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Police search for man who stabbed dog in DC

June 01, 2026

DC Police have referred the investigation to the Humane Rescue Alliance.

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San Diego Humane Society adoption fees waived on California Adopt-a-Pet Day, June 6

June 01, 2026

East County News Service June 1, 2026 (San Diego County) -- The San Diego Humane Society is clearing a path to make the road to a forever home less bumpy for hundreds of companion animals. The SDHS is waiving all adoption fees Saturday, June 6, as part of the third annual California Adopt-a-Pet Day

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San Diego Humane Society To Waive Adoption Fees For California Adopt-A-Pet Day

June 01, 2026

The organization found homes for 293 pets during last year's event and hopes to surpass that total this year.

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PEDIGREE Foundation calls on pet lovers nationwide to foster a pet this summer

June 01, 2026

PEDIGREE Foundation has teamed up with a coalition of animal welfare organizations to lead the Foster 50 Challenge – a rally for pet lovers from coast to coast to welcome a foster pet into their homes.

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Animal Services Tells Foster to Adopt or Return Recovering Dog Despite Overcrowding Concerns

June 01, 2026

L.A. Animal Services has sparked outrage among rescue volunteers after ordering a West Los Angeles foster family to either adopt 'Buddy' or return him to the shelter system by June 9. Advocates warn the directive threatens a medically vulnerable, cancer-free dog and risks driving animals back into overcrowded city shelters right before the July 4th influx. Discover the community response.

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PACC opens pet adoption center on Tucson's east side

May 31, 2026

Pima Animal Care Center has opened a new adoption-only facility on Tucson’s east side, relocating dozens of dogs and cats from its main shelter to help increase adoptions and reduce

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Adopt a friend: Local pets up for adoption for May 31

May 31, 2026

Adoptable animals at Pima Animal Care Center. Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Road, 520-724-5900. Hours: Noon-7 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 1:30-7 p.m. Wednesday; 10 a.m.-5

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Westminster police host first aid training for animal control officers

May 31, 2026

Denver, Colorado news, weather, sports and more

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Kansas City hosts free pet vaccine and microchip clinic at Swope Park

May 30, 2026

Kansas City hosted a free pet vaccine and microchip clinic at Swope Park on Saturday.

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Lawmakers should expand access to pet telehealth technology

May 30, 2026

Rhode Island shelters urge lawmakers to pass a bill allowing veterinary telemedicine to help pets get faster care.

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Guilford County Animal Services hosts Black Tail adoption event

May 30, 2026

Guilford County Animal Services will host a June 4 black-tie themed Black Tail Adoption Event highlighting black pets at its Animal Resource Center in Greensboro.

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Event Aims To Help Guilford County's Overlooked Black Cats And Dogs Find Homes - The Rhino Times of

May 29, 2026

You might think that discrimination based on skin color is a distinctly human problem, but the truth is that there’s ample evidence animals too can be shunned for that same reason. Guilford County Animal Services is hoping a little elegance – and a little ice cream – will help some often-overlooked shelter pets find permanent homes. The county will host a black-tie-themed adoption event called the "Black Tail Adoption Event" on Thursday, June 4, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Guilford County Animal Resource Center...

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Shelter Cat Headbutts Grieving Volunteer — And Changes Both Of Their Lives Forever

May 29, 2026

They were meant to be.

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Furry Friday: Meet Leaf the dog and Ocean the dog

May 29, 2026

Michigan Humane presents two of the dogs in its care that are available for adoption. They are Leaf the dog and Ocean the dog.

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Five dogs, six cats, and a turtle rescued from Northeast home

May 29, 2026

The animals were rescued from an apartment in Northeast DC on Tuesday, according to the Humane Rescue Alliance.

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Veterinary clinics coming to Blackfeet Nation to expand access to animal care

May 28, 2026

Humane Society of Western Montana expands services to underserved areas, bringing vaccines, spay and neuter clinics, and medical support closer to pet owners.

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Pittsburgh-area animal rescues expanding affordable veterinary care

May 28, 2026

Two Pittsburgh-area animal rescue organizations are on the path to expand access to veterinary care. Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh (HARP) and Animal Friends have each been awarded a $150,000 accelerator grant through PetSmart Charities — part of the charities’ $100 million, five-year commitment to lower barriers to affordable veterinary

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Over 600 Dogs Posted as Possible Victims of Alleged Humboldt County Nightmare Shelter

May 28, 2026

Shelters in the Bay Area are reeling after footage emerged of an animal rescue owner dumping dogs’ bodies on his property.

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City Council Confirms Gabrielle Amster to Lead L.A. Animal Services

May 28, 2026

The Los Angeles City Council has approved the appointment of Gabrielle Amster as the new General Manager of Los Angeles Animal Services.

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North Myrtle Beach Humane Society joins Foster 50 campaign

May 28, 2026

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach (HSNMB) will participate in the Foster 50 campaign.

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McKamey Animal Center Faces Critical Overcrowding, Urges Community Help - Hits 96

May 28, 2026

McKamey Animal Center is facing an urgent crisis and is asking for the public's help, with it housing nearly 220% of its intended capacity.

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Pet of the Week: Meet Charlie

May 28, 2026

Veronica Perez from Riverside County Animal Services stops by with an adorable eight-month-old shepherd mix looking for his forever home.

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Stray Dog Trapped Under Bridge Waits As Firefighters Risk Everything To Save Her

May 27, 2026

Let's find this sweet girl a home!

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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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MI Humane Society 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.