County Continues Fee Waivers to Encourage Pet Adoptions from Shelters

July 21, 2025

In celebration of National Pet Adoption Week, Riverside County officials announced Monday that fee waivers will remain in effect at all county animal shelters, encouraging residents to consider adopting dogs and cats from any of the overcrowded facilities. Adoption Week runs Monday to Sunday, during which almost all fees at the county’s four shelters will []

Make Your Pet A Star: Enter San Diego Humane Society's Pet Photo Fundraiser

July 21, 2025

"We all think our pets are the cutest — and now we can turn that love into lifesaving support for animals in need."

At least 400 guinea pigs found in South LA 'hoarder home', animal rescue says

July 21, 2025

The Southern California Guinea Pig Rescue is asking for the public's help either adopting or fostering the animals, or to make donations that will go toward medical support and supplies.

National Adoption Week 2025 | 07/21/2025 11:00 AM

July 21, 2025

LifeLine Animal Project is celebrating PetSmart Charities National Adoption Week with FREE pet adoptions! Starting July 21st through July 27, adoption fees are sponsored for all pets living in LifeLine shelters and foster homes! No appointment is needed to adopt and we are open at all locations 7 days a week. Our team will help find you the best match for your home. Our city’s animals need you! Participating Locations: LifeLine Community Animal Center 3180 Presidential Drive, Atlanta, GA 30340 Fulton County Animal Services 1251 Fulton Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30336 DeKalb County Animal Services 3280 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341 SPECIAL ONSITE PETSMART EVENTS! Saturday, July 26 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Tucker location 4023 Lavista Road, Tucker, GA 30084 Sunday, July 27 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Roswell Location 625 W Crossville Road, Suite 134, Roswell, GA 30075

LifeLine Animal Project opens free adoption week with PetSmart Charities

July 21, 2025

Adoptions are free at LifeLine for 7 days, with some special events at metro area PetSmarts, too.

Partner Spotlight: How Merck helps move animal welfare forward

July 21, 2025

This innovative effort to save L.A.'s shelter dogs fosters human friendships too

July 21, 2025

Dog Coalition Los Angeles aims to keep dogs out of the city's overcrowded shelters by supporting foster volunteers with guidance, training classes and a community of peers on the same foster journey.

Humane Society of Southern Arizona, Friends of PACC awarded $1.9 million grant

July 21, 2025

Pima County’s two largest animal organizations – Pima Animal Care Center and The Humane Society of Southern Arizona – are coming together to help more pets thanks to a nearly $2 million grant from Maddie’s Fund.

Guilford County Animal Services calls on community for towel donations

July 20, 2025

The shelter said it uses towels every day for animal baths, cleanups, and to provide comfort to the pets in their care.

San Diego Humane Society urges adoptions for its nearly 200 small animals

July 19, 2025

Among the small pets, 121 are Guinea pigs, 52 are rabbits and 12 are rodents, including hamsters, mice and rats, according to the organization.

TUCSON NOW: Local animal rescue nonprofits awarded $1.9M grant

July 18, 2025

Friends of Pima Animal Care Center and the Humane Society of Southern Arizona received a three-year $1,920,000 grant from Maddie’s Fund, a national family foundation created to revolutionize the status and well-being of companion animals.

Clean towels, happy tails: Guilford shelter needs donations

July 18, 2025

Guilford County Animal Services is asking for towel donations to support the hundreds of animals in their shelter.

Animal Balance Advocates MASH Clinics to Enhance Veterinary Access in California

July 18, 2025

Animal Balance requests regulatory exemptions for mobile clinics to improve spay-neuter services.

Ilitch Companies Volunteers Deliver Pet Food for Michigan Humane

July 18, 2025

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Petco Love invests in Columbia Animal Services

July 17, 2025

Columbia Animal Services has announced that it is set to receive a $50,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in the

Dallas Community Bids Adieu to Dedicated Animal Shelter Volunteer Coordinator, 'Mission Pawsible' Ki

July 17, 2025

Volunteer coordinator Nathan to leave Dallas Animal Services; DAS continues adoption efforts and thanks volunteers.

Petco Love invests $50K in Columbia Animal Services

July 17, 2025

Columbia Animal Services will receive a $50,000 grant from the national nonprofit Petco Love to support its lifesaving work for pets in the Midlands.“Our invest

Pets at PACC; Adoptable dogs and cats on Jersey's Journeys

July 17, 2025

Here are this week's dogs and cats going on Jersey's Journeys to find their forever homes. All of them are up for adoption at PACC.

Silent fireworks push in Tucson aims to protect pets

July 17, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Tucson animal advocates are pushing for legislation that could make holidays like New Year's Eve and the Fourth of July quieter.

Town of Henrietta granted $500K for new animal shelter

July 17, 2025

The Town of Henrietta will receive $500,000 in state funding to go towards a new animal shelter! READ MORE, https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/town-of-henrietta-granted-500k-for-new-animal-shelter/

Proposed bill for NYS animal cruelty registry supported by Rochester-area humane society

July 16, 2025

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — There’s support behind new legislation, which would create a registry in New York State for law enforcement agencies to report animal abuse cases. This registry would be ma

Friends of PACC, Humane Society of Southern AZ win $1.9 million grant

July 16, 2025

Pima County’s two largest animal welfare organizations are joining forces to help more pets stay with their families, thanks to a nearly $2 million grant from Maddie’s Fund.

Memphis Animal Services offers free pet ownership academy

July 16, 2025

The experience for children aged five through 11 will teach young animal lovers all about responsible pet ownership.

Oakland shelters no longer required to accept surrendered pets

July 16, 2025

At Tuesday afternoon's meeting, the Oakland City Council approved a new ordinance that would allow its animal shelter to refuse unwanted or abandoned pets being surrendered to their care.