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…
Bear Sightings Prompt Caution in West Newark
NEWARK, DE—City police have reported multiple bear sightings in the area of Julie Lane in west Newark. In response, the Newark Police Department is urging residents and visitors to exercise caution. Lt.…
NYC Woman Charged After Packing Puppies Into Hot Backpack on Sweltering Day
QUEENS, NY — A distressing scene unfolded on Beach Channel Drive at Horton Avenue this past Saturday evening, when NYPD officers from the 101st Precinct intervened in a suspected illegal transaction involving…
Three Charged with Child Endangerment in Following Another Severe Dog Bite Incident
VANDERGRIFT, PA—Three residents of Vandergrift are facing felony charges related to child endangerment after a second severe dog bite incident at their home. Alexis Keys, Ida, and Michael Stankiewicz were charged by…
Massachusetts Man Charged with Trafficking Endangered Wildlife Parts
BOSTON, MA—The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts has charged Adam Bied, 39, of Reading, with serious violations concerning the illegal import and trade of endangered wildlife parts. Bied faces charges of conspiracy…
AWA Hosts Barking Lot Sips & Brews to Benefit Homeless Animals
VOORHEES, NJ – The Animal Welfare Association (AWA) is hosting Barking Lot Sips & Brews on Friday, June 21, from 5:50 PM to 8:30 PM. This event aims to support homeless animals…
Black Bear Spotted Near Robbinsville and West Windsor Border
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – This morning, a small black bear was reported along the border between Robbinsville Township (Windsor Area) and West Windsor Township. The Robbinsville Township Police Department has informed the NJDEP…
Nine Foot Long Great White Shark Spotted Near Cape Cod
Young White Shark “Anne Bonny” Spotted Near Cape Cod CAPE COD, MA—A nine-foot-long white shark, named Anne Bonny, was recently tracked near Cape Cod, Massachusetts, on Tuesday morning. Initially tagged on April…
Snake More Than Customers Bargained for at Virginia Goodwill Store
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA — In an unexpected twist at a local Goodwill store, a four-foot-long snake, humorously referred to as a “basilisk” in a nod to Harry Potter lore, was discovered among…
Albemarle County Police Seek Owners of Lost Cows
Albemarle County, VA — The Albemarle County Police Department is seeking the owner of loose cows found near Richmond Road and Louisa Road on Thursday morning. The cows were located on the…
Miss Peaches Inspires Jersey Shore Fire Company to Adopt Gus, The Fire Dog
Deal Police Department Commends Efforts to Support Shelter Animals Deal, NJ – The Deal Police Department has expressed gratitude to notable figures and organizations for their recent contributions to raising awareness about…
North Tonawanda Police Seek Owner of Found Border Collie
North Tonawanda, NY – The North Tonawanda Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating the owner of a friendly black and white Border Collie. The dog was found yesterday on…
Galloway Township Police Seek Help in Reuniting Lost Dog with Family
Galloway Township, NJ – The Galloway Township Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in reuniting a lost dog with his family. Earlier today, a friendly dog was found near the Pomona…
Maryland Officials Mourn the Loss of Beloved NRP K-9 Badger
On June 6, the Maryland Natural Resources Police bid farewell to K9 Badger, a distinguished member of their team known for his spirited “Honey Badger” personality. Partnered with Sgt. April Sharpeta, K9…
Dead Whale Washes Ashore on New Jersey Beach
SPRING LAKE, NJ – The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) reported that a deceased Beaked whale was discovered on the beach at St. Clair Ave. in Spring Lake, NJ, early Thursday morning,…
Meet Kevin, The World’s Tallest Dog Ever
NEW YORK, NY – A Great Dane named Kevin from West Des Moines, Iowa, has been officially declared the world’s tallest living male dog, measuring a remarkable 3 feet 2 inches in…
Toms River Mayor Says Troubled Animal Shelter Will Be In Better Hands At County Level
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Animal Shelter is set to undergo significant changes, transitioning management to the County Board of Health after years of problems and complaints by residents over…
Facebook Says Utica Police to Euthanize Dog, Department Denies Ridiculous Claim
UTICA, NY — The City of Utica Police Department has addressed widespread rumors and social media posts regarding the potential euthanization of a dog currently in their care. Just because it’s posted…
Middletown Police Seek Owners of Escaped Husky
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, PA – The Middletown Township Police Department is reaching out to the community to locate the owners of a husky that lived up to her breed’s reputation by escaping last…
Study Reveals Elephants Have Unique Names for Each Other
New research suggests that wild African elephants might address each other using individual-specific calls, a method similar to the use of personal names in humans but without relying on imitation. This finding…
Adoptions Sought as Greenbelt Shelter Over Maximum Capacity
GREENBELT, MD – The Greenbelt Animal Shelter is urgently seeking assistance from rescue groups or other shelters due to a critical overcapacity issue. The shelter currently cares for a mother dog and…