Pets and Animals

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – A North Atlantic Right Whale, recently discovered deceased off the coast of Virginia Beach, is stirring concerns among environmentalists and researchers. This tragic event, noted by …

YONKERS, NY – A search is underway for the family of a lost dog found in the area of Morris Street, as announced by the Yonkers Police Department. The department …

MONTGOMERY, AL – Joseph Robert Merry, Jr., a 42-year-old from Plaistow, New Hampshire, has been sentenced to 51 months in prison for engaging in a fraudulent scheme through dog training …

HARDWICK, NJ — In a heartwarming display of community and courage, workers from Planet Network, an Internet service provider, teamed up with Newton Animal Control to rescue a cat stranded …

Misidentified Feline Causes Stir in South San Francisco SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Police in South San Francisco have rectified a misunderstanding concerning a supposed mountain lion sighting, revealing it …

FORT LEE, NJ – The local community is called upon to assist in reuniting a lost dog with its owner. Police Officer Matthew McCue of the Fort Lee Police Department …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – If you ever visited the Toms River Animal Shelter, you might have noticed who is the boss at the facility. Her name is Penny, and she’s …

TRENTON, NJ—A new bill in Trenton seeks to introduce measures to hold dog owners accountable if their pet bites or injures another person while in their presence. Under the proposed …

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Assemblyman Sterley S. Stanley has introduced legislation aimed at prohibiting the cosmetic cropping of dogs’ ears and tail docking within the state. The bill, targeting …

FRANKLINVILLE, NJ – In a display of community service and dedication, the Franklinville Volunteer Fire Company (FVFC) and Franklin Township Police Department collaborated to rescue a local pet in distress. …

Authorities in Syracuse are conducting an investigation following the discovery of a deceased dog found inside two plastic garbage bags at Kelley Memorial Park in the Valley of Syracuse on …

On International Seal Day, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center reports caring for 18 seals in their hospital, including a female Grey seal pup admitted on Wednesday (3/20). The pup was …

Bill Aims to Limit Department of Agriculture’s Oversight on Honeybee Hive Placement Assemblymen Kevin J. Rooney and Parker Space have introduced a new bill that seeks to restrict the authority …

MONMOUTH BEACH, NJ – A young grey seal pup found in distress at 65 Ocean Avenue, Monmouth Beach, is now under the care of the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC). …

TRENTON, NJ— Animals have rights too. And in New Jersey, lawmakers are moving to enact what can be viewed as an animal bill of rights. New Jersey lawmakers have introduced …

FORT LEE, NJ – The Fort Lee Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in helping Police Officer Nicholas Zevits return a lost dog to its rightful owner. The dog …

WILDWOODS, NJ – If you’re a pet owner who loves to take their furry friends on vacation, then one New Jersey beach resort community is calling your name. The Wildwoods, …

CUMBERLAND, MD – A disturbing case of animal cruelty in Allegany County has led to the arrest of two individuals. The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests following a …

OCEAN CITY, NJ—On March 13th, a juvenile female Grey seal found herself in a precarious situation after resting on a jetty at 5th Street and the Boardwalk in Ocean City. …

PRINCE FREDERICK, MD—The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office reported a successful collaboration leading to the rescue of a bald eagle. The incident occurred early on March 9, when a driver on …

HOMOSASSA, FL – A Homosassa man faces charges after authorities discovered an illegal rooster fighting operation at his residence. Citrus County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Officers (ACO) acted on an …

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP, PA — The Bethlehem Township Police Department announced the discovery of a lost dog on March 11 around 4 p.m. The dog was found in the 4000 block …

AVENEL, NJ – A devastating incident occurred at a home on Mereline Avenue in Avenel, NJ, around 6:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, where a dog attack led to the …

TRENTON, NJ — A significant legislative move aims to transform the pet sale landscape in New Jersey by repealing the “Pet Purchase Protection Act” and enacting a ban on the …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center has issued an important reminder for New Jersey residents and visitors during the seal season. Seals, after extensive swims from the …