Waddles the Pig and the SPCA Trial | Jacksonville News

A 350-pound pig named Waddles is at the center of a high-stakes legal battle in Florida, as the SPCA Tampa Bay faces trial over alleged animal neglect—including leaving him in the sun without water. The SPCA previously paid a fine for cruelty, later seeking to retract the plea after a judge ruled the board didn’t understand the consequences. They also tried to dismiss the case, claiming immunity as a veterinary organization—but the judge rejected that, clarifying the SPCA is an establishment, not a vet. Now, with trial looming, the SPCA insists they’re ready and confident, while Waddles’ supporters hail the ruling as a victory for accountability. The court must now decide: was Waddles abused, and who’s responsible? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24d12fc62161a976