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Senior Pit Bull Who Can't Get Adopted Due to Missing Eye Is Breaking Hearts Everywhere

May 08, 2025

Goldie may only have one eye, but that doesn't stop her from being a loving, playful pup!

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City of Meridian Animal Shelter selected for pilot project to get lost dogs home

May 08, 2025

City of Meridian Animal Shelter is one of just 25 shelters nationwide selected to participate in Network Neighbors, a new pilot project led by Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare organization working to end the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters.

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'Ticket to Ride,' new county foster program hopes to alleviate shelter overcrowding

May 08, 2025

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) -- The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is getting ready to launch a new foster program aimed at getting more animals into fur-ever homes. 'Ticket to Ride,' would provide a temporary home to animals in transition between shelters. It comes as the county has received widespread criticism from animal advocates that

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Shelter Dog With Webbed Paws Steals Hearts—Now She Just Needs a Family to Call Her Own

May 08, 2025

Stray dog Webbie arrived at the shelter with deformed paws, but it’s her gentle heart and sweet spirit that make her truly unforgettable.

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Westside Councils Join Outcry Against Animal Shelter Cuts Amid Worsening Conditions

May 08, 2025

LOS ANGELES - As outrage continues over Mayor Karen Bass’s proposed budget cuts to the animal services department, the Westside Regional Alliance of Councils (WRAC) joined the growing protest.

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Pet owners in Assam push for accessible, 24/7 care amidst new hospital launches

May 08, 2025

With growing pet populations, Assam's owners demand facilities that offer consistent care at any hour

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Pelican rescued after wandering into Fresno County

May 08, 2025

A pelican was rescued by Fresno Humane Animal Services after making an unexpected journey over 70 miles inland from the ocean, highlighting the unusual behavior of young pelicans wandering inland i

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Are you a laid off federal employee? This nonprofit is giving you all need to help foster a furry fr

May 07, 2025

Each foster parent will get food, toys, bowls, a leash and collar, treats, crates, and all other supplies.

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Northern Colorado bat tests positive for rabies: How to protect yourself, pets

May 07, 2025

On Wednesday, officials reported that a bat found “acting unusual on the ground” near Highland Lake in Mead tested positive for rabies, the first animal case in Colorado for 2025.

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Pet Health Platform Vetr Secures $21 Million From Palehorse Capital to Expand Access to Affordable P

May 07, 2025

Funding will support development of affordable veterinary medications and expand access to quality pet care

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‘Empty the Shelters’ event at all RivCo shelter locations ends May 15

May 07, 2025

BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is once again prompting a nationwide call for adoption...

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Purebred Border Collie Surrendered to LA Shelter Leans Against Cage 'Hoping for Affection'

May 07, 2025

Cooper still loves people despite what he's been through.

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Denver Animal Protection Officers: Guardians of Both Pets and Public Safety

May 07, 2025

Denver Animal Protection officers provide pet and public welfare services including law enforcement and education.

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Pet of the week: Chihuahua who loves to snuggle

May 07, 2025

A 3-year-old, Chihuahua mix is waiting to be adopted at the Rancho Coastal Humane Society

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Pet of the week: Siberian husky with a curious spirit would like to join active family

May 07, 2025

A 5-year-old Siberian husky mix seeks adoption at the San Diego Humane Society.

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Charlotte Plans To Take Animal Services Away From Police Department

May 07, 2025

City Manager Marcus Jones aims to shift Animal Care and Control out of police oversight and into General Services. This move promises to slash bureaucracy and boost shelter operations. The

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Pasco County Animal Services

May 07, 2025

Meet Cocoa! This sweet dog is awaiting her forever home at Pasco County Animal Services.

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Pelican takes a getaway trip 70 miles inland to Central Valley

May 07, 2025

Fresno Humane Animal Services recently embarked on an unexpected wildlife rescue mission when a pelican decided to venture over 70 miles inland to the Central V

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Charlotte proposed budget aims to move Animal Care & Control from under police department

May 07, 2025

The city says the move would allow Animal Control to “more directly benefit from General Services’ administrative strength and perspective for non-sworn services.”

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Franklin County Humane Society receives $17,000 grant investment from Petco Love

May 06, 2025

The Franklin County Humane Society has secured a $17,000 grant investment to support its mission of saving and bettering the lives of pets in Franklin County.

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Scottish SPCA's Pet Aid campaign comes to Ayrshire

May 06, 2025

Ardrossan Church of the Nazarene hosted the Scottish SPCA's Pet Aid Community Hub to support struggling pet owners on Friday, May 2

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Is your pet missing? Think twice before answering the phone by a shelter

May 05, 2025

Scammers are targeting pet owners who posted about their lost pets online.

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Scam Alert Targets Heartbroken Pet Owners With Fake Animal Rescue Calls

May 05, 2025

Scammers are targeting desperate pet owners by pretending to rescue lost pets and demanding money—here’s how to avoid the trap.

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PERC Coffee Dog Adoption Event | 05/04/2025 11:00 AM

May 04, 2025

Stop by as we collaborate with PERC Coffee for a Dog Adoption Event! All family members are welcome to join, including any four-legged ones. We are offering dog adoptions with different adoptable pets present throughout the event from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM onsite at PERC Coffee (4630 Wieuca Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342). All adoptions include spay/neuter, microchip, rabies vaccine and more! To learn more and view all of our adoptable pets, get started here.

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Texas Tech University students help spay, neuter pets at Palm Valley Animal Society

May 04, 2025

Veterinary students at Texas Tech University are looking to help spay and neuter animals at Palm Valley Animal Society in Edinburg.