GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan – This is the largest adoption event filled with lots of fun, furry animals. The 15th annual West Michigan Pet Expo kicked off Saturday at the Deltaplex in Grand Rapids. Organizers say that while it’s a good time, it’s for an even greater cause. “Huge adoption area …
Read More »Gaston County Museum helps dogs and cats find forever homes
GASTON COUNTY, NC (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — When you think of adopting a pet, you don’t usually think of a museum involved in the process. The Gaston County Museum does, however, play a role in the adoption of dogs and cats. It’s part of a program called “Curator, Cats, and …
Read More »Spokane County Animal Control will soon resume allowing pets
Cat and dog owners will soon be able to register their pets again. Over the past few months, the Spokane Regional Animal Care Service has moved its cat and dog data into a new licensing system. This transfer of data forced SCRAPS to temporarily cease issuing licenses, except in an …
Read More »Fort Bend County Judge KP George and Houston Humane Society Organize Pet Food Drive
The Houston Humane Society and Fort Bend County Judge KP George held a pet food drive Friday, March 18 at the Four Corners Community Center in Sugar Land. The event served 108 households. The Humane Society said Pet Pantry partnerships play a vital role in keeping pets fed at home …
Read More »COVID-19 Emergency Loan Relief and Federal Student Aid
The COVID-19 disease is having a major effect on American economy. Due to recent decisions taken by both the federal and state government, ASHA members who own small-scale businesses, private practices or are independent contractors could now be eligible for emergency loan assistance. The following information will be updated information as developments …
Read More »Aid project launched to feed thousands of animals in Ukrainian shelters
A new aid project has been launched to feed animals in hundreds of shelters across Ukraine. Animal rights organization Four Paws said it is partnering with Animal ID and Dogs Trust Worldwide to launch the aid project, called UPAW, for the Ukrainian Pet Association Worldwide. UPAW will soon be accepting …
Read More »Stephanie Greenstein Obituary (1945 – 2021) – Beaumont, TX
Stephanie (née Beestrum) Greenstein died on November 24, 2021 at the age of 76 in Houston, Texas. She had a compassionate ending to an amazing story. Steph was born in Big Spring, Texas and was predeceased by her parents Olaf and Edna Beestrum. She is survived by her three daughters …
Read More »AI program finds adoptable dogs based on children’s doodles
If your kids dream of adding a furry friend to the family, they’ve probably picked up a pencil or crayon on paper to sketch out their vision of the perfect pet. Now, a nifty new program will help them find their perfect pet — while helping a shelter dog find …
Read More »Shelter in Poland saves animals displaced by war in Ukraine
But the Polish vet never thought he would suddenly be inundated with animals rescued from a war next door. Kotowicz is with the ADA foundation, a no kill animal shelter in Przemysl, Poland, just 30 minutes from the border with Ukraine. Since the bombs started falling in Ukraine, he and …
Read More »Constant Russian shelling prevents Mariupol evacuation as global outrage grows
Heineken, Carlsberg and Universal Music join the exodus from Russia Dutch brewer Heineken, Danish brewer Carlsberg and Universal Music Group are some of the latest Western companies to halt operations in Russia because of Moscow’s war in Ukraine. Japanese gaming giants PlayStation and Nintendo are also announcing they will suspend …
Read More »Donkey Jamboree in Mesquite Saturday
By AMY DAVIS Progress Attention animal lovers: The 8th Annual Donkey Jamboree will be held at the Eureka Casino Resort on Saturday, March 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the back parking lot. This is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue (PVDR). The …
Read More »Everett Animal Shelter to Host Low-Cost Cat Spaying and Neutering on March 21 – Everett Post
The Everett Animal Shelter is hosting Feline Fix, a low-cost spaying and neutering event for cats on Monday, March 21 at the shelter (333 Smith Island Rd., Everett). Low-cost cat spaying and neutering is available by appointment only to Snohomish County cat owners who meet income thresholds. Cats will also …
Read More »A Woman’s Heartwarming Last Wish Helps Animals in Need
A woman’s last wishes in Mexico have caught the internet’s attention after her heartwarming actions helped animals who need it most. In a Facebook post shared on Tuesday, Mundo Animal Reynosa (an animal rescue center in Reynosa, Mexico) shared the kindness, as they wrote: “RIP Eva María Garcia Davila. That …
Read More »Save-A-Pet of Grayslake working to overcome pandemic challenges – Shaw Local
GRAYSLAKE — Animal shelters such as Lake County’s Save-A-Pet have seen a surge in donations following a social media challenge honoring the late Betty White’s love of animals. But a lack of job applicants and a shortage of vets – both seen as lingering effects of the pandemic – have …
Read More »Mesa County Animal Services helps reduce neutering costs at local veterinarians
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – Mesa County Animal Services is working with eleven participating local veterinarians to provide spaying and neutering vouchers to pet owners. This is thanks to a generous grant from the Animal Assistance Foundation and will reduce costs to $25 per animal. The only requirement is proof …
Read More »Disney-inspired princesses help raise money for animal shelters | Local News
MERRILLVILLE — Every parent can think their daughter is a princess, and on Sunday these little girls looked the part. Little princesses in dresses and tiaras, inspired by Disney movies, and their parents filled the Croatian Center with the Princess and Prince’s Ball, benefiting the PAD Foundation, which supports animal …
Read More »Saudi Ground Forces and Pakistan Army continue joint exercise
JEDDAH: Crowded pet stores with barely enough room to walk. The kittens are separated from their mother in birdcages. Litter boxes and food are crammed into small spaces. People can buy whatever animal they want and go, no questions asked. In Saudi Arabia, pet shop owners do not need a …
Read More »Puppies Born By Cesarean After Being Rescued From Michigan Breeding
HARBOR SPRINGS, MI — A dachshund rescued from alleged overbreeding in northern Michigan recently had a complicated birth ending in a C-section. Olive had six healthy puppies. The mum and her babies are in the care of the Little Traverse Bay Humane Society, which took 44 of more than 160 …
Read More »Shelter Slumber Pawty is activated in the Eastern Metropolitan Area
Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) is partnering with many local animal shelters and rescues to host the St. Louis Area Shelter Slumber Pawty, a live-streamed event that takes place at 18 pet welfare organizations to collect fund and raise awareness for the adoption of pets in shelters in the Saint-Louis …
Read More »The Humane Society is ready for National Adoption Week
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The Humane Society of El Paso and PetSmart Charities are teaming up to bring adoptable pets to PetSmart located in The Fountains at Farah in support of National Adoption Week, which takes will run from February 28 to March 6, 2022. Officials say that, each …
Read More »Groups reach out to immigrant communities to increase the number of pet adoptions
There have always been a few pets at Lesly Castillo, but Pulguita the cat had a special meaning for her. Pulguita was a rescue from Harvey, the 20-year-old Houston Community College student said. When the hurricane hit Houston in 2017, Castillo’s mother found an abandoned litter box at an apartment …
Read More »UMB Financial: Financial Considerations Before Adopting a Pet
During the pandemic, many regional animal shelters were unprecedentedly empty. Still, shelters are filling up again‡ to pre-pandemic levels and hoping more potential pet owners will decide to adopt. If you are planning to adopt a cat, dog or other animal, you must plan for certain financial expenses. There’s something …
Read More »Three Central Coast Nonprofits to Host ‘Snip & Chip’ Event to Combat Pet Overpopulation in SLO County
Three Central Coast nonprofits are coming together this weekend to try to tackle pet overpopulation and improve animal welfare in the county. They will transform the Nipomo Cat and Dog Hospital and its parking lot into the site of a clinic offering neutering and neutering services, pet vaccinations and more. …
Read More »‘Cockroaches after exes’ and ‘poo in the books’: How animal shelters are helping celebrate V-Day
Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean hugs and roses for everyone – for some people it’s a reminder of painful heartaches. To ease these feelings a bit, some organizations offer people a way to release their anxiety and support a good cause at the same time. The Hemsley Conservation Center and the …
Read More »St. Clair Shores considers puppy mill ordinance – Macomb Daily
St. Clair Shores City Council is expected to vote on an ordinance to protect pets at its next meeting. The proposal, introduced by Councilor David Rubello on Monday, would ban retail pet stores from selling dogs and cats as a way to crack down on puppy mills. The Humane Pet …
Read More »Stray Rescue Travels to Southwest Missouri to Rescue 50 Abandoned Dogs from Deplorable Conditions | St. Louis News Headlines
ST. LOUIS (KMOV.com) – A St. Louis nonprofit is coming to the rescue of dozens of abandoned and neglected dogs on a rural property in southwestern Missouri. Stray Rescue first became aware of the situation earlier this week after discussions on social media and local rescue groups appealed for help. …
Read More »There are options available for people who cannot keep their dog
The German Shepherd pup sitting next to Monnett New Winchester Road outside Galion still had his blanket with him when Angie Chandler found him. “Why the hell would you do that to a puppy, I have no idea. No idea,” the Crawford County dog sitter said. “It broke my heart. …
Read More »Kitten Bowl canceled at Hallmark ahead of Super Bowl
For the past eight years, those who didn’t watch football on Super Bowl Sunday had the comforting option of seeing kittens rolling around on the turf for three hours instead. That tradition, Hallmark’s annual Kitten Bowl, will not continue this year, and GAC Media is considering acquiring the program, Variety …
Read More »Restoring full electric service will take days, Ulster executive says; additional warming centers open – Daily Freeman
An ice storm that blanketed Ulster County over the weekend affected ‘tens of thousands’ of county residents, and full power service is not expected to be restored for ‘several days’, the manager said of Ulster County, Pat Ryan, Saturday February 5th. Ryan, speaking at a press conference, said the county …
Read More »Killeen Animal Advisory Council Presents Annual Report | Local News
Killeen Animal Advisory Council Deputy Chair Linda Marzi presented the council’s annual report to Killeen Town Council this week and also discussed other ways to involve townspeople in the animal sanctuary. managed by the city. As Tuesday evening’s board meeting drew to a close, Marzi took to the podium to …
Read More »Love is in the air for a first vendor fair to benefit Volunteers For Animals
It’s a familiar story with a surprise twist for a Batavia-based nonprofit. Volunteers For Animals had planned its very first vendor fair in early April 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and rendered all public activities dead. This is the familiar part for so many organizations that have had to …
Read More »NutriSource launches superstar training rewards to support kids, families and pets going through tough times
100% of proceeds will support the NutriSource SuperStars donation program PERHAM, Minn., January 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — NutriSource®, one of America’s most beloved and trusted pet brands, today announced the launch of the NutriSource SuperStars Giving program, a new philanthropic initiative that expands commitment company’s long history of using its …
Read More »South Okanagan Animal Rescue Connects Aging Cats With Lonely Seniors | infonews
Image credit: STOCKSNAP January 29, 2022 – 6:06 pm An animal rescue pairs older cats with older humans to fight loneliness in the South Okanagan. The Seniors for Seniors program is for seniors who live alone and want to share their space with an adult cat. It is run by …
Read More »Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter Advisory Board Annual Report for 2021 | Advertisement
2021 has been another year of unexpected challenges for the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter, the Lafourche Parish Government, and all businesses and residents of Lafourche Parish. As Covid continued to pressure shelter staff, it also affected pets and their owners. LPAS Director Hilary K. Detilier juggled her staff through Covid …
Read More »Calls for animal control go unanswered
About three years ago, Don Meiners tried to reach Jackson City Animal Control for advice about a squirrel in his house, but he was never lucky to get anyone on the phone. The problem resolved itself when the squirrel ran away from the house on its own. He tried again …
Read More »Tour services set for Brendan Santo
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) — Visitation and memorial services have been set for an 18-year-old Grand Valley State University student who died in October. The body of Brendan Santo, who disappeared during a visit to Michigan State University, was found Friday in the Red Cedar River. Police: Private investigator found …
Read More »Puppy Bowl 2022: Dogs of the Delaware Valley will compete
Who plays Here’s a look at the Delaware Valley puppies that will be competing in this year’s showdown: Brooke, representing Team Fluff on behalf of Brandywine Valley SPCA. (discovery+/Animal Planet/ The Dogist/Elias Weiss Friedman) Brooke | Team fluffBeagle / Treeeing Walker CoonhoundBrandywine Valley SPCA Forrest, representing Team Fluff on behalf …
Read More »Iowa animal shelters see a surge in Betty White Challenge donations
The late actress and comedian Betty White was well known for her on-screen roles, but her passion for animal welfare has inspired fans around the world to honor her memory by opening their wallets. To celebrate what would have been the TV star and animal activist’s 100th birthday on Monday, …
Read More »Froggy’s Popcorn Offers National Popcorn Day Deal While Supporting Louisville Area Animal Shelters
This National Popcorn Day, you can get a deal on local gourmet popcorn while supporting shelter animals. Froggy’s Popcorn creates gourmet popcorn from the ground up. Owner Melanie Fischer, also known as Popcorn Mel’s name, offers a deal on Wednesday, Jan. 19 for National Popcorn Day. Customers can get five …
Read More »Leave Stray Animals on the Street, Say Miami Animal Shelters
On Christmas Eve, Lucy Rosario picked up a gray and white pit bull she found wandering the streets of her Miami neighborhood. She feared he would be hit by a car. When she arrived home, she took photos of the dog – which she named Lola – and posted them …
Read More »Betty White Challenge helps animal shelters
CINCINNATI — Monday, January 17 would have been Betty White’s 100th birthday. Many fans of the late Ohio TV and movie star are celebrating in a meaningful way by donating to a cause close to his heart. What do you want to know Cincinnati Animal Care is Hamilton County’s only …
Read More »Explore these animal shelters at your convenience
There are a number of animal shelters in Johannesburg and residents who need their services can contact them. Here are their details: Woodrock Animal Rescue – this is a pro-life shelter located in Pretoria Rural, but has pop-up centers in Parktown North and Bryanston. Residents can contact them on 060 …
Read More »Sangamon County IL Committee to Consider Animal Control Review
The Sangamon County Public Health Committee will consider on Thursday entering into a contract with a familiar third-party group to conduct a “top-down” review of animal control policies and procedures. Allegations of misconduct have been raised in recent months by local animal rights groups and members of Springfield City Council. …
Read More »Special Rescues Help Struggling Homeowners Find Their Pets’ Next Home | Michigan News
By LEANNE ITALIE, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) – Who will take your pet when you die? The question often does not have an easy answer, especially for sick or elderly people who are moving to home nursing or assisted living. During the pandemic, specialist rescue, advocacy and adoption services …
Read More »ANNA Shelter has 16 purebred English pointers to adopt
When Ruth Thompson accepts animals into her shelter without killing, it’s usually because they are stray, abandoned, or recovered from an animal cruelty case. But every now and then Thompson, who runs the ANNA shelter at 1555 E. 10th St., will be contacted by a commercial breeder who for some …
Read More »Central Pa. Animal Shelters Accept Donations in Honor of Betty White – WTAJ – www.wearecentralpa.com
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Read More »Kentucky Humane Society helps rescue over 100 huskies in Spencer County
SPENCER COUNTY, Ky. (WAVE) – More than 100 dogs have been rescued from Spencer County after living on one property in unsanitary conditions. The Kentucky Humane Society assisted Spencer County Animal Care and Control in early January with the rescue of Huskies and other large breed dogs from one property. …
Read More »Animal shelters in the Grand Strand area faced challenges in 2021 and are expected to grow in 2022
MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – The words restless and difficult are used by two animal shelters in Grand Strand to describe 2021. Kind Keeper Animal Rescue and Grand Strand Humane Society say they have seen an increase in adoptions over the past year. “We’ve been extremely busy all year, Leanne …
Read More »Almost 300 new statutes enter into force on Saturday | Chicago News
What kid hasn’t tried to make money (sometimes literally a single dollar) by selling lemonade? Soon the young people of Illinois will be able to do so, without fear of breaking the law. When the Haylis Law (SB 119) comes into effect in 2022, governments will no longer be able …
Read More »Alex Bowman is auctioning off his helmet for an important cause
Getty Alex Bowman continues to fundraise for Best Friends Animal Society. # 48 Chevrolet Camaro driver Hendrick Motorsports of the NASCAR Cup Series provides equipment to support an organization close to his heart. Alex Bowman is auctioning off a racing helmet to raise funds for the Best Friends Animal Society. …
Read More »New Illinois law hopes to reduce animal abuse cases
QUINCY (WFEM) – A new Illinois law hopes to reduce the number of animal abuse cases across the state. As of January 1, it will be illegal for anyone convicted of a crime of animal abuse to own or live with an animal. The goal is to make sure people …
Read More »Emergency care in Florida helps transport animals from Kentucky tornadoes to shelter in Michigan
Dogs and cats abandoned in shelters when the tornado hit Kentucky are now better cared for. Florida Urgent Rescue has transported dogs and cats from the destruction of Kentucky to a shelter in Michigan. After natural disasters like this one, animal shelters are usually even more overwhelmed. “There is a …
Read More »Monty’s Home celebrates another graduation ceremony, helps pets find homes for the holidays
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) – Monty’s Home is a non-profit rescue group that takes dogs out of local shelters, places them in Pender Correctional for basic inmate training, and then to loving homes. The first step in choosing the dogs to be removed from the shelter. “We have a 19 step …
Read More »Animal returns are minimal despite the number of adoptions
Last year, as the COVID-19 outbreak prompted stay-at-home orders and physical distancing protocols, many Americans found solace in new four-legged companions. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals reported in May that 23 million U.S. households have adopted pets since the start of the pandemic. This includes …
Read More »“It means to me helping these animals” – How a local animal shelter deals with overcrowding problem | News
HILLSDALE, Indiana (WTHI) – The Parke-Vermillion County Humane Society is just one of many local animal shelters struggling with overcrowding. Last week alone, the shelter received 40 new animals. Now they are looking for homes for over 120 dogs and cats during the peak holiday season. Adopting pets during the …
Read More »Animal Society Proposes Adoption | Community
Americans are inundated every year with classic images of puppies adorned with bows or stuffed kitten stockings, so it’s no surprise that many families bring home pets for the holidays. Not everyone thinks about it, but where these pets come from can help or hinder efforts to end the slaughter …
Read More »Woodside teenager remembered as ‘role model’ and ‘ambitious’ friend – WAVY.com
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Read More »Xuluprophet, Maxines enjoy safe shelter at The Wormhole
The statistics on domestic violence in America are woefully grim. One in four women and one in seven men will experience physical violence from an intimate partner, according to the CDC. According to the CDC, nearly half of women and men will experience psychological abuse from a partner in their …
Read More »Cats rescued from Beirut, Lebanon, find refuge in local shelter
MENANDS – The 14 cats brought to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society have traveled much further than their fellows, all thanks to the efforts of a veterinarian with a 30-year career and a deep interest in rescuing homeless animals. For the past five years, Dr David Chico has worked with …
Read More »Canine flu epidemic dissipates in LA City animal shelters – Los Angeles Sentinel | Los Angeles Sentry
(Facebook / Los Angeles County – Agoura Animal Care Center) Access restrictions caused by a canine flu outbreak at two animal shelters in the city of Los Angeles have been lifted, meaning potential pet adopters can once again visit animals at shelters in Los Angeles. Chatsworth and West Los Angeles. …
Read More »Buying a puppy online is still extremely risky, BBB warns
People who buy pets online are very likely to come across a fraudulent ad in an online ad or website, according to BBB. Tweet this BBB Scam Tracker online shopping scam reports have exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, and pet scams account for 35% of those reports in 2021. Although …
Read More »MINI USA & Best Friends Animal Society Offer Free Pet Adoptions
Whichever route you take, having the right co-pilot for the route can help. That’s why MINI USA and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up on the weekend of December 10-12, with free adoptions at Best Friends stores across the country just in time for the holiday season. “According to …
Read More »City and BISSELL Pet Foundation bring holiday hope to shelter animals in El Paso
El Paso Animal Services is once again partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to bring hope to pets this holiday season with its FREE “Empty Shelters – Holiday Hope” adoption event from Monday December 6 through Monday December 20. WHO: El Paso Animal Services & BISSELL Pet Foundation WHAT: Empty …
Read More »Jacksonville-area adoptable pets of the week
Cold Noses, the Times-Union’s weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at government-run animal shelters in the region. Some shelters are operating with limitations due to the coronavirus pandemic. Contact individual shelters for more information. • Clay County Animal Services, 3984 W. Florida 16, Green Cove Springs. …
Read More »Veterinarians and legal experts meet to discuss ways to treat and prevent cases of animal abuse
BATON ROUGE – Animal abuse cases have made headlines in recent months. Today an unusual mix of vets and lawyers gathered to discuss ways to prevent and prosecute these types of crimes. Sadly, cases of animal torture, fatal neglect, and the use of animals in bloodthirsty sports are frequent complaints …
Read More »Los Angeles animal lovers urged to fight animal cruelty
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Angelenos who love animals and hate cruelty to animals have been asked to donate to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation for donation on Tuesday. Donations will help fight animal cruelty and support local animal welfare programs. According to the foundation, the contributions will …
Read More »How Sacramento Business Owners Attract Customers for Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is starting again this year, and many Sacramento stores have vacation deals to attract customers. According to the Small Business Administration, there are over 32 million small businesses in the United States. More than half of all working Americans own or are employed by a small business. …
Read More »November 26 – SD Gunner Fund receives $ 2,500 grant from Petco Love | Non-profit associations
November 26, 2021 – SD Gunner Fund recently announced a $ 2,500 investment from newly appointed Petco Love to support their life-changing work with service animals in Southeast Georgia. Petco Love’s investment will change lives by funding the training and placement of much-needed service animals for veterans struggling with PTSD …
Read More »Vicksburg board of directors approves animal shelter proposal – The Vicksburg Post
The mayor’s council and alderman approved a proposal totaling $ 117,300 with architect Michael Bernard with Animal Shelters of America for the design and administration of the construction of a new animal shelter in Vicksburg. The approval came at Wednesday’s board meeting. City attorney Nancy Thomas said the city will …
Read More »Holidays don’t help extreme overcrowding at Homeward Animal Shelter
FARGO, ND (Valley News Live) – An increase in the number of cats and dogs at a Fargo animal shelter has left the hostel with little room. Staff have been forced to stack crates all over the building in an attempt to accommodate more pets, and say the problem is …
Read More »SASF creates a human education program for local schools
Students of the HUMANe HUMANs program of the SASF Courtesy Southampton Animal Shelter Receive our Hamptons Insider newsletters direct to your doorstep. The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) announced the launch of HUMANe HUMANs, a humane education program aimed at teaching students in Kindergarten to Grade 5 about the humane …
Read More »Animal shelters at full capacity; residents urged to use social media to seek help | New
Animal rights activists emphasize the importance of social media when it comes to lost and found animals. On Thursday, November 18, a woman contacted the Tahlequah Daily Press with a problem she was having after finding a stray dog. She said she contacted the Humane Society of Cherokee County and …
Read More »Taiwanese Pet Food Maker Gives Year of Free Food to Encourage Adoption of Senior Dogs and Cats | Life
A Taiwanese pet food manufacturer is donating a year of free pet food to encourage adoption of senior dogs and cats from eight shelters in New Taipei City. – Reuters photo KUALA LUMPUR, November 18 – A Taiwanese pet food manufacturer is sponsoring a year of pet food to encourage …
Read More »Pets on Thanksgiving: Be Careful What You Let Them Eat at the Table | Entertainment / Life
As we spend Thanksgiving Day with family and friends and enjoy the great food and company, remember that the four-legged family members will be attentive to the delicious food, too. It is important to know which foods can be shared safely and which should be kept out of reach. If …
Read More »“We are saving two lives at the same time”: how K9s for Warriors finds the dogs that will be associated with veterans
San Antonio is home to the nation’s largest supplier of assistance dogs for military vets. SAN ANTONIO – Rob Gunsel and Elsa are still getting to know each other. Gunsel walks the dog on a leash and reviews some commands; Elsa can sit, stay and lie down. “She’s in our …
Read More »Saint-Jean animal control officer rescues abandoned dog on spillway bridge – L’Observateur
MONTZ – Melissa Dillon Seal, animal control officer for St. John the Baptist Parish, was on her way to help a fellow officer on a call last Saturday at 11:45 a.m. when she noticed the traffic on the spillway bridge, which she was crossing, had stopped.The two cars in front …
Read More »Maricopa animal shelters have been overcrowded for 7 months
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control said it needs more adoptions, more donations, and more volunteers. PHOENIX – An employee of Maricopa County Animal Care & Control posted on Nextdoor, writing that his shelters are “full to the point of breaking” and in desperate need of donations. Animal Care and …
Read More »Adopt: November is Senior Pet Adoption Month | New
November isn’t just for Thanksgiving and all that pumpkin spice. It’s also Adopt a Senior Pet Month, featuring all the amazing “older” dogs and cats waiting for new homes at a shelter near you. “Older pets can be among the most at risk in shelters, so now is a great …
Read More »The survival story of an Iowa dog
WELL. NO DELAYS. AL: YX DOZENS OF NEGLECTEDOG D SAVES FIVE A – FROM SOUTHERN IOWA BREEDER. WAYSIDE WAIFS IS ONE OF THE NOW TINAKG DOG SHELTERS FROM THE FACILITIES OWNED BY DANIEL GINGERICH. AS REPORTED IN A SPECIAL KCCI 8 NEWS INVESTIGATION, GINGERICH AGREED TO DELIVER MORE THAN 500 …
Read More »Saskatchewan SPCA manufacturing standards to ensure the welfare of rescued animals
There are a number of lessons to be learned from the conviction of a woman who led an animal rescue with more than 100 cats, according to the Saskatchewan SPCA’s program director. Last week, a provincial court judge found Dolores LaPlante guilty of distressing animals, a regulatory offense under Saskatchewan …
Read More »CAPA Pet of the Week: Linnea | Pets
Linnea is a 1 year old female, black and silver shorthair dwarf rabbit from the Netherlands available for adoption at the Santa Maria Animal Center. This breed is known to be intelligent, therefore very easy to train but also less tolerant. They thrive in a calm, stable environment with lots …
Read More »Sweet Baby Ray is a complete lover
Sweet Baby Ray is just that, an adorable baby! This male neutered mixed breed dog is a people’s delight and a complete lover. He came to the Humane Society of Saint Joseph County as a wanderer in June. Although the shelter doesn’t know much about Sweet Baby Ray’s history or …
Read More »9-year-old girl opens barkery for dog treats to raise funds for local animal shelter
Caroline Wetherington, a 9-year-old girl in Chesapeake, Va., Opened “Caroline’s Barkery,” a bakery selling dog toys and treats to raise money for a local animal shelter. “I make homemade dog treats and toys and donate all the money I collect to the SPCA (Virginia Beach),” she wrote in a recent …
Read More »Topeka Animal Shelters Encourage Pet Adoptions on National Cat Day
Topeka’s Helping Hands Humane Society will be celebrating National Cat Day on Friday with plenty of social media articles about cats available for adoption. The Topeka Cat Association has no plans to do anything special on Friday, but that’s only because “every day here is National Cat Day,” its sales …
Read More »Rescue Paws UGA Fall Festival Raises Awareness of Homeless Animals | Arts & Culture
The sounds of excited dogs and elated students filled the air outside the Tate Student Center on Tuesday as the Rescue Paws UGA Fall Festival began. Rescue Paws UGA, a student organization dedicated to helping local homeless animals, hosted the event to raise awareness and help animals in need. The …
Read More »After 200 days, the oldest resident of the Orange County shelter finds his forever home
Congratulations Cano! Orange County Shelter’s Longest-serving Resident Finds Home Forever Cano has found his home forever! ORANGE COUNTY, Florida. – A happy update from Orange County Animal Services: Their oldest resident of the shelter, Cano, has finally found his forever home! Cano spent around 200 days at the shelter. The …
Read More »Adopt, Don’t Buy: The Benefits of Adopting | Local News
Adopting a pet from a shelter or animal shelter means saving a life and giving an animal a loving home. Thanks to you, this animal has a second chance. The number of euthanized animals could be drastically reduced if more people adopted pets instead of buying them. By adopting, you …
Read More »Halloween Events in Westmoreland County
Irwin Irwin’s Halloween Costume Party for adults 21 and over will feature food, music provided by AJ Entertainment, and karaoke singing from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday at Masonic Hall, 415 , Main Street, Irwin. The event is BYOB. Tickets cost $ 12 per person plus fees through …
Read More »Denver Dumb Friends League Reaches Highest Level in a Decade
DDFL is enlisting the help of the community to give its animals a loving home. DENVER – The Denver Dumb Friends League (DDFL) said on Wednesday it was “filled to a level it hasn’t seen in a decade.” DDFL said that like other Denver animal shelters, it experiences an overabundance …
Read More »La Palma volcano: the dog rescue operation in La Palma gets the green light | Spain
A Spanish company specializing in the operation of large drones said Tuesday afternoon that it had finally obtained permission to attempt the rescue of four dogs trapped by lava on the island of La Palma, where a volcano is in eruption since September 19. “Good news! We are very happy …
Read More »Overwhelmed Lodi no-kill animal shelter pleads with public to stop throwing animals
LODI, Calif. (KTXL) – The Animal Friends Connection Humane Society of Lodi is begging the public to stop leaving kittens at their doorstep as they are at full capacity. Patricia Sherman has been caring for animals for over 30 years and is the president and co-founder of the AFC. “I …
Read More »Critter Camps helps kids learn to care for animals | ABC Fox Great Falls
GREAT FALLS, Mont. – Parents know that having a four-legged friend can be rewarding, but it’s also a lot of work, especially if there are young children at home. But the Maclean-Cameron Animal Adoption Center offers exciting educational opportunities for your children. “We want to be sure that they are …
Read More »Letter to the editor: Tether detrimental to dogs – LaGrange Daily News
HHow would you feel if you had no voice and no choice for your living conditions? I am referring to dogs who live their lives isolated and tied up 24/7 within our community. Would you feel unwanted, sad, unloved? I first realized that people tied their dogs 24/7 in 2014. …
Read More »October is Adoption Month for a Shelter Dog | Local News
In an effort to help animals waiting in shelters find loving homes forever, the American Humane Association in 1981 announced the celebration of October as National Shelter Dog Adoption Month. At the Hardin County Animal Shelter on Wednesday, they had 58 dogs in total, 23 of them ready for adoption. …
Read More »Dog shelter offers incentive to find forever homes for pit bulls
Lucas County Canine Care and Control’s “Glass City Pitties” program will offer $ 150 per dog incentive to local rescues that accept more pit bulls for adoption TOLEDO, Ohio – When it comes to being man’s best friend, pit bulls often get a bad rap and are often the dogs …
Read More »Christmas Parade returns to Clarksville on December 4th, float registrations open
CLARKSVILLE, TN – Floats and participants will grace the roads of historic downtown this holiday season as the Clarksville 2021 Christmas Parade returns to its original format on Saturday, December 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Planning for the annual Christmas Parade is underway and registration is now running …
Read More »Charity Token Pawthereum announces its launch to bring the
BOULDER, Colorado, October 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Pawthereum, a community-run charitable cryptocurrency project, has been fully launched on the Ethereum blockchain after months of fieldwork by a team of volunteers to save, revitalize and rename the abandoned Grumpy Finance project. Supporting animal shelters and defending the welfare of animals …
Read More »Charity Token Pawthereum launched to bring blockchain to animal shelters
Pawthereum logo Supporting animal shelters and defending animals in need are at the heart of the project. Their $ PAWTH token incorporates charitable donations. We aim to become a leading disruptor of charitable inclusion by using blockchain technology to secure funding, bypass middlemen, and donate directly to smaller animal shelters …
Read More »71 cats rescued from rural motorhomes strewn with faces and urine
An animal rescue group rescued a total of 71 cats and kittens from two motorhomes in Canada, prompting an appeal for donations to help. The British Columbia Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BCSPCA) reported the troubling case on October 5. He said the motorhomes were located in …
Read More »Senator aims to provide better shelter for dogs with SB 5
HARLINGEN, TX (ValleyCentral) – The Rio Grande Valley is no stranger to extreme heat and it can be a hazard to dogs that are kept outside. Senate Bill 5 seeks to improve laws to better protect dogs across Texas. Senator Eddie Lucio Jr. is the author of Senate Bill 5. …
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