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cbsnews.comNew Florida law creates animal cruelty offender database
Animal shelters across South Florida say a new law that took effect this week will help protect pets and hold offenders accountable .
The City of Latrobe has a new partnership with a no-kill nonprofit for animal control service
A new year often means fresh starts, and for animals in Westmoreland County, it means a second chance at life. The City of Latrobe, Leechburg and Allegheny Township have all partnered with Whiskey Acres Rescue and Sanctuary for 2026, a no-kill animal non-profit.
Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
The Lodi Animal Shelter is undergoing a much-needed expansion and is giving a warning to owners ahead of the wet and windy weather season.
Dallas volunteers help shelter animals cope with fireworks
The shelter is hosting its second annual "Calming the Canines" event on New Year's Eve, inviting the public to spend quiet time with dogs and cats as fireworks light up the sky across the city.
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
Before adopting a pet, here's what you need to consider
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson said there are three key words you need to consider before adding a pet to your family: adopt, think and sense.
Corpses of 250 animals found with surviving animals eating the dead in "breeding ground of horror" in Spain
The surviving animals were feeding off the dead animals due to the lack of food and water, authorities said.
White House slashes medical research on monkeys and other animal testing, sparking fierce new debate
Research on monkeys comes under attack as patients wait for cures.
Tiger kills animal handler at wildlife preserve in Oklahoma
Growler Pines Tiger Preserve said in a statement that Ryan Easley died Saturday in "an accident" involving a tiger.
Dozens of golden retriever puppies available for adoption at Massachusetts shelter
Golden retriever puppies are up for adoption through a Massachusetts animal rescue after they and their mothers were rescued from an alleged backyard breeder.
Colorado couple arrested after children, dozens of animals found in deplorable conditions in Commerce City
A Commerce City couple is facing multiple charges after police discovered three children and more than 30 animals living in what Colorado authorities described as "deplorable conditions."
Website leads police to illegal pet store in Spain with over 150 exotic animals, including endangered species
The investigation in eastern Valencia began several months ago when officers saw a listing on an internet site offering "protected species for sale."
Sonoma animal sanctuaries overwhelmed as rooster dumping hits record highs
Animal rescues and sanctuaries in Sonoma County are at capacity as they are seeing a record number of roosters being dumped or donated. They can't pinpoint an exact cause, but a trend to fight high egg prices may be partly to blame.
The Mystery of the Zip-tied Squirrel: A North Texas animal shelter is looking for answers
Garland Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is asking for tips after a squirrel was found with a zip tie around its neck near a local coffee shop.
House of Wiggle Goats owner facing over a dozen animal cruelty charges
The owner of an animal rescue in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is facing more than a dozen animal cruelty charges.
Denver Animal Protection warns public, pet owners after bats test positive for rabies
A second bat has tested positive for rabies in Denver, this time in the Highlands Neighborhood.
New Florida law creates animal cruelty offender database
Animal shelters across South Florida say a new law that took effect this week will help protect pets and hold offenders accountable .
The City of Latrobe has a new partnership with a no-kill nonprofit for animal control service
A new year often means fresh starts, and for animals in Westmoreland County, it means a second chance at life. The City of Latrobe, Leechburg and Allegheny Township have all partnered with Whiskey Acres Rescue and Sanctuary for 2026, a no-kill animal non-profit.
Lodi Animal Services expands shelter space with new facility set to open in March
The Lodi Animal Shelter is undergoing a much-needed expansion and is giving a warning to owners ahead of the wet and windy weather season.
Dallas volunteers help shelter animals cope with fireworks
The shelter is hosting its second annual "Calming the Canines" event on New Year's Eve, inviting the public to spend quiet time with dogs and cats as fireworks light up the sky across the city.
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
Before adopting a pet, here's what you need to consider
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson said there are three key words you need to consider before adding a pet to your family: adopt, think and sense.
Corpses of 250 animals found with surviving animals eating the dead in "breeding ground of horror" in Spain
The surviving animals were feeding off the dead animals due to the lack of food and water, authorities said.
White House slashes medical research on monkeys and other animal testing, sparking fierce new debate
Research on monkeys comes under attack as patients wait for cures.
Tiger kills animal handler at wildlife preserve in Oklahoma
Growler Pines Tiger Preserve said in a statement that Ryan Easley died Saturday in "an accident" involving a tiger.
Dozens of golden retriever puppies available for adoption at Massachusetts shelter
Golden retriever puppies are up for adoption through a Massachusetts animal rescue after they and their mothers were rescued from an alleged backyard breeder.
Colorado couple arrested after children, dozens of animals found in deplorable conditions in Commerce City
A Commerce City couple is facing multiple charges after police discovered three children and more than 30 animals living in what Colorado authorities described as "deplorable conditions."
Website leads police to illegal pet store in Spain with over 150 exotic animals, including endangered species
The investigation in eastern Valencia began several months ago when officers saw a listing on an internet site offering "protected species for sale."
Sonoma animal sanctuaries overwhelmed as rooster dumping hits record highs
Animal rescues and sanctuaries in Sonoma County are at capacity as they are seeing a record number of roosters being dumped or donated. They can't pinpoint an exact cause, but a trend to fight high egg prices may be partly to blame.
The Mystery of the Zip-tied Squirrel: A North Texas animal shelter is looking for answers
Garland Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is asking for tips after a squirrel was found with a zip tie around its neck near a local coffee shop.
House of Wiggle Goats owner facing over a dozen animal cruelty charges
The owner of an animal rescue in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is facing more than a dozen animal cruelty charges.
Denver Animal Protection warns public, pet owners after bats test positive for rabies
A second bat has tested positive for rabies in Denver, this time in the Highlands Neighborhood.
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