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…
Ocean City police investigating animal cruelty incident
OCEAN CITY, MD -The Ocean City Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in an ongoing animal cruelty investigation. The incident occurred in the 10 block of 77th Street,…
Cherry Hill firefighters rescue ducklings, kittens; All in a day’s work
CHERRY HILL, NJ – In two acts of compassion, the dedicated members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department have once again proven that their devotion to saving lives knows no bounds. Demonstrating…
Virginia Beach animal adoption center now open seven days a week
Virginia Beach, VA – Good news for animal lovers! The Virginia Beach Animal Care and Adoption Center has extended its operating hours to better serve the community. Starting immediately, the center will…
New Jersey lawmakers want to ban veal
TRENTON, NJ – Coming off the heels of a ban on Menthol cigarettes on Juneteenth, New Jersey lawmakers are looking to ban something else. A bill sponsored by Senator Vin Gopal and…
Do you know this guy? Police rescue stray dog
North Tonawanda, NY – The North Tonawanda Police Department posted on their Facebook page about a found dog. The dog was discovered near their station on Payne Ave in the morning. The…
Nothing to see Here but a bear sitting in a truck eating lunch in New Hampshire
SUNAPEE, NH – On a work site in Sunapee, American Plate Glass had an unexpected visitor in the form of a bear. The incident on June 16 was captured on video by…
Police say dogs culprits in Brick house fire
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police are investigating a house fire in Brick and suspect the family’s dogs are at fault. At 11:15 A.M. on Thursday, police and firefighters responded to a call…
K-9 cop recognized for recent drug bust
On Wednesday, K-9 Kell and her partner, New York State Trooper Giga, successfully contributed to removing dangerous drugs from the streets. K-9 Kell’s exceptional detection skills led to the discovery of illegal…
Maryland trooper gives pup slated to be put down a new leash on life
Rockville, MD – Trooper Josh Quase, serving at the Rockville Barrack, has recently opened his heart and home to Lola, a 12-year-old golden retriever. Lola’s heart-wrenching journey began when her original owner…
Teaneck Police Officer Rescues Young Deer From Catch Basin
Teaneck, NJ – A Teaneck police officer recently came to the rescue of a young deer that found itself trapped in a catch basin. Officer Graham sprang into action and successfully freed…
Owner of emaciated German Shepherd found in basement arrested
Syracuse, NY – Syracuse Police Animal Cruelty Officers responded to a distressing call on Thursday, May 4, regarding a dog left alone in a basement at a residence on Delaware Street. Upon…
New Jersey police rescue oversized Turtle Stuck in Storm Drain
Gloucester Township, NJ – Crikey! That thing is big. Police and firefighters rescued a large turtle after getting stuck in a Gloucester Township storm drain. Police do not know why the turtle…
Wind farms over Whales; GOP cries Foul Over Dem Run Wind Energy Hearing
TRENTON, NJ – Senator Anthony M. Bucco criticized the hearing conducted by Trenton Democrats on marine mammal deaths for lacking critical perspectives and being one-sided. He also accused Democrats of silencing opposition…
Committee Clears Bramnick Bill that Would Stop Trespassers from Harming Animals at Zoos
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would establish penalties and liability for causing harm to wild animals was approved today by the Senate Judiciary Committee.…
Dog attacks three, including child on Boulevard in Seaside Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – A violent dog attack in Seaside Heights was interrupted by three men, but not after a vicious dog attacked three others, including a 7-year-old child. Police here say…
Black bear spotted wandering through Frederick
FREDERICK, MD – Residents in Frederick have reported several sightings of a small bear, prompting a warning by the Frederick Police Department. The Frederick Police Department says it is fully aware of…
Asbury Park Man Indicted for Defiling and Killing Pet Cat
Freehold, NJ – An Asbury Park man arrested for allegedly torturing, defiling and killing a pet cat has been indicted by a grand jury for his crimes against the animal. An indictment…
Meet Allegheny County’s Newest K-9 Deputy
PITTSBURGH, PA – Sheriff Kevin M. Kraus introduced the newest member of the Sheriff’s Office, Lassen, a Golden Retriever/Labrador mix facility dog. Lassen comes to the Sheriff’s Office from Canine Companions for…
Firefighters climb three stories to save trapped kitten in NYC’s West Village
NEW YORK, NY – Overnight, firefighters from the FDNY’s Ladder 5 climbed three stories to save a kitten trapped on top of an external window air conditioning unit. Despite their best efforts,…
Ducklings Rescued from Storm Drain by Virginia Cop
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA – An unusual rescue took place in the Town Center area on Sunday. Officer Ankrom of the 3rd Precinct’s dayshift was summoned following reports of baby ducks in a…