Toms River woman held on multiple animal cruelty charges
Toms River, NJ – An Ocean County woman identified as Gabriella Dauria was booked into the Ocean County Jail on Monday and is being held after authorities charged her with multiple counts…
Stranded bottlenose dolphin euthanized after rescue attempt on Brigantine beach
BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A stranded bottlenose dolphin found early Tuesday morning on the north end of Brigantine beach was humanely euthanized after responders determined she had little chance of survival, according to…
Missing cat Olaf last seen in Byram Township on May 29
BYRAM TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A male cat named Olaf has been reported missing in the Bramer Court area of Byram Township. He was last seen on May 29. Olaf is described as…
Lost dog found in Voorhees Alluvium neighborhood, now at police HQ
VOORHEES, N.J. — The Voorhees Police Department announced Monday that a black, curly-haired dog without tags was found roaming Bradford Way in the Alluvium development earlier in the day. The dog, described…
Jackson Girl Scout Receives Honor After Helping Police Department with New K9 Unit
JACKSON, N.J. — A Jackson teen who has dedicated nearly a decade to public safety education and K-9 advocacy will receive the Girl Scouts of the USA’s highest honor this weekend in…
New Jersey Sailor Reuinited with His Dog Archie After Returning Home from Combat Deployment
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A U.S. Navy sailor has been reunited with his dog, Archie, after a public appeal went viral, prompting a resolution between the returning servicemember and the family that…
Deployed sailor comes home to find dog given away and pleads for his return
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A U.S. Navy sailor from New Jersey is making a public plea for the return of his dog after learning the pet was given away without his knowledge…
Connecticut man killed and dismembered bulldog, leaving parts all over New Rochelle
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — A Connecticut man pleaded guilty Monday to killing and dismembering a purebred English bulldog in a disturbing animal cruelty case that unfolded in New Rochelle late last year,…
Bird Feeders Banned in New Jersey Town As Legislators Push for State Ban
RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — The village of Ridgewood has enacted new restrictions on wildlife feeding on private property, becoming the first municipality in New Jersey to impose local limits on bird feeders amid…
Meet Officer Scooby, Woodbury’s Newest Police Recruit
WOODBURY, NJ — The Woodbury City Police Department has welcomed its newest member, a two-year-old yellow Labrador Retriever named Scooby, who will serve as the department’s Community Resource Canine. Scooby was trained…
Safari Park Raided: Cops Find Lions, Tigers, Meth, and Guns
BANDON, Ore. — A coordinated raid involving multiple law enforcement and state agencies led to the arrest of West Coast Game Park Safari owner Brian Tenney after authorities uncovered drugs, firearms, and…
Lost dog found near Easton Road turnpike ramp in Upper Moreland
UPPER MORELAND, Pa. — A frightened dog was found early Friday morning running along Easton Road near the Pennsylvania Turnpike on-ramp, according to the Upper Moreland Police Department. Officers located the dog…
Utica police seek owner of found dog near Varick and Columbia streets
UTICA, N.Y. — The Utica Police Department is trying to locate the owner of a brown and white female mixed-breed dog found earlier today near Varick Street and Columbia Street. Authorities shared…
Shelter dog waiting nearly two years to find loving family for adoption
TINTON FALLS, N.J. — A 2-year-old dog named Dutch has been waiting for a forever home since August at the Associated Humane Societies shelter in Tinton Falls, shelter staff announced. Dutch, a…
Akron firefighters rescue trapped baby goose from storm sewer
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 social media.…
Rescue joy turns to panic as dog runs off during adoption
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 seconds before…
This New Jersey Pet Friendly Beach Named as One of America’s Top Destinations for Dogs
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 Jersey location…
Firefighters use airbag tool to free dog stuck under shed in Jackson
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, according to…
Coco’s sweet gaze and soft nature steal the show in Jackson
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 for cuddles…
From bounced around to belly rubs — Charlie seeks a forever couch
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 Facility. Described…
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…
