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Read MoreKerrville, Texas – In July, devastating floods ravaged the Kerr County community and in the midst of the disaster, a cat named Hazel vanished. Against all odds, after months passed, Hazel has been found. Last…
Palm Beach County, Florida – The owner of a Delray dog daycare was arrested and charged for an attack that left a small dog with a fractured jaw. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office issued…
Update! Ruffles has been rescued. Olivia is still waiting to be adopted/rescued. Please share on her behalf. Apple Valley, California – Dogs are intuitive…knowing when it’s time for a walk, or when their person is…
Lakewood, California – A family’s cat is missing after an Amazon delivery driver allegedly picked her up and took her after dropping off a package last week. The disturbing incident was captured on Diane Huff…
Mahoning County, Ohio – A dog suffering from a horrifically infected leg wound had to be humanely euthanized after someone abandoned her outside of a rescue group’s shelter building in the freezing cold. The Mahoning…
Everett, Washington – This week, the Everett Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect in an animal cruelty case involving a dog who was abandoned in a suitcase that was tossed into a dumpster.…
Dogs
Read MoreSampson County, North Carolina – Dozens of dogs perished this week in a tragic building fire at a dog breeding operation in Sampson County. According to sources, the fire took place at the Black Creek Kennels…
Scranton, Pennsylvania – Two women and a service dog were killed by a crazed man wielding a machete in Scranton. According to the Scranton Police, 38-year-old Michael Woods attacked his victims at the Jermyn Apartments…
Atlanta, Georgia – A former Atlanta Police Department officer has been arrested and is facing three counts of aggravated cruelty to animals for torturing and killing her dog. According to sources, Zabria Bridges intentionally broke…
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – On Tuesday, staff at the Pennsylvania SPCA found a taped-up box outside of the shelter facility. The cardboard box had a note on the side stating that the person had “no other…
Orange County, California – An Orange County man faces more than eight years in prison for an act of animal cruelty that claimed the life of a pregnant dog. According to a press release from…
University Place, Washington – Last week, the Smith family experienced every pet owner’s greatest fear…a devastating fire destroyed their house, and killed their dogs and cats, while they were not at home. The fire consumed…
Detroit, Michigan – Tis the season for extreme elements to take a toll on neglected pets. In the summer, the heat kills dogs who are not provided with shelter and in the winter, dogs who…
Cats
Read MoreAuburn, Washington – Late last week, someone abandoned 18 sick cats and kittens outside a door of the Auburn Valley Humane Society. According to the animal welfare agency, the ailing felines were left outside a…
Mission Viejo, CA – On Wednesday, officials with Mission Viejo Animal Services announced the arrest of the man caught on surveillance video abandoning an injured cat in a dumpster near the 25000 block of Cabot…
Update 3/13/2025: Man arrested – read more here. Mission Viejo, CA – The Mission Viejo Animal Services agency is hoping that a member of the public will assist them in identifying the person who abandoned…
South Bend, Indiana – A 23-year-old man was arrested on Thursday afternoon after allegedly throwing a cat from the Mishawaka Avenue Bridge into the St. Joseph River. The St. Joseph County Police Department announced the…
Hamilton County, IN – For over a decade, a beautiful tabby named Fiona lived a comfortable life with her family. But her life was turned upside down when her family of 12 years brought home…
Update: Yuri is back! Adopt-An-Angel told Facebook followers, “BREAKING NEWS! We have YURI back!!! Thank you Internet sleuths! The WPD has picked her up and we have her. We do NOT intend to press charges.…
Paso Robles, CA – Felony animal cruelty charges have been filed against a Paso Robles apartment manager after the discovery of 40 dead cats and deplorable conditions in a unit at the Presidio Apartments, at…
WILDLIFE
Read MoreCatalina Island, California – In an effort to preserve the native habitat on Catalina Island, California officials have approved a plan to kill mule deer that occupy the land. Mule deer were intentionally introduced to…
Colorado – Heavy snowfall in eastern Colorado is driving Pronghorn onto roads and they are dying in the dozens because of vehicles that mow them over. According to the southeast state wildlife office, the animals…
New York – Social media darling P’Nut the squirrel and Fred the Raccoon, who were killed by state officials in late October, did not have rabies says Chemung County Executive Chris Moss. The animals were…
Pine City, New York – Outrage is spreading across the nation as people learn that two beloved Instagram stars have been seized from their owner and euthanized by officials with the New York Department of…
Jackson, Wyoming – People familiar with a beloved grizzly bear known as Grizzly 399 are mourning the news of her death. The 28-year-old grizzly, fondly known as the Queen of the Tetons, died after being…
Newport, OR – A cougar spotted on a boat dock in Newport suffered a tragic demise after being shot with a tranquilizer dart on Thursday morning. According to the Newport Police, the cougar was on…
Poulsbo, WA – A woman in western Washington called 911 after being frightened by a mob of raccoons who invaded her yard, causing her to flee because of their aggressive behavior. Sheriff’s spokesperson Kevin McCarty…
ANIMAL CRUELTY
Read MoreBallinger, Texas – More than 70 animals, including 60+ dogs and puppies, have been rescued from a rural Texas home where they were living in squalor. Humane World for Animals, formerly Humane Society of the…
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Everett, Washington – This week, the Everett Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect in an animal cruelty case involving a dog who was abandoned in a suitcase that was tossed into a dumpster.…
Portland, Oregon – A Portland man is facing a slew of charges stemming from sexual abuse of children and chickens. The “Keep Portland Weird” slogan wasn’t technically meant for people like 56-year-old Iosif Blashishen, but if…
Poinsett County, Arkansas – A man found in a filthy home with 24 dead cats and kittens will not be spending any time in jail. According to sources, 38-year-old Boddie E. Williams negotiated a plea…
Jackson County, Mississippi – A Mississippi man who raped his cousin’s pregnant dog, Baby Girl, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and he is required to register as a sex offender. The vile…
NATIONAL ANIMAL NEWS
Read MoreFlorida – Florida has officially launched its first statewide animal abuser database, marking a major step forward in protecting animals and holding offenders accountable. The searchable database, now live on the Florida Department of Law Enforcement…
San Bernardino, CA – A young dog finds herself in need of help at a busy California animal shelter. The year-old Old English sheepdog, dubbed Baroness, entered the facility on March 19, and her stray…
Oklahoma City, OK – Adult dogs and young puppies were rescued from a parked car in Oklahoma City on March 1. According to the authorities, the 11 dogs and puppies were on the verge of…
Carbonado, WA – The search continues for a woman who fell into a rain swollen river in Pierce County on Sunday morning. Rescuers were dispatched to the Carbon River on Sunday after Zuleika Witron, 28,…
Petal, Miss. – A family is mourning the death or their dog, who was bludgeoned to death by an 11-year-old boy early last week. According to sources, the dog, Chico, was beaten to death with a…
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University Place, Washington – Last week, the Smith family experienced every pet owner’s greatest fear…a devastating fire destroyed their house, and killed their dogs and cats, while they were not…
Detroit, Michigan – Tis the season for extreme elements to take a toll on neglected pets. In the summer, the heat kills dogs who are not provided with shelter and…
Everett, Washington – A dog dubbed Binny is recovering after someone put her in a suitcase and threw her into an Everett dumpster. Thankfully the dog was discovered and rescued…
Lynwood, California – Police in Los Angeles County are searching for a man who witnesses say strangled and assaulted a German shepherd. The cruel incident was observed on the afternoon…
Atlanta, Georgia – A couple is facing felony aggravated animal cruelty charges for ongoing abuse that killed their dog, Hailey. Elijah Cox, 23, and Chakyra Stanford, 20, tried claiming their…
Ashland, Virginia – A rowdy raccoon had a few too many drinks on Black Friday and had to be rescued from the bathroom floor of an Ashland, Virginia, ABC Store.…
Rio Rancho, New Mexico – A woman’s dog was seriously injured after a stranger opened fire at him on a rural trail outside of Rio Rancho. As reported by KOB…
San Bernardino, California – In mid-November, a beautiful German shepherd alerted humans to her discarded newborn puppies, who had been callously thrown in a dumpster. The three-year-old dog, dubbed Roxy,…
