Small dog found near Riverside Place as North Bergen police search for owner
NORTH BERGEN, NJ – A well-groomed male dog without a collar or tags was found wandering near Riverside Place Monday evening, and police are now trying to locate his owner. The North…
Fire damages Toms River mobile home; all pets rescued
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire broke out early Thursday morning at a mobile home on Aviary Way, prompting a multi-department response and resulting in significant damage to the structure. Fire crews…
Mozzarella’s Long Wait: Loyal Pup Hopes for a Forever Home After 18 Months
For a year and a half, Mozzarella has watched other dogs come and go, tails wagging as they leave for their new homes. He’s greeted visitors at Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter…
Dog stolen in Dorchester County, authorities seek public’s help
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a stolen dog reported missing from the Maple Dam Road area on Sunday. Authorities have not…
Adopt Dexter: A sweet, loving pup looking for his forever family
JACKSON, NJ — Dexter, a 5-year-old Labrador/Pit Bull mix, is looking for his perfect match after returning to the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility through no fault of his own. Described as…
Lost Miniature Pinscher mix found roaming Blandina Street in Utica
UTICA, N.Y. — A female Miniature Pinscher mix was found loose on Blandina Street after reportedly roaming the area for several days, according to the Utica Police Department. Officers were able to…
New Jersey Man Pleads Guilty to Beating 10-Week-Old Puppy in Front of Young Daughter
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A Pleasantville man pleaded guilty Thursday to multiple charges, including animal cruelty, endangering the welfare of a child, and aggravated assault on law enforcement officers, the Atlantic County…
Fisheries commission reverses course on proposed lobster catch size increase
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) has repealed key elements of a proposed rule that would have increased the minimum allowable catch size for Gulf of Maine lobster,…
First grey seal pup of the season rescued in New Jersey
STRATHMERE, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found resting at the base of the dunes in Strathmere has become the first rescued grey seal of the season, according to the Marine…
After two years, shelter dog Spice Girl finds forever home
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — After nearly two years at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter, a dog named Spice Girl has finally found her forever home with shelter employee Wendy. Spice Girl,…
Georgia man sentenced to 475 years for massive dogfighting operation
DALLAS, Ga. — A Georgia man was sentenced to 475 years in prison after authorities rescued more than 100 malnourished pit bulls from a dogfighting operation at his home, officials said. Vincent…
Florida man stole woman’s kitten in strong armed robbery on MLK Boulevard
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Florida man was arrested early Thursday after allegedly robbing a woman near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Palm Avenue, taking a bag that contained her personal…
Beloved dog returns to Jackson shelter after owner’s death leaves her homeless
JACKSON, N.J. — After spending seven years with a loving family, a 10-year-old dog named Kali has found herself back at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility following the death of her…
Injured seal rescued in Ventnor treated and released by Marine Mammal Stranding Center
VENTNOR, N.J. — A harbor seal found on a Ventnor beach Thursday morning with bloody flippers was rescued and examined by the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC), which determined the injuries were…
Brick to hold annual rabies vaccination clinic on January 25
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will host its annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, January 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Drum Point Sports Complex. The clinic will offer…
Meet Your New Best Friend: Adoptable Pets at AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter
Looking for a furry or fluffy friend to add to your family? The AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter in Forked River, NJ, has some incredible pets waiting for their forever homes. As part…
Lost Dog Found in Teaneck: Police Seek Owner
Teaneck, NJ – The Teaneck Police Department is seeking the public’s help in reuniting a lost dog with its owner. The dog was found in the area of 563 Terhune Street earlier today…
New York State Trooper Gives a Hoot, Saves Owl on I-87
MORIAH, NY – A New York State Police Troop B officer made an unexpected rescue while patrolling southbound on I-87 in the town of Moriah. The trooper observed an owl that appeared…
Lost goldendoodle reunited with owner after weeklong search in Northeast DC
WASHINGTON, DC – A dog that went missing earlier this month in Northeast DC has been safely returned to its owner after being found by a concerned citizen. The incident began on…
Newark Police Search for Female Dognapper
NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities have issued an arrest warrant for a Newark woman accused of stealing a dog during a burglary on Saturday, January 18, 2025, Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda…
Shy kitten Iris seeks loving home to discover her true potential
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A 7-month-old kitten named Iris, described as shy but affectionate, is searching for her forever home through the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter. Staff at the shelter say…