New veterinary care center opens in Toms River, providing expanded emergency services

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A new veterinary emergency facility has opened its doors in Toms River, offering expanded services for pet owners in the region. The Grand Opening of Garden State Veterinary…

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Rowan University announce New Jersey’s first school of veterinary medicine

In response to an increased national demand for veterinarians, veterinary specialists and skilled technicians, Rowan University is establishing the first school of veterinary medicine in New Jersey. Currently, there are only 33…

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U.S. Grants Emergency Approval of Remdesivir for COVID-19 Treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for the investigational antiviral drug remdesivir for the treatment of suspected or laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 in adults and children hospitalized with severe disease.…

Health and Wellness

Over 100 cats rescued from Delmar sanctuary littered with skeletal remains

Wicomico County Sheriff says dozens of animals found outdoors in freezing weather, skeletal remains recovered DELMAR, MD – More than 100 cats were rescued and multiple deceased animals were discovered after law…

Maryland News·Pets and Animals

Two dogs burned in house fire face long road ahead at local shelter

NEWARK, NJ – Two dogs rescued from a two-alarm house fire are undergoing emergency medical treatment after suffering severe burn injuries, according to shelter officials. Beau and Arrow were pulled from the…

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Lenoir man charged with felony animal cruelty after horse found tied to tree dies

Lenoir, NC – A Caldwell County man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after Animal Care Enforcement officers discovered a severely malnourished horse tied to a tree behind his home that later…

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From hospital windows to ocean waves, a once-injured seal is swimming free again as costs mount at New Jersey’s only marine mammal rescue center

Brigantine, NJ — After four months of recovery for a serious flipper injury, a rehabilitated seal finally returned to the open ocean this week as the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine…

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Brick woman arrested for illegal puppy mill was once named Teacher of the Year by Chris Christie

BRICK TOWNSHIP – A New Jersey school teacher who was a recipient of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s Educator of the Year award in 2017 was arrested and charged with animal cruelty…

Pets and Animals·Police Blotter

Two charged,180 dogs and cats rescued at illegal, inhumane Jersey Shore puppy mill

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Over 180 dogs and cats were rescued from an illegal puppy mill operating out of a residence on Arrowhead Park Driver in Brick Township on Friday. Two women…

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New Jersey Bill Would Allow Ambulances to Transport Injured Police Dogs

The legislation would permit emergency medical personnel to transport and provide emergency care to injured law enforcement canines when no human patient requires treatment. TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker has…

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Pennsylvania Couple Charged After Investigators Find Nearly 100 Animals Living in Filth Inside Home

WEST HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, Pa. — A Lancaster County couple faces felony animal cruelty charges after investigators said they discovered nearly 100 neglected animals living in filthy, ammonia-filled conditions inside a West Hempfield…

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New Jersey Bills Target Rising Pet Food Costs With Tax Breaks and $400K Assistance Program

TRENTON, N.J. — Two New Jersey lawmakers are backing proposals aimed at easing the growing financial strain of pet ownership, including a statewide tax exemption on pet food and a $400,000 taxpayer-funded…

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Seal lying on a blue surface, seen from above, with whiskers and gray fur visible. Note: the seal’s eye is toward the camera.

Shark attack at the Jersey Shore: Young seal recovering

HOLGATE, N.J. — A young grey seal found badly injured on a Holgate beach is now recovering and eating on its own after rescuers determined the wounds were likely caused by a…

Pets and Animals

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…

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Newark Shelter Rescue: Dog ‘Smokey’ Recovering After Eye Removal Surgery

A dog surrendered to Associated Humane Societies in Newark is recovering after emergency surgery to remove a severely damaged eye. Newark, NJ — A dog surrendered to a Newark animal shelter with…

North Jersey News·Pets and Animals

Dog stabbed during domestic dispute recovering but being treated as “evidence” by legal system

Monmouth County SPCA says the rescued dog is healing physically but struggling emotionally during long-term confinement. Freehold, NJ – A dog named Trouble, who survived a stab wound during a domestic dispute,…

Community News·Monmouth County News·Pets and Animals

Man charged after bringing weed smoking, beer drinking parakeet to local bar in Greensburg

Police say the bird had a broken leg and appeared underweight after being transported in the man’s pocket. Greensburg, PA – A Greensburg man was arrested after allegedly bringing an injured parakeet…

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Queens man busted after dogs seen tied to back of moving car

Queens man accused of dragging dogs behind car in shocking animal cruelty case QUEENS, NY – Neighbors in Long Island City watched in horror as a man allegedly tied two dogs to…

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Dog rescued from Belmar house fire expected to make full recovery

BELMAR, NJ – Flames tore through a Belmar home Friday night as emergency crews raced to the scene in a desperate effort to save both lives and property. Amid thick smoke and…

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Pet cat Coco left paralyzed after brutal shooting in Mastic Beach leads to arrest

Hauppauge, NY – A beloved pet cat is at the center of a shocking act of cruelty that Suffolk County officials say was no accident—an intentional shooting that left the 12-year-old feline…

Pets and Animals·New York News

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