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fromFortune
11 hours ago
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Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

fromFortune
1 day ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

fromFortune
11 hours ago
Pets

Rubber bullet carnage as 1,000 animal welfare activists storm beagle breeding lab in Wisconsin | Fortune

fromFortune
1 day ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Longtime animal welfare executive named to lead L.A.'s Animal Services

Gabrielle Amster has been appointed as the new general manager of Animal Services in Los Angeles, pending City Council confirmation.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 hours ago

Amnesty International paints a grim picture

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

Uproar over mama bear killing could help launch a state wildlife coexistence program

Legislation is being considered in California to promote nonlethal solutions for human-wildlife conflicts following public outcry over a bear's death.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Crews rescue sea lion pup found on side of street in San Francisco's Outer Sunset District

We are grateful for the quick action, dedication, and support from our partners that allowed this young animal to be rescued in the wee hours of the morning, giving Irving a second chance.
San Francisco
Music
fromSPIN
5 days ago

Adopt Fantastic Cat - SPIN

Fantastic Cat's album 'Cat Out Of Hell' showcases a unified sound, blending the distinct styles of its members into cohesive folk and Americana rock.
fromwww.amny.com
8 hours ago

Critter cruelty: Animal abusers be listed on publicly accessible registry under new NYC Council bill

The registry, Ariola said, would go a long way toward protecting New York's animals by allowing rescues and other agencies to quickly search the names of potential adoption applicants, and prevent any sale or adoption by people who are known to cause harm to animals.
Pets
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Purrfect harmony: NYC Council bill complements NYS proposal to protect bodega cats in the Big Apple

Bodega Cat Bill aims to protect cats in NYC retail food stores and support small businesses.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Two dogs stabbed, one killed while defending historic L.A. cemetery, says heartbroken owner

The cemetery in Compton faces financial hardship and violence from thieves, leading the owner to consider selling after the death of her dog.
#homelessness
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
Pets
fromLady Freethinker
1 week ago

People More Likely to Stay at Homeless Shelters if Their Beloved Pets Are Allowed, New Study Finds

Companion animals are crucial for unhoused individuals, and programs allowing pets in shelters significantly improve access to housing and support.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

In L.A. County, many homeless people enter shelters, only to end up back on the streets

Many homeless individuals are evicted from interim housing despite significant taxpayer investment in shelter programs.
Pets
fromLady Freethinker
1 week ago

People More Likely to Stay at Homeless Shelters if Their Beloved Pets Are Allowed, New Study Finds

Companion animals are crucial for unhoused individuals, and programs allowing pets in shelters significantly improve access to housing and support.
fromJezebel
6 days ago

ICE Is Ignoring Woman's Life-Threatening Ovarian Cyst-and Her Condition Is Getting Worse

For over a month, my office has been going back and forth with ICE officials about Andrea's condition. We have been ignored, put off, and frankly, lied to about the treatment she has received while in detention.
US politics
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Huge' increase in kennelling and vet spending by police after XL bully ban

Police spending on kennels and veterinary bills has surged over 300% since the XL bully ban, straining police budgets and resources.
#animal-rescue
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Massive animal rescue operation in California seizes over 300 dogs and cats

Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Peanut the puppy lost most of his nose. Now he's getting a sniff of hope at Pasadena Humane

A rescued puppy named Peanut is recovering from severe facial injuries and remains cheerful despite losing most of his nose.
Pets
fromAnimals Around The Globe
2 weeks ago

Cat Trapped Inside Brooklyn Bus Depot Rescued After Desperate Cries

A young cat named Metrocard was rescued from a locked bus depot in Brooklyn, highlighting community efforts against pet abandonment.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
7 hours ago

480 ducks find homes after an emergency rescue operation in Riverside County

All 480 ducks rescued from overcrowded conditions in Riverside County were adopted within a week through a coordinated effort.
Los Angeles
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

Massive animal rescue operation in California seizes over 300 dogs and cats

A large-scale animal rescue operation in Lake Hughes led to the seizure of approximately 250 dogs and 66 cats due to animal welfare violations.
Pets
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

RSPCA says hundreds of dogs rescued from crammed room doing really well'

The RSPCA rescued over 250 neglected dogs from an overcrowded home, highlighting the need for awareness and support for animal welfare.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Peanut the puppy lost most of his nose. Now he's getting a sniff of hope at Pasadena Humane

A rescued puppy named Peanut is recovering from severe facial injuries and remains cheerful despite losing most of his nose.
Pets
fromAnimals Around The Globe
2 weeks ago

Cat Trapped Inside Brooklyn Bus Depot Rescued After Desperate Cries

A young cat named Metrocard was rescued from a locked bus depot in Brooklyn, highlighting community efforts against pet abandonment.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Seven Dogs Escaping Captivity Gives Hope to Us All

Resilience and leadership can emerge from unexpected sources, as demonstrated by a group of dogs navigating challenges together.
#veterinary-care
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

From sleeping lions to spitting snakes: a year in the life of London zoo vets

Veterinary teams at ZSL face unique challenges in treating endangered animals, requiring specialized skills and techniques for various species.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Why do vets charge more to scan an animal than a private hospital would to scan a human?

Veterinary MRI scans for pets are more expensive than human scans due to factors like VAT, anesthesia requirements, and overall treatment costs.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Reforms must be fair tovets and pet owners | Letters

Increased veterinary costs and reduced services threaten the availability of essential pet care for owners.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

From sleeping lions to spitting snakes: a year in the life of London zoo vets

Veterinary teams at ZSL face unique challenges in treating endangered animals, requiring specialized skills and techniques for various species.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Why do vets charge more to scan an animal than a private hospital would to scan a human?

Veterinary MRI scans for pets are more expensive than human scans due to factors like VAT, anesthesia requirements, and overall treatment costs.
Pets
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Reforms must be fair tovets and pet owners | Letters

Increased veterinary costs and reduced services threaten the availability of essential pet care for owners.
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Heroic dog's nonstop barking saves Orange County family from fire, says owner

A dog named Fillmore alerted his family to a garage fire, likely saving their lives and preventing greater damage.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why I Left Health Tech to Fix Our Broken Pet Adoption System

Neglected industries with real pain points and low software adoption offer better opportunities for founders than crowded, well-funded markets with established competition.
Pets
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

San Jose animal shelter moves back to Parks Department - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Animal Care Center will move to Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services for better oversight and coordination starting August 1.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

A Compassionate History of American Attitudes Toward Animals

A new book details the evolution of human-animal relationships and highlights the responsibility for unseen consequences of our actions towards other species.
Pets
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Feds break up alleged 'multi-year dogfighting conspiracy' in Carver

A Carver man was arrested for a multi-year dogfighting conspiracy involving breeding, training, and illegal gambling.
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fromMail Online
5 days ago

The hidden health conditions that could turn your dog into a KILLER

Certain health conditions can lead to increased aggression in dogs, indicating underlying issues that need attention.
Portland
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

'Marvin's Rescue': Can a rescue dog save a mere human? * Oregon ArtsWatch

Victor Polanco plays a rescue dog in Marv Ross's musical comedy 'Marvin's Rescue,' observing real dogs to develop his character through body movements and personality traits.
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fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Authorities search for man caught on camera abandoning puppy in SoCal 'coyote country'

Authorities seek public help to identify a man who abandoned a puppy at an animal urgent care in Mission Viejo.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Defib appeal to celebrate ambulance station cat

A community defibrillator fundraiser has begun to remember a "very friendly and therapeutic" cat named Defib which moved into an ambulance station in east London 18 years ago. Defib lived at Walthamstow Ambulance Station, after being rescued by paramedics as a kitten in 2008 and "adored by them ever since". In 2024, the cat was faced with eviction from his home but this was overturned after more than 62,000 people signed an online petition.
UK news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

MSPCA-Angell evacuates nearly 50 animals, opens shelter to pets from Cape homes without power

The MSPCA-Angell evacuated nearly 50 animals from its Cape Cod shelter on Tuesday after running low on fuel to power its generator during widespread power outages. In social media posts, the animal shelter asked for the public's help, and roughly a dozen people responded. The shelter posted on Facebook that it was operating on a generator and was running low on fuel.
Public health
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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Dogs and People: Stories of Redemption and Mutual Rescue

Canine redemption narratives shape perceptions of mutual rescue between humans and dogs, reflecting broader themes of responsibility and redemption in society.
#animal-cruelty
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fromLady Freethinker
2 weeks ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

Detroit Police Department has appointed its first officer dedicated to investigating animal cruelty cases.
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fromLady Freethinker
2 weeks ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

Detroit Police Department has appointed its first officer dedicated to investigating animal cruelty cases.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

His animal rescue owed millions to a former worker. Rather than pay, feds say he hatched a plan to kidnap her

They've got 'em,' the man said. He showed Grillo a photo of a zip tied couple, duct tape over the woman's mouth, according to a federal indictment. But the plan had hit a snag, he said. The kidnappers needed another $10,000. Unbeknownst to Grillo as he wrote out the check was that this was all part of an FBI sting.
Los Angeles
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Dogs, Cats, and Other Nonhumans Are Not 'Just Animals'

A new book challenges speciesist narratives and promotes deeper respect for animals as sentient beings with powerful social bonds.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on vets: there is nothing cuddly about this under-regulated market | Editorial

The Competition and Markets Authority found that consumers have overpaid roughly £1 billion in veterinary fees over five years, highlighting a significant issue in the market.
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fromMail Online
1 month ago

Plan to round up millions of dogs sparks 'global health' warning

India's Supreme Court-ordered mega shelter plan for stray dogs risks creating a public health disaster by concentrating diseased animals in high-density facilities, potentially triggering zoonotic disease outbreaks with global consequences.
#pet-adoption
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

East Bay pets of the week for March 13

Local animal shelters feature adoptable pets including Aslan, Poppet, Moira, Hope, and Hamilton, each with unique personalities and adoption requirements.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Dogs confined to kennels for 3 weeks running as illness grips South L.A. animal shelter

As of Thursday, 20 dogs at Chesterfield Square had tested positive for giardia, according to L.A. Animal Services. The common and highly contagious parasitic infection can cause diarrhea in animals as well as people. The first case was found Jan. 22. Walks, play groups and adoption meetings outside kennels were paused for a two-week isolation period to find and treat affected dogs, but that period was extended indefinitely by the shelter's team of veterinarians.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

In case of emergency: The importance of learning CPR, pet first aid

But if we're not prepared, panic and confusion can hinder our ability to act appropriately when they need us most. The best way to increase your chances of responding quickly and calmly is to familiarize yourself with basic pet first aid techniques. Though never a substitute for veterinary treatment, properly applied first aid can minimize a pet's trauma and even save their life until you are able to transport them to a veterinarian,
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

New York City's real animal welfare crisis isn't the Westminster Dog Show | Lauren Caulk

The dogs come to be judged. The owners and handlers come to uphold breed standards. And, almost as reliably as the movie references and the best-in-show ribbon, Peta arrives ready to dominate the conversation. If there is one certainty about the Super Bowl of canines, it's that the protest will share the stage with the pageantry. Westminster is an annual collision of tradition, spectacle and dissent, and Peta has become exceptionally good at owning that moment.
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fromBoston.com
2 months ago

'Every single cage is full': Nearly 100 cats rescued from Rhode Island hoarding situation

97 cats were rescued from a 1200-square-foot Woonsocket apartment hoarding situation; many need medical care, behavioral assessment, and donations are requested.
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fromMail Online
2 months ago

Dog shelters are being forced to EUTHANISE flat-faced dogs

Abandonment of brachycephalic breeds has surged, overwhelming shelters and forcing euthanasia due to lifelong, costly health problems from extreme conformations.
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