Pets in Housing Amendment Act aims to address housing barriers for people with pets in DC

May 23, 2024

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A newly proposed bill aims to make it more attainable for families with pets to find safe, affordable housing in the District. “Too often a person’s beloved companion and animal is a barrier to finding and staying in affordable housing here in D.C. So today we’re trying to do []

Dallas advocate breaks down the animal problem in Texas and one solution

May 22, 2024

Even if you're not an animal person, it's hard to miss the fact that Dallas (and Texas) has a major animal problem.

Dallas Animal Services Launches Doggie Daycation Program for the Public 

May 22, 2024

Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is announcing an exciting new opportunity for the public to get involved in the BeDallas90 campaign. Starting this week, the public can sign up to take an adoptable dog outside the shelter for a day out in Dallas.    The Doggie Daycation program is designed to give residents an opportunity to get to know dogs outside of ...

All Fees Waived on Call-to-Action Adoption Day

May 22, 2024

Adoptions are free on Saturday, May 25, at all Riverside County Animal Services shelters on 1the inaugural 0-10-10 day.

Warm and fuzzy they are not. But 'barn cats' can still earn their keep.

May 22, 2024

Okay, Guilford County Animal Services may prefer to call them "barn cats" — a sneaky loophole to get out of paying a full-benefits salary — but these cats will still help out with the job at hand.

Pima Animal Care Center offering free spay and neutering services

May 22, 2024

Help PACC prevent overcrowding in Tucson.

National Nonprofit Petco Love Invests in the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation to Save, Impr

May 22, 2024

The Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation is set to receive a $75,000 grant investment from the national nonprofit, Petco Love, in support of their lifesaving work for animals in Los Angeles...

Riverside County animal shelters waiving all fees on special call-to-action day

May 22, 2024

Riverside County residents looking to adopt a pet have a great reason to do so this weekend.  All adoptions are free on Saturday at the county’s three largest shelters located in Jurupa Valley, San

New proposals would worsen penalties for animal abuse in Michigan

May 22, 2024

If a crime is committed against a person and a pet, judges would be able to consider injuries to the pet when imposing a sentence.

Friends of Pima Animal Care Center Launches "Big Fix" Free Spay/Neuter Event for Large Breed Dogs in

May 22, 2024

The "Big Fix" initiative by Friends of PACC offers free spay/neuter services for large breed dogs in Pima County to reduce shelter overcrowding.

Walmart+ and Pawp debut 24/7 pet telehealth service

May 22, 2024

The new Walmart+ service will give members unlimited access to veterinary experts, per the retailer.

Walmart+ and Pawp Team Up to Unleash 24/7 Pet Telehealth Benefit

May 22, 2024

PVAS looking for adopters, fosters after McAllen animal hoarding suspects sign away rights

May 22, 2024

The Palm Valley Animal Society is still dealing with the influx of animals after back-to-back cases of animal hoarding in McAllen.

PVAS asking for fosters, adoptions after back-to-back animal hoarding cases in McAllen

May 22, 2024

The Palm Valley Animal Society shelter is filling up and is reaching out to the community for help.

Los Angeles County animal shelters in crisis from overcrowding

May 22, 2024

Animal shelters in Los Angeles are facing a crisis from overcrowding as hundreds of animals are stuck in cramped conditions while waiting to be adopted. The East Valley Animal Shelter in Van Nuys is one of six L.A. County shelters that are operating at over double its capacity — at around 211% full. The issue []

“I can’t make this up”: Arkansas shelter rescues dogs, cats in second hoarding case in a week.

May 22, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The West Memphis Animal Shelter rescued 31 dogs, nine cats, and a rabbit from a small house on Tuesday. It comes a week after the shelter pulled 73 small dogs from home in Hu

Petco Love launches animated campaign to reunite lost pets

May 21, 2024

Midlands Humane Society, the shelter serving Council Bluffs, takes great pride in helping animals get to the point where they'll live their best life.

Civic Solutions: To Save Dozens of Horses, Riverside County Enlisted Animal-Rescue Organizations to

May 21, 2024

At least 60 horses and 40 dogs needed to be removed by authorities from two properties in the San Jacinto Valley as part of an ongoing cruelty investigation—and local rescue operations stepped in to help.

What you should know before bringing home a new pet

May 21, 2024

Taco is looking for a loving home

Chiefs 'Dog Whisper' on Quest To Save Shelter Pups

May 21, 2024

Since 2019, Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi has been donating to the KC Pet Project to save "at risk" dogs.

Charlotte's animal shelter regains full use of kennels as advocates push for next project to tackle

May 21, 2024

A months-long project to get CMPD Animal Care & Control up to code is complete, and advocates are hoping city leaders address their next pressing issue: capacity.

Himself a Dog Parent, Patrick Mahomes’ Chiefs Teammate Rescues 500+ Dogs in a Heartwarming Fashion

May 21, 2024

Patrick Mahomes's team player, a devoted dog parent, takes his love to the next level by rescuing 500+ dogs in a heartwarming way.

Greenville Co. shelter dog adopted by tour bus driver

May 21, 2024

Last week a lucky pup at Greenville County Animal Care found a new forever home on the road with one of country music’s biggest stars.

Pets of the Week

May 20, 2024

Anyone interested in adopting this week’s featured pets can make an appointment to meet them at Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane, Land O’Lakes, by calling 813-929-1212 or going