Animal Shelters

Chattanooga’s Naughty Cat Cafe diverts more than 1,000 cats from shelters to homes

The Naughty Cat Cafe in Chattanooga recently reached a major milestone: its 1,000th adoption. Heath Hanson and Whitney Sickels mortgaged their home to launch Naughty Cat, Chattanooga’s first and only cat cafe, in 2019. “The only reason we started this is because when we moved to Hamilton County they were …

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How to Make Thanksgiving Special for Fresno Animals in Shelters – GV Wire

Now is the time to give, and Fresno Humane Animal Services hopes residents will help animals in need of shelter, food and warmth. For the month of November, the Murder Free Shelter is offering a deal on adoption fees and hosting a foster family event during the holidays. The shelter …

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Food banks for Fido? Pet owners are also feeling the pressure of inflation – Orange County Register

Inflation has hit Americans from virtually all sides, and a new report shows pet owners are feeling the pressure. Veterinarians.org’s survey of 1,000 pet owners found that over the past 12 months, almost a quarter of respondents had considered giving their pets away or taking them to a professional. shelter …

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Some South Florida pets spend years waiting for adoption

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Florida. – You’ve probably heard of the phrase “adopt, don’t buy,” but have you ever wondered how long some of these adoptable animals have been sitting in the shelter, waiting for their forever homes? Some pets have been sitting in South Florida shelters for years. Benny, an …

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Stockton City Council District 1 Race: Q&A with Michele Padilla

Michele Padilla is challenging Sol Jobrack for the District 1 seat on the Stockton City Council. Who is Michele Padilla? Age: 55 Party Affiliation: Impartial Occupation: Teacher Experience in community and/or municipal organizations. I have lived in North Stockton for over 30 years. I am a mother of two, a …

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Council to vote on $6.3 million renovation project for animal shelter

The city council must vote on a an estimated $6.3 million renovation of the Evanston Animal Shelter on November 14. The proposal calls for the construction of an entirely new facility. Not all of the funding will come from the city — two million will be provided through a Cook …

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‘Beyond Full’: Overcrowded Subway Animal Shelters

ALBUQUERQUE, NM (KRQE) – “They’re full, understaffed and the animals keep coming in droves.” Almost all kennels on the East Side animal welfare center in Albuquerque is filled. Today, there are about 1,000 animals inside the state’s largest shelter waiting for a home. “Over the past year, mostly over the …

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Animal advocate in war-torn Ukraine wins international award

Marina Bayeva, a woman described as “a true defender of her people and her animals”, has been honored with a special prize from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) at the House of Lords in London. The international award was presented to the Ukrainian on October 18 for her …

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California animal shelters send pleas for help amid inflation struggles

Find out what clicks on FoxBusiness.com Animal shelters in California, like many Americans, are struggling financially as inflation continues to climb and are asking for additional support. US inflation rose to 8.2% in September from the same period in 2021, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. The Valley Animal …

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Naples shelter animals transported to safety | Lifestyles

In partnership with the Brandywine Valley Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and Petco Love, the Wings of Rescue organization facilitated the transportation of 66 dogs and cats from the Humane Society of Naples and Collier County Domestic Animal Services. The pets were on the adoption floors …

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City to pursue proposals for animal shelter services | New

The City of Hastings will soon be issuing a Request for Proposals for Animal Housing Services for the City. Members of Hastings City Council discussed and received updates during their Monday business session on the negotiation process with Heartland Pet Connection, which has provided animal shelter services to the city …

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Dogs, cats, guinea pigs all need homes

To prepare for some rooftop construction that must begin in good weather, Santa Barbara County Animal Shelters are temporarily waiving adoption and recouping fees for all creatures from the Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, and Lompoc shelters. “We have old dogs, young dogs, big dogs, small dogs,” said Sarah Aguilar, who …

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A new animal shelter is approaching

The Evanston Land Use Commission voted 6-0 on Wednesday, Oct. 12 to recommend that city officials request the demolition of the existing one-story animal shelter at 2222-2310 Oakton St. and the construction of a new one-story shelter with approximately 8,810 square feet of ground floor space. The current Evanston Animal …

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John A. Heitz, namesake of new MSU residence, dies Sunday

A giant of the Springfield real estate scene who always remembered to call his friends on their birthdays was described as unforgettable on Sunday. These friends were mourning John A. Heitz, who died Sunday morning. He suffered from lung cancer and heart problems. “John has more friends than anyone I’ve …

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Rescue of 60 Star Center Animals Puts Florence Animal Shelter in Urgent Need for Foster Homes | New

If you have room for another dog – or a few – at home, Florence-Lauderdale Animal Services needs your help more than ever. More than 60 animals, including two dozen puppies, left the animal shelter in dire need of people willing to serve as adoptive parents. The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s …

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New leash on life: Oakland animal shelter uses the power of touch to calm traumatized dogs

OAKLAND (KPIX) — The Rocket Dog Rescue urban sanctuary in East Oakland is the last hope for the dogs everyone else has abandoned — even other shelters. Pali Boucher is its founder and guardian angel. “We are the last stop for these animals,” Boucher said. “That’s it for them.” Originally …

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Volusia officials urge residents to stay home ‘unless absolutely necessary’

Volusia County officials again urged residents to stay put and not leave their homes ‘unless absolutely necessary’ during a press conference at the emergency operations center on Friday afternoon . “The process of recovery and healing from this storm is ongoing,” said Kevin Captain, the county’s community information manager. “However, …

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Radcliff Approves Pet Ordinance | Local News

Members of Radcliff City Council voted on Tuesday to approve the second reading of an ordinance restricting the sale of dogs and cats within city limits. But it was not a unanimous decision. Councilor Aundra Jackson voted against the ordinance and Councilor Terry Owens abstained. The ordinance, like the one …

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New canine lab is looking for four-legged research participants

The research aims to study canine cognition and canine therapy programs A new lab on UBC’s Vancouver campus is looking for research participants, and not just anyone. The criterion? Must be furry and on all fours. Do you like belly rubs and delicious treats? It’s also a bonus. UBC’s new …

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Local brewery makes a difference for homeless animals

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Animal shelters across the Suncoast are running out of space. A Bradenton brewery is trying to make a difference by adopting these animals. Motorworks Brewery hosts an event they call “Yappy Hour” every third Sunday from 1-4 p.m. For each event, the brewery chooses a new …

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Subaru, Michigan Humane offers pet adoptions at the Detroit Auto Show

David Kim The North American International Auto Show officially opens to the public today at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit, the first since January 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendees may notice that things are a little different from previous editions, but one returning item isn’t even related to …

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Maxell: Wisconsin Humane Society introduced its pet on September 15

This week’s featured pet from the Wisconsin Humane Society is Maxell: this 4.5-year-old pup is the true definition of a gentle giant, weighing in at 150 pounds. Although Maxell can be nervous when he first meets people, once he warms up he never wants the petting to stop. This shy …

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Cirrus supports pilots performing animal rescue missions – Reuters

DULUTH — In aviation circles, the term “air combat” usually conjures up images of pilots engaged in close and often deadly dogfights. But Duluth-based Cirrus Aircraft encourages its customers to consider another form of dogfighting, in the sense of fighting for the survival of dogs by transporting animals destined for …

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🌱 Beer tourism index + rent continues to rise

Hello everyone. I’m back in your inbox this morning to tell you about the most important events unfolding in Charleston today. Here we are. First, today’s weather forecast: A shower and a thunderstorm; wet. High: 85 Low: 72. 📢 I am looking for business owners and marketers in Charleston who …

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Greater Good Charities celebrates its 15th anniversary and

Seattle, Washington, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greater Good Charities is celebrating its 15th anniversary and investing more than $475 million in its mission, including cash grants, in-kind supplies and direct programmatic support in 121 countries around the world. Throughout September, to commemorate this milestone, Greater Good Charities will …

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With shelters at full capacity, adopting a senior animal is a great reward

Milwaukee’s short summer season brings out our best assets, from live music festivals to a beautiful network of parks offering summer activities like tennis, golf and hiking. But summer is also peak season for the city’s animal shelters. Warmer months bring new litters of animals, often filling shelters beyond capacity …

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Find a four-legged friend in the Labor Day weekend free adoption event 🐾

JACKSONVILLE, Florida. – Hundreds of animals in Duval County are looking for their furry homes. The Jacksonville Humane Society and Animal Care and Protection Services hope to make it a reality this Labor Day weekend. Tracey Hughes and her grandson, Kingston, found their newest member of the family – 2-month-old …

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Maine volunteers rescue over 300 cats and dogs from Puerto Rico

Volunteers from the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland took part in a “Freedom Flight” with the non-profit organization Wings of Rescue. WESTBROOK, Maine – The Greater Portland Animal Rescue League has more cats and dogs for adoption, thanks to a rescue effort over the weekend. Last week, the ARLGP …

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Clear Shelters 2022 in Chicago – NBC Chicago

Are you looking for an opportunity to meet four-legged friends? Adopt a pet before this year’s NBC 5 and Telemundo Chicago Clear the Shelters event ends on August 31. The month-long program is the perfect opportunity to expand your family, as many shelters are experiencing a summer surge of new …

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Cats will have a place to roam, puppies a place to be safe, with Ascension Shelter grant | New

Cats who live mostly in their kennels and dog moms who need a safe place to care for their puppies are the recipients of an $85,000 grant this month to CARA’s House, Ascension Parish Animal Shelter. “We have already started the plans and hopefully in four to six weeks we …

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Jordan’s Way returns to the PAW shelter on August 29 | Daily Democrat

Last year, $38,000 was raised in just four hours for the Animal Welfare Protectors (PAW) no-kill animal shelter in Fort Madison West, and this year the group has been challenged to raise $100,000 in 29 days. But the shelter will have help. The nationally renowned Jordan’s Way organization will once …

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Top Stories of the Week – NBC 6 South Florida

Here are some of the best stories from last week from NBC 6 News: Miami Skyline Lights Up Under Full Moon Kayaking in Biscayne Bay For South Floridians, kayaking is an activity many have participated in at least once, but few can say they’ve done it under a full moon. …

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Keith the cat forgotten by adopters at the CNHS

GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – So far, 56 pets have been adopted from participating Local4 News shelters during NBC’s Clear the Shelters campaign. It’s part of a national pet adoption campaign to help find loving homes for animals in need. The Central Nebraska Humane Society is joining the movement and …

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Clarksville Area Pets of the Week August 15, 2022 – Clarksville Online

Clarksville, TN – Each week, Clarksville Online will bring you pets from different rescue organizations in need of a good home in and around Clarksville-Montgomery County. This week’s animals are for the week of August 15, 2022. Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available at area …

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State seeks to revoke Furry Babies’ license – Chicago Tribune

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking to revoke the licenses of three pet stores, including one in Aurora. The state agency has sent petitions alleging that Furry Babies, which has a location at Fox Valley Mall in Aurora, is operating as a pet store without a pet store operator’s …

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Critical capacity animal shelter, now euthanized to help ‘desperate situation’

BATON ROUGE — A shelter just off the LSU campus is at such critical capacity that it has made the “extremely difficult decision” to begin euthanasia for the space. Click here to stream WBRZ+ at Nine to see how you can help. WBRZ has previously reported on the dire situation …

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Looking to adopt a four-legged bestie? Visit these NH huts

Words cannot describe how much our pets mean to us. They are our best friends, close companions, and often (not to mention, always) better listeners than people. A pet can bring so much joy to your life, enriching it for the better. We would never pass up the opportunity to …

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Eight Beagles Rescued From Virginia Facility Are Now Safe At Pittsburgh Shelter | Local News

PITTSBURG, Kan. – Eight beagles, including four newborns, are safe at an animal shelter in southeast Kansas after they and nearly 4,000 other dogs were rescued last month from a mass-breeding lab in Virginia, sparing them a future of painful experimentation and trial. No longer known by their numbers – …

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WNY Shelter Dog Lives Local Adventure Days

An elderly shelter dog lives his last days with a list of adventures thanks to the SPCA of Niagara. What do you want to know Lloyd is a senior dog now in foster care living out his days The community is mobilizing to offer him new experiences and additional love …

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Aiken County Animal Shelter Takes In As Many Animals As It Adopts

AIKEN, Sc. (WRDW/WAGT) — Animal shelters are notorious for being overcrowded, and the only way to solve this problem before putting dogs to sleep is to help them find forever homes. This week, 23 dogs and 17 cats were adopted from the Aiken County Animal Shelter, but all of their …

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Vicksburg board delays advertising new animal shelter for bids – The Vicksburg Post

The council of mayor and aldermen of Vicksburg announced Thursday that it has postponed publicity for bids to build a new animal shelter for at least two weeks. That’s the time project architect Michael Bernard said he needs to have the construction documents for the project ready to go out …

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Hundreds of beagles rescued from Virginia headed to shelters in Southern California – NBC Los Angeles

If you’re looking to adopt a four-legged friend, now might be the perfect time, especially if you’re a fan of beagles. About 200 of the adorable dogs have arrived at shelters in Southern California, after a rescue at a Virginia breeding lab accused of animal abuse left thousands of beagles …

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Why do LA animal shelter volunteers do the work of staff?

For the editor: Thank you for speaking out about the deplorable conditions at animal shelters in the city of Los Angeles. This discussion is long overdue. Although dogs are man’s best friend, shelters also care for cats, rabbits, hamsters and other helpless animals. My daughter has been volunteering at our …

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Arkansas Animal Shelters to Host Free Pet Adoption This Weekend

Pets will be repaired, vaccinated or microchipped and ready to go home. BENTONVILLE, Ark. – The Best Friends Rescue Center (BFLC) has teamed up with over 550 animal shelters and rescue partners nationwide for an adoption drive. This campaign aims to encourage people to adopt pets from local shelters. Eight …

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Clarksville Area Pets of the Week for July 18, 2022 – Clarksville Online

Clarksville, TN – Each week, Clarksville Online will bring you pets from different rescue organizations in need of a good home in and around Clarksville-Montgomery County. This week’s animals are for the week of July 18, 2022. Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available at area …

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Saugerties Town Council awards contract for well for future animal sanctuary – Daily Freeman

SAUGERTIES, NY — City board members have approved a contract to drill a well that will service the planned $2.5 million Saugerties Animal Sanctuary. The agreement was adopted at a meeting on Thursday. Supervisor Fred Costello said this would be the first step in building the facility. “We have done …

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Animal rescue groups across the US unite to save 4,000 dogs: NPR

These dogs are among nearly 500 beagles that Homeward Trails Animal Rescue collected earlier this year from an Envigo research facility in Virginia. Now Homeward Trails is home to additional beagles from Envigo, which bred the dogs for pharmaceutical research, after a federal judge ordered the release of thousands of …

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4,000 Beagles are rescued from a facility in Virginia. Now they need new homes.

When officials from the United States Department of Agriculture inspected a beagle breeding facility in Virginia last year, they found a female beagle whose leg had been stuck in poor-quality soil for so long that she was dehydrated, according to court documents. Facility workers told inspectors they did not know …

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How to help local shelters on National Kitten Day

Here’s a list of supplies needed by local shelters and adoption information for those looking to add a furry friend to the family. PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editor’s Note: The attached video is dated June 1, 2022. July 10 marks National Kitten Day, a day dedicated to kitten awareness and adoption. …

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‘Bursting at the seams’, pet shelters ask for help

An exterior view of Columbus Animal Care Services on Wednesday. Mike Wolanin | The Republic Faced with an unusually large pet population, Bartholomew County’s two major animal shelters are urging residents to consider alternatives to abandoning their pets in their facilities. “We’re packed,” said Columbus Animal Care Services (ACS) general …

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Pandemic pets wind up in shelters as owners return to office, battle rising costs

Growing numbers of animals need new homes in Toronto as owners who bought pandemic pets at the height of COVID-19 return to work – or struggle with the rising cost of maintaining them, warn city ​​officials. According to Toronto Animal Services, a city-run agency, there has been a 63% increase …

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Shelters see growing numbers of people abandoning their pets – CBS Sacramento

Sacramento’s top youth soccer team shines at national tournamentRepublic FC makes noise at all levels. 4 hours ago Shelters see increasing numbers of people abandoning their petsLocal animal shelters are seeing a disturbing trend of pet owners abandoning their furry friends, most often citing affordability issues. 4 hours ago CBS13 …

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Clarksville Area Pets of the Week June 27, 2022 – Clarksville Online

Clarksville, TN – Each week, Clarksville Online will bring you pets from different rescue organizations in need of a good home in and around Clarksville-Montgomery County. This week’s animals are for the week of June 27, 2022. Dogs and cats of all ages, breeds and sizes are available at area …

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Pet stores and animal rescue advocates debate sales of popular pets in Clark County

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) — Many pet store owners and animal welfare advocates have spoken to the Clark County Commission on a proposal to ban sales of popular pets at local stores. After FOX5 told you about Commissioner Michael Naft’s proposal for pet stores in Clark County, the stores told …

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Sumter County Animal Shelter encourages cat adoptions

June is Adopt-A-Cat month, in part because it marks the peak of “kitten season,” when large litters of kittens are born and often end up in animal shelters. While many kittens at the Sumter County Animal Shelter are not yet adoptable due to their age and need for medical care …

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🌱Waiting for the perfect pet? + Ceci Wilkens had a great season!

Welcome back, Essex-Chester-Deep River! I’m here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what’s happening around town. Here is the truth. First, today’s weather forecast: A bit of sun ; windy, cooler. High: 70 Low: 54. Here are the top three stories from today …

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Shelters, pet owners trying to keep animals safe in extreme heat

CINCINNATI (WXIX) – The heat wave can be dangerous not only for people, but also for pets. “This week has been the toughest week we’ve had since taking over the shelter in August 2020,” says Ray Anderson, community engagement manager for Cincinnati Animal Care. Anderson says their dog population is …

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DeKalb County Animal Shelter needs help adopting and raising animals

Animal shelter overwhelmed beyond capacity, state says A metro Atlanta animal shelter has been ordered by the state to stop accepting animals. The DeKalb County Animal Shelter was way over capacity. The staff worked hard to find the animals’ homes. DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – Staff at the DeKalb County Animal …

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What I wish I had known before adopting kittens :: WRAL.com

By Maggie Brown, WRAL Multiplatform Producer Now through October is kitten adoption season, and if you’re like me and have caught kitten fever, here are some tips to get you started. Kittens are adorable, playful, and fun, and not too high-maintenance if you have the right tools and patience. My …

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30 dead and decomposing animals found at South Carolina ‘Rescue’

Another “no-kill” animal rescue on display: The CEO of a self-proclaimed animal ‘rescue’ has been arrested after investigators allegedly discovered 30 dead and decomposing dogs and cats at his home in South Carolina. After responding to a tip from a caller who alerted officials to a “smell of death“from the …

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Shelter Dog jumps for joy when she learns she’s adopted in sweet video

A video of the sweet moment a shelter dog named Clementine learned she had been adopted has gone viral online. The adorable clip was posted to TikTok on April 1 by an adoption coordinator named Joe Kay (@adoptingdogs), who wrote, “Congratulations Clementine!!!” The video amassed more than 8.5 million views …

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Over 5,000 lbs of dog food donated

MERIDIAN, Miss. (WTOK) – The City of Meridian’s Animal Control received donations of more than 5,000 pounds of dog food last weekend. Meridian Police Chief Deborah Young said there was an error in the ordering process that delayed the arrival of food at the shelter. Roadside Rescue Network helped the …

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Leading the Charge for Animal Rescue

LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) — At age 85, Rita Bingham would have expected to live a retired life in a state of relaxed peace. Instead, she finds herself leading the charge of animal rescue organizations in southwest Louisiana. “Sometimes I feel like I’m the only one doing this. But I …

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Bolton animal shelters struggle to deal with abandoned animals

THE problem of abandoned or returned pets is compounded by the cost of living crisis. Working from home and the need for stress relief and companionship during the various lockdowns imposed due to the pandemic has led many people to invest in pets. While this phenomenon was widespread and the …

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In June, choose your price to adopt a cat or kitten from the Wake Animal Shelter :: WRAL.com

Raleigh, North Carolina – The Wake County Animal Center is encouraging adopters to bring home a cat or kitten this month – at whatever price is right for them. Throughout the month of June, people can adopt a cat or kitten over 5 months old at any adoption rate. Promotion …

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County Animal Services kennels are over 100% capacity, still pushed to the brink

We see a lot of dogs that were on the highway or in areas where it was obvious they didn’t live there – Kelli Mortensen, Sandoval County Animal Care Associate BERNALILLO — Sandoval County Animal Services is being pushed to the brink with stray animals in its care. The kennels …

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Carol Ann Perry – Leavenworth Times

Carol Ann Perry, 78, of Leavenworth, died Wednesday May 18, 2022 at St. John’s Hospital. She was born on November 4, 1943, in Leavenworth, one of five children of Edwin and Edith (Overfield) Heintzelman. Carol graduated from Leavenworth High School. She worked for the Department of the Army, Munson Military …

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Abandoned Kittens Found In Back Of Garbage Truck In Heartbreaking Video

A garbage collector was shocked and dismayed to find three tiny abandoned kittens nestled among the rubbish in the back of his truck. Terence Taylor shared harrowing footage of the discovery on TikTok in a video that amassed more than 11.5 million views and comments expressing concern over how the …

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North Carolina Public Animal Shelter 2021 Annual Report Released: Public Euthanasia Numbers for Cats and Dogs

Cats and dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier According to figures from the 2021 Public Animal Shelters Report, released by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) in the spring of 2022, public animal shelters in North Carolina euthanasia approximately 75,668 dogs and 89,029 cats …

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NASCAR’s Alex Bowman donates to animal shelter

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. – Ahead of the race at Kansas Speedway this weekend, Ally Racing and NASCAR’s Alex Bowman will donate $4,800 to the Leavenworth County Humane Society in Lansing, KS. The donation is part of an initiative by Ally and Alex drivers of the No. 48 Hendrick Motors Chevrolet Camaro …

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80 licensed pet owners who are beyond delusional

Let’s get a few things straight from the start. Pets are not meant to be your status symbols. They’re not meant to be something you brag about just because of their cost. It’s not something you should haggle over online. And they’re not meant to be excuses for landlords to …

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Placer County animal shelters are overflowing – CBS Sacramento

Police release video of vehicle of interest in DoorDash driver’s murderModesto Police released new video on Monday showing a vehicle of interest believed to be linked to the fatal shooting of DoorDash driver Andrew Satavi last month. 5 hours ago CBS13 Investigates: In the wake of a fatal plane crash, …

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Goochland Rescue Dog Olympics and Adoption Event announced for May

GOOCHLAND COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Dog lovers and canine companions rejoice! A fun afternoon awaits you soon. The Rescue Dog Olympic and Adoption Event is scheduled to take place on May 21, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery located in 4100 Knolls Point Drive …

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New Proposal Aims to Leash Pet Sales at New Braunfels ‘Puppy Mills’ | Community Alert

An amendment to the ordinance that would ban retail pet stores from obtaining and selling cats and dogs from commercial breeding establishments took a step forward Wednesday night. The recommendation of the New Braunfels Animal Services Advisory Board is now before City Council for consideration in two readings. The proposed …

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Appointments no longer required to adopt from LB animal shelters • Long Beach Post News

Shelters operated by appointment only to reduce foot traffic and make best use of their limited staff and dedicated volunteers. Recently they started allowing walk-in visitors on weekends. From now on, they will be open five days a week. “The neighboring agency [spcaLA] opens, and we felt it was important …

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Shelters near forest fires overrun with animals

LAS VEGAS, NM (KRQE) — As wildfires continue to burn across the state, animal shelters are overrun with animals seeking to escape the flames. “People found they had to evacuate and the animals were nowhere to be found,” said Bea Gallegos, of the Animal Welfare Coalition of northeast New Mexico. …

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Ask Amy: My Husband Wants Another Dog, But I Don’t

Placeholder while loading article actions dear Amy: The dog I had for over 10 years recently had to be euthanized. I loved my dog, but owning a pet often made me feel guilty. I often felt I had to choose between being with our dog or being a good mother …

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Discounted Adoption of 9 Local Louisiana Animal Shelters Through ‘Empty The Shelters’ Initiative | KTVE

WEST MONROE, La (KTVE/KARD) – Ouachita Parish Animal Shelters are currently experiencing an overpopulation of homeless dogs at the shelter. Shelter event. This event takes place May 2-15, 2022 A national initiative to make the adoption process easier in hopes that community members will go out and adopt a new …

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Reconstruction of Hutt Valley dog ​​shelter stalled after second burglary

A Hutt Valley animal shelter was stripped of building materials over the weekend, with the owner losing thousands of dollars worth of equipment meant for building dog shelters. A box of puppies was dropped off at HUHA on Monday (Source: provided) Animal charity Helping You Help Animals (HUHA) is building …

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Breaking the Chains: An organization dedicated to saving animals in war-torn Ukraine needs your help!

As the war in Ukraine continues, many organizations and volunteers come into the crossfire to rescue abandoned animals. A British Army veteran has started an organization to help animals, who are often forgotten at times like these. Source: FOX 2 Detroit/Youtube Breaking the Chains is an organization started by Tom, …

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One-eyed cat reunited with owner after five years in jail

A one-eyed cat that went missing five years ago has been reunited with its owner, officials say. The Scottish SPCA announced in a press release on Friday that the cat, Dexter, was found in a shipping container on an offshore oil rig. It’s unclear how Dexter ended up on the …

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Free Microchipping Clinics at DFW Animal Shelters – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Join NBC 5 as we celebrate National Pet Identification Week with our local animal shelters from our Clear the Shelters campaign. On Saturday, April 23, our local shelters will be offering free microchipping clinics at the locations listed below. Microchip identification greatly increases the chances that a lost pet will …

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A cleanup project to protect the environment featured UM’ Canes Day of Service event on April 23 | Vizcaya key

The University of Miami Alumni Association is involved in environmental conservation efforts with a local service project that gives back to its respective communities. The Alumni Association Cane Communities hold the annual UM Canes Day of Service on Saturday, April 23 at the Virginia Key Outdoor Center, 3801 Rickenbacker Causeway. …

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Swedish Mouse Mafia, CatYE West, Barkley Eilish. You won’t find them at Coachella

Start your day with LAist Sign up for the Morning Brief, delivered on weekdays. A different festival is underway this weekend in the Coachella Valley, with headliners Barkley Eilish, Swedish Mouse Mafia and, well, Doja Cat. Riverside Department of Animal Services is launching their first-ever BarkChella event where you can …

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Shelby Humane’s no-kill shelter found ‘forever homes’ for more than 1,400 cats and dogs in 2021

Two cats can produce a litter which, over the next six years, can reach 70,000 offspring if none of them are neutered or neutered. It’s part of the battle facing animal shelters across Alabama, including Shelby Humane in Columbiana. The 43-person staff awaits the annual spring influx of puppies and …

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SCRAPS kennels completely full of adoptable dogs | News

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — The Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service — or SCRAPS — says the kennels with adoptable dogs at their Spokane Valley facility are completely full and are asking for help from the community. “We — along with shelters across the country — are seeing huge increases …

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Q&A with the Cattaraugus County SPCA | News

ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL CATS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION? Yes, Willie is a sweet and wonderful senior cat who was released to the SPCA in early December. He is diabetic, so he has his blood sugar and insulin checked daily if necessary. Likes comfy beds and needs someone who is comfortable …

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Giving Back to Animal Shelters on Arizona Gives Day | News

TUCSON (KVOA) – Arizona Gives Day 2022 is underway to raise thousands of dollars for local nonprofits. One such nonprofit is the Humane Society of Southern Arizona. “It’s Nemo,” said Lindsey Dittmer, shelter manager for the Humane Society of Southern Arizona. Nemo is one of many animals brought to HSSA …

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Triple A animal shelter gets a makeover for its 30th anniversary

Triple A President Elise Dunweber and Mayor of Marbella Ángeles Muñoz. / josele Just under 500 dogs and cats were moved to temporary shelters during the works, thanks to a team of volunteers who spent days transporting them Renovation and improvement works at the Triple A Animal Shelter in Marbella …

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Dogs available for adoption in Saint-Louis

When you look at the makeup of American families today, it’s rare to see a home where a pet isn’t part of the family. According to the most recent data from the APPA National Pet Ownership Survey, 67% of households, or about 85 million households, own a pet. Of these …

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Petco Love raises $1 million to help Ukrainian pets and families

Press Release: Petco Petco Love, a non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of pets, recently announced $1 million in assistance to organizations helping pets and families of war-affected animals in Ukraine. . Funds will be distributed immediately to organizations helping shelters, rescues and families of pets fleeing the war-torn …

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