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Read MorePima County, AZ – On Friday night, a K9 with the Pima County Sheriff’s Department was killed during a search for an armed suspect. K9 Kenzo was sent to search a commercial yard and became…
Martin County, FL – A dog trapped in an alligator-infested waterway was rescued by the authorities this week. According to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, MCSO Animal Services Supervisor Karen Kneubehl, Officer Shannon McGee and…
Philadelphia, PA – A 13-year-old cat named Thumper is struggling after his owner surrendered him to a Philadelphia shelter. The cat, affectionately referred to as a “gentle cow cat,” desperately needs to be relocated to…
Alexandria, VA – A puppy is in need of a new home after his owner abandoned him outside of a Virginia animal shelter yesterday. On Thursday, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria shared photos of the…
A woman was recently booted off a Southwest Airlines flight after she comforted her newly adopted puppy. Sara Price, a witness to the ordeal, captured the woman’s exit from the plane and she posted her…
Brooklyn, NY – An affectionate dog named Ocean was recently surrendered by her owner, who left shelter staff with a touching note that outlines the dog’s many attributes. On Wednesday, Boroughbred in Brooklyn, a volunteer-run…
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Read MoreDetroit, Michigan – Days ago, a dog was rescued from the freezing waters of the Detroit River. Michigan Humane shared dramatic video and photos of the rescue effort and yesterday, provided an update about the…
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Read MoreAustin, Texas – Unwanted kittens are safe after being rescued from freezing temperatures. According to the Austin Police Department, eight caged kittens were abandoned on a sidewalk in late January. In a social media post…
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Read MoreLos Angeles, California – A California man has been sentenced to jail time and probation for charges stemming from an animal cruelty incident in June 2025. According to sources, 25-year-old Cesar Gustavo Diaz, of Watts,…
ANIMAL CRUELTY
Read MoreLos Angeles, California – A California man has been sentenced to jail time and probation for charges stemming from an animal cruelty incident in June 2025. According to sources, 25-year-old Cesar Gustavo Diaz, of Watts,…
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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…
Less than a week ago, National Animal News reported on a deadly virus impacting dogs in multiple states. Many people asked if the virus was regional, or nationwide – the short answer is that it…
Denver, CO – The Denver Zoo is mourning the loss of an African lion who was humanely euthanized for chronic health issues. In a public release, the zoo said that Princess Sabi was euthanized on…
Update 11/25/2023: Betty was rescued by Northwest Boxer Rescue! Van Nuys, CA – A senior dog, 10 years of age, is at risk of being euthanized at the Los Angeles Animal Services – East Valley…
Chicago, IL – Hearts broke with word that a handsome “meatball” named Elvis did not get a home at a recent adoption event. The three-year-old mixed breed, in the care of the Anti-Cruelty Society, did…
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Thanks to the new legislation, around half a million dogs will be freed from being trained by these devices, which cause both physical and psychological harm.
Harry and Luna have been swiping items from their owner’s neighbors.
Dogs at Georgia’s Fulton County Animal Services facility are facing a life-or-death situation because of a deadly canine flu.
Memphis, TN – Being a homeless dog is tough. Being a homeless senior dog is tougher. And being an animal shelter trying to find all of the homeless pets new homes…
Fresno, CA – A Califiornia rescue agency is doing everything in its power to save a cat who has been severely abused. According to the Kirkland Foundation, the gray and…
Bloomfield, NJ – Two cats are safe after someone taped them inside of a cardboard box and abandoned them at an apartment complex. On Wednesday, the Bloomfield Animal Shelter posted a photo of…
Austin, TX – A dog who spent 301 days at an Austin animal shelter was miraculously reunited with her family. The pit bull was known as Juicee at the Austin Animal…
Broward County, FL – A shelter cat named Romeo found a new home after a video detailing his sad situation began circulating on social media. The friendly tabby cat wound up…
