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…
Man arrested after injured dog ‘Lavender’ abandoned in Schenectady, police say
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the animal cruelty case involving “Lavender,” a severely injured dog found abandoned in Schenectady last week, police announced Friday. Key…
Trout Season Kicks Off in New Jersey: Here Are the Top Stocked Fisheries to Explore
Anglers across the Garden State are gearing up for an exciting weekend as the 2025 spring trout season officially began today, Saturday, April 5, at 8 a.m. With more than 180,000 rainbow…
German Shepherd Found on Roosevelt Drive in Utica
UTICA, NY — The Utica Police Department reported the recovery of a German Shepherd on Roosevelt Drive Friday morning. Authorities are seeking the dog’s owner and request that anyone with information contact…
Meet Tonic: The Talkative Cat Bringing Big Energy and Even Bigger Charm to Forked River
By Linda Jaworski, Pet LoverForked River, NJ — Looking to add a little excitement—and a lot of conversation—to your home? Meet Tonic, the sleek black feline with a personality as bold as…
New Jersey Town Bans Bird Feeders Ahead of Looming Statewide Ban
The war against feeding birds in New Jersey just heated up as one town decided it’s not waiting for an official statewide ban to take action. A contentious debate over bird feeders…
Sophie tossed by former owner now sitting solo at Ocean County shelter
JACKSON, N.J. — A young Lab/Golden Retriever/Hound mix named Sophie is now up for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, according to shelter staff. Sophie, who is just under 2…
Pit bull beaten with trailer hitch for over four minutes; roommate charged with aggravated cruelty
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A man has been arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after surveillance footage captured him brutally assaulting his roommate’s dog with a metal trailer hitch, leaving the animal…
Seal pup rescued from fishing line entanglement on Long Beach Island, undergoing treatment
LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found entangled in fishing gear on North Beach was rescued last week and is now recovering at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center…
Dead humpback whale washes ashore in Delaware’s Indian River Bay
INDIAN RIVER BAY, DEL. — A 30- to 40-foot humpback whale was discovered dead in shallow water off the coast of Indian River Bay on Monday morning, marking the latest in a…
Beloved New York State Police K9 Nate retires after 8 years of dedicated service with Bomb Disposal Unit
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State Police announced the retirement of K9 Nate on Friday, marking the end of an eight-year career with Troop F’s Bomb Disposal Unit. K9 Nate, a longtime…
Police Working to Uncover Suspect in Brutal New York Dog Abuse Case
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — Police and humane officers are investigating a disturbing case of animal cruelty after a severely injured dog was found near Eastern Parkway and McClellan Street, authorities said Sunday. Schenectady…
Jackson Council invites families to enjoy new and modern playground at Woodlane Park
JACKSON, N.J. — Spring is here, and the Jackson Township Council is inviting residents to visit and enjoy the new improvements at Woodlane Park as the weather begins to warm up. Newly…
Paw and order: K-9 Buck officially sworn in at Manchester council meeting
MANCHESTER, NJ — K-9 Buck, a scent detection and tracking dog with the Manchester Township Police Department, was officially sworn in during a ceremonial event at the March 24 Township Council meeting.…
Florida woman arrested for filming sex acts with dog, selling videos online for $500
OCALA, FL — A Florida woman has been arrested after authorities say she filmed herself engaging in sexual activity with a dog and sold the footage online for hundreds of dollars. Logan…
Sheep on the lam: Baby sheep duo escapes in Monroe County, one still at large
Highlights: COLUMBIA, Ill. — Two baby sheep broke free from a fenced area near Triple Lakes Road earlier this week, prompting an unusual countryside chase that ended with one lamb in custody…
New Jersey Bird Feeder Ban Looms in Trenton as Spring Hatches
Trenton, NJ – As spring blossoms across New Jersey, bringing the cheerful chirps of returning migratory birds, a contentious proposal in Trenton threatens to silence a backyard tradition: bird feeding. Lawmakers are…
As Black Bears Emerge from Hibernation, NJ DEP Issues Safety Warning
Trenton, NJ – As spring awakens across New Jersey, so do its black bears, emerging from their winter dens with a fierce appetite. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is…
Seaside Park Police mourn loss of K9 Jax after 9 years of service
SEASIDE PARK, NJ — The Seaside Park Police Department announced the passing of K9 Jax, a longtime service dog with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office. K9 Jax served the community for nine…
Lost dog found on Cranbury Road, now at Woodbridge Animal Shelter
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department reported that a lost dog was found on Cranbury Road and has been safely transported to the Woodbridge Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption…
Shelter’s sweetest soul waits patiently as the days go by — will anyone choose Pebbles?
JACKSON, NJ — One of the longest-standing residents at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility is still searching for a permanent home. Pebbles, a three-year-old brindle pit mix, has been patiently waiting…