Pets and Animals

WOODLAND PARK, NJ – A found female dog on Maple Ave is now safe and housed at the Wayne Animal Shelter. The dog was found wandering in the area of …

BELLEVILLE, NJ – A lost dog was recently found in the area of Fairway Avenue. Belleville Police Department is asking for public assistance to identify the owner. Anyone with information …

CHESHIRE, MA – A steer named Tommy has earned a spot in the Guinness World Records for being the tallest living steer, with a height of 6 feet, 1 inch. …

CRANFORD, NJ – A dog has been found in the vicinity of South and Lincoln Ave East. Anyone who recognizes the pet or knows the owner is asked to call …

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – A dog found playing in traffic on Interstate 195 was safely detained by a New Jersey State Police Trooper and is now under the care of the …

WILLINGBORO TOWNSHIP, NJ – A recent act of community teamwork saw Sergeant Mitnick of the Willingboro Township Police Department collaborate with Sharon Anderson of the Boro Pet Project to help …

Dozens of dead whales have been washing up at the New Jersey shore and off the coast since December 22, but the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) says …

No, really it is. The shelves are stocked with pumpkin spice products, the candy aisles are full and your cat can’t go without a costume this year. Seriously! You say …

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A lost dog was found roaming the area of Old Tavern Rd near Windeler Rd. Howell Township Police Department asks residents to identify the canine. The …

WYANDANCH, NY – Nineteen pit bull puppies were rescued from a vehicle parked in Wyandanch by First Precinct Crime Section officers on Friday night, saving them from deplorable conditions. While …

MIDDLESEX, NEW JERSEY – An alligator sighting in Lake Creighton and Ambrose Brook has prompted concern among local residents and officials in Middlesex Borough, far from the reptile’s natural habitat. …

FORKED RIVER, NJ – The Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter and Popcorn Park Animal Refuge closed their doors today due to an event at Miller Airport causing road closures. The …

ASBURY PARK, NJ – Many of New Jersey’s beaches have expanded their dog-friendly policies for the off-season, allowing pet owners greater flexibility to enjoy the shore with their four-legged friends. …

Limestone, Tenn. – A newborn giraffe at Brights Zoo has defied the norms of its species by being born without the characteristic brown spots. The female reticulated giraffe was born …

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND — A devastating theft has left a family yearning for the return of their 1-year-old poodle. The young dog was taken from their home on the 2600 block …

Burlington, NJ – The City of Burlington Police Department is reaching out to the community for assistance in locating the owner of a male dog found in the area of …

Wilkes-Barre, PA – The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating the owner of a dog found in the area of Coal Street and Wilkes-Barre …

Today marks National Dog Day, an event celebrated annually on August 26 to honor man’s best friend and raise awareness about the importance of adoption. New Jersey animal shelters are …

MONMOUTH BEACH, NJ – New Jersey Democrat Senator Vin Gopal, a key ally in New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s mission to build wind turbines from Cape May to Sandy Hook …

Atlantic County, NJ – The Atlantic County Animal Shelter is waiving all adoption fees from August 24-27 as part of the annual “Clear the Shelters” initiative.The shelter has a variety …

TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Animal Shelter is extending an invitation to those looking to adopt a new furry family member. As one of the few municipally-run shelters …

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Husky has been found on Kent Road near the PAL school in Howell Township. The Howell Township Police Department reported the discovery on their social …

PITTSBURGH, PA – Charges have been filed against a Kittanning woman who left her dog abandoned at Pittsburgh International Airport. On August 4, a dog was found near the short-term …

SAYREVILLE, NJ – Police in a New Jersey town have concluded a recent power outage was caused by a flying fish. Residents of Sayreville found themselves without power on August …

Sacramento, CA- In a move to clamp down on the rampant illegal cockfighting in the state, the Tulare County Board of Supervisors is exploring an ordinance to restrict private ownership …