PACC numbers remain high, but partnerships helping

June 30, 2026

It's been a year and a half since Steve Kozachik took over at the county's Pima Animal Care Center, first as interim director and then as the permanent guy.

Can $14 Million Save All the Pit Bulls and Other Animals at L.A. Anima

June 30, 2026

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PACC reopens Silverbell facility following deadly disease outbreak

June 30, 2026

The Pima Animal Care Center said it is reopening following a deadly disease outbreak, and it has identified how it happened.

RivCo Supervisor Manuel Perez Addresses Mass Dog Deaths in NorCal

June 30, 2026

Of the more than 100 dogs that were unearthed in mass graves in Northern California, two of them had been transferred from the Palm Springs Animal Shelter, with Riverside County Fourth District Supervisor Manuel Perez addressing the situation Monday. “The reports coming out of northern California are unsettling and really bring to light the realities []

Meet ‘Longview Lou,’ the young alligator captured at a Jackson County lake

June 30, 2026

The five-day stray animal hold has almost expired for Longview Lou, the young alligator is in the hands of KC Pet Project.

San Diego Humane Society braces for July 4th surge, offers free microchips to keep pets safe

June 29, 2026

East County News Service June 29, 2026 (San Diego County) -- With the 2026 Fourth of July celebration of 250 years of the United States just days away, the San Diego Humane Society is sounding the alarm and calling on pet owners to prepare for what is historically the busiest and most chaotic tim

DFW Animal Shelters Over Capacity: Urgent Call To Adopt And Foster

June 29, 2026

Dallas and Fort Worth animal shelters are severely over capacity. Officials urge residents to adopt or foster pets immediately.

Dallas, Fort Worth urge residents to adopt from full animal shelters

June 27, 2026

Two North Texas cities are calling on residents to help animal shelters overflowing past capacity.

Pets of the Week

June 27, 2026

‘Severely overcrowded’ Oakland animal shelter urgently seeks adoptions

June 26, 2026

(KRON) — The Oakland Animal Services is urgently reaching out the public to adopt and foster, as it says it is “severely overcrowded with large dogs and kittens.” OAS says it is at critical o

Cats remain trapped in Redford Township home as animal control waits until Monday to enter

June 26, 2026

Dozens of feral cats remain inside a Gaylord Street home near 8 Mile in Redford Township, and neighbors are frustrated that animal control has not yet removed them.

Hamilton County animal shelter issues ‘Code Red,’ waives adoption fees this weekend

June 26, 2026

July is the busiest month of the year for Cincinnati Animal CARE. The shelter is preparing for an influx of lost pets who run away after getting spooked by fireworks.

Fur-Ever Home Friends: KC Pet Project

June 26, 2026

KC Pet Project's Abigail Anderson joins Shane and Kerrigan to introduce us to Zeva, the sweetest pup looking for a fur-ever home!

Valley shelters face new urgency as screwworm restrictions impact animal transports

June 26, 2026

As New World screwworm restrictions spread beyond Florida, Rio Grande Valley shelters are on alert, preparing for the possibility that one confirmed local case could bring rescue transports to a halt.

Nevada SPCA

June 26, 2026

Nevada SPCA returns with its 7th Annual Calendar Contest, raising vital funds to support homeless pets and provide access to veterinary care for animals in need across the community.

Furry Friday: Meet Mr. Frizzle the cat and Wiggly the dog

June 26, 2026

Michigan Humane presents two of the animals in its care that are available for adoption. They are Mr. Frizzle the cat and Wiggly the dog.

Rochester Animal Services Verona Street shelter needs 16 dogs fostered or adopted before $2.6 millio

June 26, 2026

The City of Rochester is preparing for a major renovation at the Rochester Animal Services Verona Street Shelter, with construction set to begin on July 6.

Charleston Animal Society seeks homes for 250 animals for America’s 250th anniversary

June 25, 2026

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the Charleston Animal Society has officially announced its “250 for 250” adoption campaign, seeking homes

Thrive Pet Healthcare Expands Pet Insurance Access Through Pumpkin and Trupanion to Help Pet Owners

June 25, 2026

/PRNewswire/ -- Thrive Pet Healthcare today announced a new option to help pet owners plan for veterinary care costs, including expanded access to pet...

National Animal Welfare Workforce Development Nonprofit Launches Soul Phood

June 25, 2026

A Community-Centered Pet Food Brand Co-Founded by the Critter Fixers

A Grieving Dog Dad Built A Lifeline For Old Shelter Dogs After One Changed His Life

June 25, 2026

Lily was already 10 when Sam brought her home. She gave him seven unforgettable years, then left behind a mission bigger than one family. Now her story is helping senior shelter dogs across the country get seen before time runs out.

Local animal shelters overwhelmed, urge families to consider adopting or fostering

June 25, 2026

GREECE, N.Y. (WROC) – Being less than a month into summer, many local animals shelter leaders say they’re near or exceeding capacity and are now urging the public to consider fostering

Viral Video: Coyote Discovered in a Middle-School Bathroom

June 24, 2026

Animal services found a full-grown coyote hanging out by one of the toilets in a middle school bathroom. Here's what happened next.

Screwworm concerns force Rio Grande Valley shelters to change transportation plans

June 24, 2026

Out-of-state animal shelters are turning away or restricting Texas pets due to New World screwworm fears, forcing Rio Grande Valley shelters to overhaul transport protocols.