-15/ep-03 In this powerful and uplifting episode of AnimalZone, we travel to Palm Beach County, Florida, to visit Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the largest no-kill dog rescue in America. Founder Lauree Simmons gives us an inside look at this extraordinary 33-acre campus dedicated to saving the dogs most often left behind—big dogs. Episode 04: Designe

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed two new animal welfare bills into law, strengthening penalties for animal cruelty and adding new consumer protections for Floridians adopting or purchasing pets. READ MORE: https://cbs12.com/news/local/florida-news-beagle-rescue-governor-ron-desantis-to-speak-alongside-state-officials-at-big-dog-ranch-rescue-south-florida-palm-beach-county-news-loxahatchee-14444-okeechobee-boulevard-wilton-simpson-melanie-griffin-lauree-simmons-reho

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After spending their lives bred for laboratory research, 1,500 beagles are getting a second chance, with a Florida-based rescue stepping in to lead one of the largest dog relocations in U.S. history. READ MORE: https://cbs12.com/news/local/florida-rescue-leads-effort-to-give-1500-lab-beagles-a-second-chance-big-dog-ranch-rescue-south-florida-palm-beach-county-animal-testing-lab-blue-mounds-center-for-a-humane-economy-loxahatchee-puppy-mill

Nine Shiba Inus have been given a second chance and the beginning of a life they were never meant to live. After spending their lives in a puppy mill, used only for breeding, they were ultimately discarded when they were no longer considered “useful.” Dogs like these are often left behind in confinement, without the care or compassion they deserve. But that is not their story. Our rescue team brought all nine to safety at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, where they experienced something

Earth came into our care after being surrendered due to severe medical concerns. From the moment she arrived, it was clear she was critically ill, extremely underweight, anemic, and in urgent need of intensive medical intervention. Our veterinary team immediately began around-the-clock care. Earth was placed on multiple medications, including steroids, antibiotics, and continuous rate infusion (CRI) insulin, while receiving constant monitoring and advanced diagnostics. Every

Cheyenne is this week's Pet of the Week. She is available at Big Dog Ranch Rescue. READ MORE: https://www.wpbf.com/article/wpbf-to-the-rescue-helping-animals-find-forever-homes-1762953340-1763559441-1764163252-1765373546-1765977368-1766583758-1767190960-1768398151-1769606628-1770818696-1771423923-1772025359-1772628220-1773230966-1774440916-1775045782-1776255207/71024526

How We Helped Save 80 Dogs' Lives from the Largest Rescue Operation in California One of the largest animal rescue operations in recent U.S. history unfolded in Lake Hughes, California after authorities uncovered a hoarding situation involving an individual, Christine De Andra, who was posing as an animal rescue under the name “Rock N Pawz Rescue.” More than 300 dogs and cats were discovered living in extreme overcrowding and unsanitary conditions. Many were sick, malnourishe

We rescued Cinnamon in June 2025, and for nearly a year, she was in our care, healing from a past no dog should ever endure. Her previous owner had cruelly poured acid on her back, leaving her with severe chemical burns, a horrific act of cruelty. Those scars would remain for life, a permanent mark of the suffering she survived. But she was safe with us, and time after time, she waited at the ranch for her forever person, hoping one day someone would see past her scars and r

TV star Katherine Heigl and Jeanine Pirro among celebrities at Big Dog Rescue Ranch fundraising weekend at Mar-a-Lago. READ MORE: https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/local/wellington/2026/03/09/lara-trump-katherine-heigl-jeanine-pirro-big-dog-ranch-rescue-mar-a-lago/89063267007/

During her year of service, Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan champions initiatives that uplift communities across the country—from Alaska to Maine. But few causes are closer to her heart than caring for animals. During a recent visit to West Palm Beach, Florida, the proud dog owner made a special stop at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the nation’s largest cage-free, no-kill dog rescue. Read More: https://missamerica.org/2026/03/10/a-paw-fect-stop-miss-america-visits-big-dog-ranch-resc

Philanthropy, fashion, and a shared love for animals came together in extraordinary fashion as Big Dog Ranch Rescue hosted its annual Wine, Women & Shoes fundraising weekend in Palm Beach, drawing more than 2,000 guests and raising a record-breaking $5.5 million to support lifesaving rescue efforts for dogs across the United States. The glamorous three-day event took place at the iconic Mar-a-Lago Club, where supporters, philanthropists, celebrities, and animal advocates ga

PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Celebrities and canines took center stage at The Mar-a-Lago Club as actress and animal advocate Katherine Heigl and “Dog Whisperer” Ceasar Millan joined a high-profile fundraiser for rescue dogs. READ MORE: https://www.wpbf.com/article/florida-big-dog-ranch-rescue-raises-record-5-million-at-mar-a-lago/70668638

LOXAHATCHEE, Fla. (CBS12) — Big Dog Ranch Rescue celebrated a major milestone in veteran support and animal welfare on Monday with the opening of the Patriot Pet Lodge. READ MORE: https://cbs12.com/news/local/big-dog-ranch-rescue-opens-patriot-pet-lodge-to-triple-support-for-veterans-service-dogs-boarding-military-okeechobee-boulevard-loxahatchee-january-19-2026

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On December 29, Big Dog Ranch Rescue was alerted to extreme animal cruelty at an East Texas breeding operation known as Giant German Shepherd Ranch, owned by Kristine Hicks. We acted immediately. Because Big Dog Ranch Rescue formed a new Federal Animal Cruelty Task Force in December, this case was elevated without delay to the highest levels of government. That task force includes U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins, Lara Trump, Secretary

When 5-year-old Twisty arrived at Big Dog Ranch Rescue, her story was nearly over before it had a chance to begin. Rescued from Broward County Animal Care and Control moments before she was set to be euthanized , this sweet Bulldog came to us in devastating condition, with her lower jaw having been severely degloved , leaving her in unimaginable pain. Despite everything she had endured, Twisty’s eyes still held a spark, a quiet plea for help, and a will to survive. Our medica

Not many chips have taken a journey quite like our beloved Dorito. At just five months old, this stunning Bluetick Coonhound was rescued from Morgan County, Georgia, where she was deemed a lost cause due to her severe heart conditions. But Big Dog Ranch Rescue saw her potential and immediately stepped in, ensuring she made it to safety. Her journey led her to our Alabama campus before she finally arrived at our Ranch here in Florida, where she’s been given a second chance at

Even though he is only 5 months old, Rocky's journey has definitely been rocky. This beautiful pup was rescued by Big Dog Ranch Rescue back in December from the streets of Puerto Rico. While we may never know the full extent of what he endured, his little body speaks volumes—each scar and fracture a testament to the mountains he’s already climbed. As soon as Rocky arrived on our Florida campus, our medical team quickly discovered that he had suffered severe fractures in his h