Heather Leigh

1 week ago | abcactionnews.com | Heather Leigh

GuinnessGuinness is a seven-month-old who is already a survivor. After being hit by a car and surrendered by his owner, many wonderful people stepped up to save his life. With multiple broken bones in his hind leg, he had to have it amputated. He has been nothing but wonderful since. Guinness is great with other dogs and loves doing whatever they are doing. He gets around perfectly fine, loves to lay in the sun sleeping in his crate at night and he’s potty trained.

2 weeks ago | abcactionnews.com | Heather Leigh

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — April is Autism Awareness Month, and recently, the Centers for Disease Control reported autism diagnoses continue to increase in the U.S.Many experts believe the increase is because of a better understanding and the broadening classification of autism. An early diagnosis can also mean better outcomes, and play therapy can really help with that.

3 weeks ago | abcactionnews.com | Heather Leigh

Holly and DonnerThis adorable pair of chihuahua mix dogs is bonded and looking for a home together. They both found themselves at the county shelter with their five very young puppies when a citizen came upon them in a vacant lot back in December. Thankfully, they were safe just in time as temps outside were freezing that night. Holly is very sweet and cuddly. Donner is also affectionate and a bit more playful, and they love to snuggle and play together.

4 weeks ago | abcactionnews.com | Heather Leigh

TAMPA, Fla. — Advocates continue to look for solutions to the childcare crisis in Florida. Last year, some big changes were made to the School Readiness program, tuition assistance for working families making at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. Before the changes last year, if you got a promotion at work or started making more money, you could only stay in the program until you earned 85% of the state median income.

1 month ago | abcactionnews.com | Heather Leigh

Nicholas HammondHi there, I’m Nicholas Hammond, an 8-month-old hound mix with a heart full of love and a goofy personality just waiting to shine in my forever home!I’m a sweet, shy boy who’s learning all about the world—and with some patience, I’ll blossom into your best buddy. I’m potty trained, crate trained, and super food-motivated, so teaching me tricks will be a breeze! I get along great with big dogs and love having a furry friend to show me the ropes.