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…
Pebbles the cat is hoping to find a new home and put time at Jackson shelter behind
JACKSON, NJ — A senior cat named Pebbles is in search of a loving home after spending months at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility. The 13-year-old, tri-color tiger domestic shorthair arrived…
Animal cruelty investigation launched in Rockville after malnourished animals found
ROCKVILLE, MD – Authorities in Rockville are investigating a case of animal cruelty after multiple malnourished animals were discovered at a residence on Scott Avenue, police said. On March 14, Rockville City…
Fact Check: D.O.G.E. Cuts Forcing TSA to Stop Feeding Security Dogs
Did DOGE just cut funding that feeds TS K-9s and veterinary bills? Key Points Background The statement claims “DOGE has ordered the TSA to stop paying for K-9 veterinary costs and food,…
Hempstead man indicted on fentanyl distribution, dogfighting, and weapons charges
MINEOLA, NY – A Hempstead man has been indicted on drug trafficking, weapons possession, and animal fighting charges after authorities seized fentanyl-laced pills, a loaded handgun, and seven dogs allegedly used for…
Is That A Turtle In Your Pants? Pennsylvania Man Caught with Reptile in His Drawers at Newark Airport
NEWARK, N.J. — A Pennsylvania man was caught attempting to smuggle a live turtle in his pants at Newark Liberty International Airport after a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) body scanner detected an…
Tennessee Man Shot by His Dog While in Bed With Woman in Bizarre Bedroom Incident
Memphis, TN – A Memphis man found himself in the hospital this week after an unusual and startling event: his own dog accidentally shot him. The incident, which occurred in the early…
Virginia woman arrested after breaking into home, stabbing pet snake
FREDERICKSBURG, VA – A woman was arrested after allegedly breaking into a home and stabbing a pet snake multiple times, leaving it with life-threatening injuries. Deputies responded to a residence on Lakeview…
Ill Eagle Incident Ends Well for Virginia Deputies, Victim
MONTAGUE, Va. — Deputies in Virginia rescued an injured bald eagle Thursday afternoon after it was found struggling to fly near Montague Loop, authorities said. Sergeant A.J. McCall and Deputy E.M. Brooks…
Jackson Township Council Says Food Pantry Rat Infestation, Health Issues at Police HQ Must Be Fixed
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Feeding the hungry in Jackson might have to be put on hold as township officials deal with a rat problem. The Jackson Township Council is calling for an…
New Jersey just closed all trout stocked fisheries, Here’s why
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey’s trout-stocked waters are now closed to fishing until April 5 as part of the state’s annual spring trout stocking program, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection…
Adorable pup Pete back at shelter and searching for a forever home
JACKSON, N.J. — A playful and loving puppy named Pete is once again searching for a home after an unsuccessful adoption. The eight-month-old mixed breed was recently adopted but returned to the…
Letter: Stronger Enforcement of Animal Abuse Laws
As many may remember, on 28 August 2023, one of the most horrific cases of animal abuse and killing of over 150 animals was discovered in Marlton/Evesham, New Jersey. I made the…
New Jersey residents, shelter rally to rescue deer with severe tumor
FORKED RIVER, N.J. — A distressed deer suffering from a suspected fibroma was rescued after concerned residents alerted the Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park Shelter. Shirley and Dan Costello of Heritage Point first…
This New Jersey Town is Asking Resident to Stop Feeding Feral Cats
Pemberton Township Animal Control Request **Pemberton, NJ** - The Township of Pemberton is experiencing an issue with feral cats, and the Burlington County Animal Shelter has initiated a limit of two cats…
A Happy Ending for This Pregnant Pig Thanks to Animal Control Officer
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — A Stafford County deputy helped deliver two piglets after responding to an unusual obstetrics call involving a struggling 400-pound pregnant sow on Tuesday afternoon. Deputy R.A. Peterson arrived…
Injured grey seal pup rescued in Atlantic City, receiving treatment at Marine Mammal Stranding Center
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A male grey seal pup found injured near the Golden Nugget Casino parking lot on March 4 is now receiving medical care at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center…
Puppy up for adoption: Cranford police introduce Harlow for ‘Woof Wednesday’
CRANFORD, N.J. — The Cranford Police Department is featuring a young Labrador mix named Harlow for its latest “Woof Wednesday” adoption post. Harlow, a four-month-old puppy, is described as a playful and…
Four Dogs Found Dead in Plastic Bags on Garden State Parkway
ABERDEEN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in an animal cruelty investigation after four deceased pit bull mixes were found in dog food bags…
Stranded Dolphin Rescued from New Jersey Marsh Euthanized
MONMOUTH BEACH, N.J. — A common dolphin stranded in a bayside creek was euthanized Tuesday after rescuers determined it was too weak to survive, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) said. The…
Conoy Township man facing 80 animal cruelty charges waives preliminary hearing
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — A Conoy Township man accused of abandoning more than 20 animals in a vacant home has waived his preliminary hearing, allowing his case to proceed to county court.…