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Bay Area shelters sent more than 1,200 dogs to rescue now accused of killing them

May 27, 2026

Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna is under investigation for allegedly killing the dogs to make room to accept more from shelters for financial gain.

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LA Council Confirms New General Manager Of Animal Services

May 27, 2026

The council approved her nomination in a 12-0 vote.

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LA Council Confirms Animal Services GM

May 27, 2026

The Los Angeles City Council Wednesday confirmed the appointment of Gabrielle Amster as the next general manager of Los Angeles Animal Services. The council approved Amster’s nomination in a 12-0 vote, with council members Tim McOsker, Nithya Raman and Hugo Soto-Martinez absent. “It’s not a secret that animal services has been faced with serious issues []

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MI Human Rescues Frightened Cat Along Detroit Freeway

May 27, 2026

Officials arrived and used a net to safely capture the animal and take it to the shelter for care and attention.

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C.A.R.E.4Paws: Expanding Access to Compassionate Pet Care Across the Central Coast

May 27, 2026

Through mobile veterinary clinics, emergency support programs, and community partnerships, C.A.R.E.4Paws is helping thousands of pets and families stay healthy, safe, and together throughout Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties

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How new payment models are improving access to veterinary healthcare

May 27, 2026

With financial tools, veterinarians often have increased clinical flexibility and pet parent trust, allowing teams to focus more fully on clinical decision making as opposed to transactional care.

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100+ Animals Rescued From Hoarding Situation In Tucson Home

May 27, 2026

The animals were surrendered and will be available for adoption after medical clearance, according to Pima Animal Care Center.

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Michigan Humane rescues cat that found itself lost on Lodge Freeway

May 27, 2026

Michigan Humane took on a tricky animal rescue task after motorists reported seeing a cat along the Lodge Freeway in Metro Detroit.

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Eastside PACC set to open its doors in June

May 27, 2026

Staff says the shelter’s small-room setup gives nervous dogs a chance to gain confidence, while community donations helped bring the project to life.

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Opinion: People must support Memphis shelters to fix stray dog issue

May 27, 2026

Opinion: “There is no shelter system, rescue network or group of volunteers large enough to absorb endless human irresponsibility. Memphis cannot rescue its way out of this.”“There is no shelter system, rescue network or group of volunteers large enough to absorb endless human irresponsibility. Memphis cannot rescue its way out of this.”

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Meet our Pet of the Week: Queso

May 27, 2026

Queso is an adoptable pet from Fulton County Animal Services and LifeLine Animal Project in need of a forever home. Queso is a 1-and-a-half-year-old white female who weighs 45 lbs.

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Metro Atlanta animal shelters see spikes in dog surrenders

May 26, 2026

Dog surrenders and adoption returns are increasing at DeKalb County Animal Services. Financial hardship is the main cause as shelters become over capacity.

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💛?Guelph Humane Society wins $5,000, helping its work with both pets and people

May 26, 2026

Congratulations to the Guelph Humane Society, winner of the SPACES Hearts for Paws community challenge

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Public Concerns With San Diego Humane Society Include High Compensation of CEO Amidst Threats to Cut

May 26, 2026

News Item: In 2025, the San Diego City Council passed a final budget that reduced the San Diego Humane Society's (SDHS) annual animal services contract by $1 million. While the city initially proposed a more devastating 20% ($3.5 million) cut, the compromise forces the organization to evaluate fee increases and operational adjustments while facing critical shelter capacity issues. By Debbie L. Sklar Public discussion has included questions about the San Diego Humane Society, including shelter capacity, animal control responsibilities, and executive compensation. San Diego Humane Society President and CEO Dr. Gary Weitzman is compensated at more than $500,000 annually, according to publicly available IRS Form 990 filings. Records published through ProPublica’s Nonprofit Explorer list total compensation of approximately $509,396 in the most recent reporting period, including salary and other reportable compensation. The filing also lists approximately $72.8 million in annual revenue and more than $100 million in net assets. Weitzman has served as president and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society since 2010. Executive compensation within nonprofit organizations is determined through internal governance processes, typically reviewed by a board of directors and informed by comparative data from similar-sized organizations in the animal welfare and nonprofit sectors. Public filings provide one element of that broader oversight framework. Compensation structures in large nonprofits are generally designed to reflect organizational size, operational scope, regional cost of living, and responsibilities associated with managing substantial budgets, staff, and multi-jurisdictional contracts.

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Pet Resource Center of Kansas City hosting free vaccination clinic this weekend

May 26, 2026

You can get your pets vaccinated for free on Saturday, May 30, at Pet Resource Center of Kansas City.

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Steps for Shelter Pets returns May 30th

May 26, 2026

Community event aims to boost pet adoption and shelter support

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Trupanion Reaches $4 Billion in Paid Claims, Highlighting the Impact of Pet Insurance on Veterinary

May 26, 2026

Trupanion reaches $4 billion in paid claims, showcasing the impact of pet insurance on veterinary care accessibility and affordability.Quiver AI SummaryTrupanion, North America's leading pet medical insurer, recently announced that it has surpassed $4 billion in paid claims, achieving this milestone just 18 months after reaching $3 billion. This growth underscores the increasing importance of high-quality pet insurance in alleviating financial ba

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Meet Eclipse, a 2-year-old pup who loves couch time and playtime

May 26, 2026

Meet Eclipse a 2-year-old Catahoula mix who’s equal parts active and couch potato.

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Meet Jolene, an adorable puppy who’s easy to love

May 26, 2026

Meet Jolene, a 2-month-old Rottweiler mix who’s easygoing nature wins the hearts of everyone she meets.

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Union County Animal Shelter raises funds for vet expenses, looking to adopt out pets

May 26, 2026

UNION, S.C. (WSPA)—An Upstate animal shelter needs your support, and there are many different ways you can rally around them this week. The Union County Animal Shelter is holding a fun run and wal

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Mississippi animal shelter in need of help after 36 cats, 2 dogs rescued from home

May 25, 2026

An animal shelter in Mississippi is asking for help after rescuing dozens of animals from a home following the death of a woman who lived there.

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Bay Area shelters cut ties with rescue after dogs listed for adoption were found shot and buried, re

May 24, 2026

No charges had been filed against the owner of the rescue in Humboldt County, California

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Dallas Fire-Rescue responders save dog stuck on pillar underneath bridge

May 24, 2026

A dog stuck on a high pillar under a bridge was rescued on Saturday by Dallas firefighters.

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Rachel Abbot named new Cabot economic director

May 23, 2026

Rachel Abbott was named the new Cabot economic development director last week. Abbot was the marketing and fundraising coordinator for Cabot Animal Support Services since December. Abbott previously worked for three years as the Cabot Area Chamber of Commerce membership and events coordinator, where she connected with businesses and non-profit organizations in the city. The