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…
Working dog Crinkles seeks experienced handler for second chance at life
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A nearly six-year-old dog named Crinkles, once trained as a skilled scent and bite work dog, is seeking a new home through the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter.…
Firefighters rescue deer stranded on thin ice in Maryland
TENTH DISTRICT, Md. — A stranded deer was safely rescued from an icy surface on Monday by the Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department, according to a statement released on social media by…
Ziggy the Fox Rescued After Wandering the Ice for Days in the Barnegat Bay
In a heartwarming twist straight out of a Disney movie, Ziggy the fox (aka Little Foot) has survived a wild misadventure that had the internet rooting for him. The scrappy red fox,…
Ellicott City firefighters save dog from frozen pond in daring rescue
ELLICOTT CITY, MD — Firefighters in Howard County braved icy conditions Monday night to rescue a dog that had fallen through the ice of a frozen pond. The incident occurred in the…
Beloved family dog stolen from Newark yard, suspect caught on camera
NEWARK, NJ — A Newark resident is searching for answers after her Shih Tzu poodle mix was stolen from her front yard on Norfolk Street Saturday afternoon. The theft occurred around 3:30…
Manchester police warn residents of suspected rabid fox, urge caution
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities in Manchester Township have issued a warning about a potentially rabid fox sighted in several residential areas, with multiple minor injuries reported. According to Manchester Police, the…
Police Confirm Dog in Viral Animal Cruelty Case Is Safe and Healthy
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA — The Albemarle County Police Department (ACPD) has confirmed that the dog at the center of a widely circulated animal cruelty video is alive and in good health following…
Hillside Police Investigate Abandonment of Dog at Animal Shelter
HILLSIDE, NJ — The Hillside Police Department is investigating the abandonment of a male Shih Tzu left tied to the stairs at People for Animals between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m. on…
Albemarle County Police Investigating Alleged Animal Cruelty Incident Captured on Video
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. — The Albemarle County Police Department has launched an investigation into a reported act of animal cruelty involving a dog after a video of the incident began circulating online.…
Heartbroken cat returns to shelter in Forked River after losing his owner
FORKED RIVER, NJ — Rascal, a six-year-old cat with a gentle heart, is back at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter after losing his loving owner. Adopted in 2019, Rascal lived a…
Beloved Goldendoodle stolen in Northeast DC leaves owner desperate for answers
WASHINGTON, DC — Police are asking for the public’s help to locate “Kodi,” a Goldendoodle taken Sunday afternoon in Northeast DC, leaving its owner desperate for answers. The theft occurred around 12:00…
Hail to the King: Beloved lion Aslan passes away at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge
FORKED RIVER, NJ — Popcorn Park Animal Refuge announced the passing of Aslan, a cherished lion who had become a favorite among visitors and staff. Aslan succumbed to an aggressive form of…
Beagle Rescued from Icy Pond by Stafford County Deputy
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA — A beagle named Rico was safely rescued from an icy pond in Stafford Lakes Village early Friday morning, thanks to the swift actions of a Stafford County sheriff’s…
Stray dog survives two car accidents in New Jersey, recovering at local animal orphanage
VOORHEES, N.J. — A dog struck by two separate vehicles in Merchantville is recovering at the Voorhees Animal Orphanage (VAO), thanks to quick action by rescuers and emergency veterinarians. The dog, whose…
Injured harbor seal rescued in New Jersey, now under care at MMSC
MANTOLOKING, N.J. — A young female harbor seal was rescued from a beach in Mantoloking on Monday after she was found underweight and injured, marking the first seal rescue of the season.…
Farmingville man indicted on sex trafficking charges involving violence, drugs
SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. — A Farmingville man was indicted this week on multiple felony charges, including sex trafficking and criminal sexual acts, after allegedly using violence and drugs to coerce a woman…
Three Monkeys Stopped from Illegally Entering U.S. at Mexican Border Crossing
Brownsville, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge made a startling discovery on December 22: three live monkeys hidden inside a vehicle attempting…
Meet Jetty: A Playful, Loving Kitten Looking for Her Forever Home in Ocean County
BARNEGAT, NJ – At just seven months old, Jetty is already stealing hearts at the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter in Barnegat, New Jersey. This sweet, playful little girl adores attention, thrives…
Pitbull in Barnegat awaits adoption as shelter spotlights Carson
BARNEGAT, N.J. — The Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter is highlighting Carson, a 6-year-old pit bull, as he waits for a forever home after the holidays. Carson, described as having a shiny…
Cherry Hill’s K-9 Mai retires after decade of service
CHERRY HILL, NJ — K-9 Mai, a decorated member of the Cherry Hill Police Department, is retiring at the end of the year following 10 years of dedicated service alongside her handler,…