Bark Bash Fall Festival to Benefit Local Animal Rescue Efforts
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Bark Bash Fall Festival is set to take over Calgo Gardens on October 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering a fun-filled day for families, pet…
Animal rescuers battled through filth, feces, and urine to rescue hundreds of cats and dogs
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – When police were called to a home in Brick Township where two women were running an illegal puppy mill, the situation quickly turned into a dangerous hoarding environment…
Police Volunteers Help to Raise $58,000 for Animal Rescues in Pittsburgh Area
PITTSBURGH, PA – Volunteers in the Pittsburgh area have raised nearly $60,000 to help area pet shelters and pet advocates. “Officer Christine Luffey and her crew of volunteers raised a total of…
Operator of Portland Animal Rescue Business Charged for Role in Wire Fraud Conspiracy, Illegally Dispensing Animal Drugs
PORTLAND, Ore.—The operator of a Portland area animal rescue, rehabilitation, boarding, and adoption company is facing federal charges for her role in a conspiracy to defraud customers and for illegally dispensing animal…
Dog rescued in critical condition leads to animal cruelty arrest
Man arrested after neglected dog found in poor condition in North Carolina HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — A North Carolina man was arrested after authorities say a dog was found in poor condition…
Popcorn Park food drive seeks donations to feed rescued animals in New Jersey
Animal refuge calls for public support as monthly food drive falls short of goals. Newark, NJ – Associated Humane Societies is urging the public to contribute to its Popcorn Park Animal Refuge…
Beloved Rescue Bear Maryann Dies at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge
Maryann, a rescued black bear who spent years living peacefully at the refuge, passed away after a long life surrounded by care. Lacey Township, NJ – Staff and supporters at Popcorn Park…
Riverhead man jailed again after 50 animals rescued from unlicensed slaughterhouse
RIVERHEAD, NY – A Riverhead man previously convicted in a high-profile animal cruelty case is back behind bars after authorities confiscated more than 50 animals from his property, which investigators identified as…
Flood submerges NJ animal shelter, all animals rescued in dramatic effort
PLAINFIELD, N.J. — A devastating flood struck the Hope 4 Paws Humane Society in Plainfield on Tuesday night, leaving the shelter completely underwater and destroying all of its supplies — but sparing…
Over 100 dogs rescued from abandoned New Jersey animal testing lab didn’t know what grass was
TRENTON, NJ — A resurfaced video showing more than 100 neglected beagles rescued from a shuttered animal testing facility in New Jersey has reignited scrutiny of Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.), whose company…
Akron police rescue more than 170 animals from hoarding and neglect case
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police and animal rescue teams intervened in a severe animal hoarding and neglect case on Sunday, December 15, rescuing more than 170 animals living in deplorable conditions. Officers…
As Popcorn Park animal shelter closes for renovations, online access, rescues to continue
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — The Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter announced that it will be temporarily closed due to renovations, with no set reopening date as of now. The shelter, located in…
New Jersey Rescue Farm Owner Charged for Animal Cruelty After Dozens of Animals Neglected
RARITAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Flemington farm owner has been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty and unlawful possession of firearms after police investigated his farm where 71 farm animals were…
Nearly 100 dogs rescued during investigation into animal fighting
SAVANNAH, GA: Nearly 100 dogs were rescued as a result of an investigation into animal fighting in three Georgia counties. The investigation, led by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Inspector…
Nearly a Dozen Dogs and CatsRescued From ‘Deplorable Conditions’ in Neptune Township
Neptune Township, NJ – Nearly a dozen animals were rescued from what authorities described as deplorable living conditions at a Neptune Township property, where investigators also discovered the remains of a deceased…
Dead dog discovery leads to 30 year animal ban for Pennsylvania man
Authorities say 10 dogs were rescued from a Lancaster Township property where one animal was already dead and another later lost a leg due to severe injuries Lancaster Township, PA — A…
Tiny deer rescue shows side of policing most people never see
Officer springs trapped fawn from tight spot before emotional reunion with mom MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Not every police call involves flashing lights or criminal investigations. Sometimes, it involves a frightened baby…
After months of fighting pneumonia, rescued NJ seal finally heads home
Remarkable comeback ends with emotional ocean release and high-tech tracking mission BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A harbor seal that spent four months battling a life-threatening illness has returned to the ocean after an…
Cat Stranded in Mastic Beach Marsh Saved After Late-Night Rescue by Suffolk County Officers
Mastic Beach, NY — A family in Mastic Beach got a happy ending after their missing cat became trapped in a marsh and spent hours stranded among water and reeds before Suffolk…
Heartbroken staff say giant shelter dog urgently needs rescue
Munson still waiting as shelter issues urgent rescue plea OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A towering 127-pound XL Bully named Munson is at the center of an emotional plea from animal advocates desperately…