pets

AKRON, Ohio – A baby goose was rescued from a storm sewer Tuesday afternoon after a concerned citizen flagged down an Akron police officer for help, the department announced on …

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — In a heartbreaking twist of fate, a sweet black-and-white pit bull named Sasha slipped away from her forever family just moments after being adopted — mere …

WILDWOOD, N.J. – The Wildwoods’ Dog Park & Beach has been named one of HGTV’s Best Dog-Friendly Parks and Beaches in the United States, standing out as the only New …

JACKSON, N.J. — Firefighters from Jackson Fire District No. 3 successfully rescued a dog trapped under a shed on Wednesday without injury to the animal or damage to the structure, …

JACKSON, NJ — A gentle, soulful-eyed pup named Coco is now available for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say she’s ready to trade her kennel …

JACKSON, NJ — Charlie, a one-year-old brindle pup with a big personality and a bigger heart, is looking for a forever home after arriving at the Northern Ocean County Animal …

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 …

OSWEGATCHIE, N.Y. – A Brooklyn man was arrested Thursday after authorities discovered a significant quantity of cocaine in his vehicle during a traffic stop on State Highway 37, police said. …

Forked River, NJ – For four months, Laya has been waiting. Waiting for someone to notice her. Waiting for a family to choose her. Waiting for a home where she …

TRENTON, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea has pledged to make ivermectin available over the counter in New Jersey if elected, aligning himself with similar efforts in other states. …

CHERRY HILL, N.J. — Authorities have arrested a 27-year-old Oregon man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a veterinarian in Cherry Hill, officials announced. Cristian Custodio-Aquino, of Portland, has …

LEONIA, N.J. – A fire at a Leonia home Friday morning led to the escape of two pets, and police are asking for the public’s help in locating them. The …

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A fire broke out early Thursday morning at a mobile home on Aviary Way, prompting a multi-department response and resulting in significant damage to the structure. …

For a year and a half, Mozzarella has watched other dogs come and go, tails wagging as they leave for their new homes. He’s greeted visitors at Associated Humane Popcorn …

CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a stolen dog reported missing from the Maple Dam Road area on Sunday. Authorities …

JACKSON, NJ — Dexter, a 5-year-old Labrador/Pit Bull mix, is looking for his perfect match after returning to the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility through no fault of his own. …

UTICA, N.Y. — A female Miniature Pinscher mix was found loose on Blandina Street after reportedly roaming the area for several days, according to the Utica Police Department. Officers were …

MAYS LANDING, N.J. — A Pleasantville man pleaded guilty Thursday to multiple charges, including animal cruelty, endangering the welfare of a child, and aggravated assault on law enforcement officers, the …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) has repealed key elements of a proposed rule that would have increased the minimum allowable catch size for Gulf of …

STRATHMERE, N.J. — A young grey seal pup found resting at the base of the dunes in Strathmere has become the first rescued grey seal of the season, according to …

FORKED RIVER, N.J. — After nearly two years at the Associated Humane Popcorn Park Shelter, a dog named Spice Girl has finally found her forever home with shelter employee Wendy. …

DOVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police are investigating an arson and a separate shooting incident that occurred early Friday morning in the 4700 block of Carlisle Road. The events took place …

STAFFORD, Va. — A Stafford County sheriff’s deputy rescued a 1-month-old pitbull puppy from a storm drain on Sunday evening. Deputy R.A. Peterson responded to a call at the Villages …

STAFFORD, Va. — Two male Golden Doodles were rescued from the shoulder of I-95 on Sunday afternoon by Stafford County sheriff’s deputies. Deputies R.A. Peterson and O.J. Martins responded to …

STAFFORD, Va. — A juvenile black racer snake was removed from a restricted area of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday morning. At approximately 5:45 a.m., Major C.S. Kimmitz …