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Animal Adoption

Chappaqua
News
Westchester's First Mobile Adoption Unit To Debut At Chappaqua Farmer's Market Westchester's First Mobile Adoption Unit To Debut At Chappaqua Farmer's Market
Westchester's First Mobile Adoption Unit To Debut At Chappaqua Farmer's Market The first mobile adoption unit in Westchester will soon make its debut appearance at a busy farmer's market to reach residents looking to add furry friends to their families. SPCA Westchester's Mobile Adoption Unit, the first of its kind, will soon hit the road and debut at the Chappaqua Farmer's Market at the Chappaqua Train Station on Saturday, May 11 at 9 a.m. The 26-foot vehicle features 20 spacious cages, roll-up viewing windows, and a booth providing a space for matchmaking discussions between SPCA staff and would-be adopters.  The vehicle was commissioned to increase animal ado…

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by Ben Crnic
Alexandria
News
Dogs Left Outside During Cold Spell Brought To Virginia For Shot At Adoption: PETA Dogs Left Outside During Cold Spell Brought To Virginia For Shot At Adoption: PETA
Dogs Left Outside During Cold Spell Brought To Virginia For Shot At Adoption: PETA Several dogs left outside in the region during the recent cold spell have been brought to Virginia to be treated and eventually put up for adoption, according to PETA.  When temperatures dropped in recent weeks, PETA fieldworkers have been out daily to come to the aid of dogs left chained or penned outside in the frigid temperatures, some of which saw their water bowls freeze over without any care from their owners. Since the recent streak of cold weather, PETA has been imploring residents to bring animals inside, resulting in the recovery of at least two dogs taken from North Carolina…

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by Zak Failla
Suffolk MA
Lifestyle
(Update) Kitten With Rare Condition — Even Rarer Disposition — Looks For Home In Mass (Update) Kitten With Rare Condition — Even Rarer Disposition — Looks For Home In Mass
(Update) Kitten With Rare Condition — Even Rarer Disposition — Looks For Home In Mass Update: Gumby, who came to Massachusetts from Texas to be treated for a rare muscle deformity in his back legs at MSPCA-Angell, has been adopted by Boston-area radio personality Danielle Murr, the group announced.  Gumby will have dog, cat, and even hamster siblings to keep him company in his new home! Thank you to everyone who shared his story and helped find Gumby this happy ending. Happy tails, Gumby! 😺❤️🐾 pic.twitter.com/hKXVE40ZF8 — MSPCA-Angell (@MspcaAngell) November 29, 2023 Original: An 11-week-old kitten with a rare muscle deformity in his back legs is looking for a …

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by Khier Casino
Chester
Police & Fire
Hoarding Case Puppies Among 170 Animals Seized Desperately Need To Be Adopted: Rescuers Hoarding Case Puppies Among 170 Animals Seized Desperately Need To Be Adopted: Rescuers
Hoarding Case Puppies Among 170 Animals Seized Desperately Need To Be Adopted: Rescuers Rescuers are pleading for the public to adopt puppies and other animals seized in a Pennsylvania hoarding case this week. More than 170 animals were seized from an Effort (Monroe County) home on Friday, July 14, after the homeowner died, the PSPCA said. The animals were taken to various shelters in the area, but the PSPCA said conditions were already overcrowded — and are begging for future pet owners to adopt. The dogs, cats, various types of birds, pigs and guinea pigs were found in unsanitary conditions, according to the PSPCA and 6abc. "What we thought were 60 dogs quickly doubled whe…

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by Cecilia Levine
Arlington
News
These Are The 9 Neglected Dogs Some Emaciated, With Broken Bones Rescued In Arlington These Are The 9 Neglected Dogs Some Emaciated, With Broken Bones Rescued In Arlington
These Are The 9 Neglected Dogs Some Emaciated, With Broken Bones Rescued In Arlington During the month of April, nine dogs suspected of abuse and neglect were rescued by the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. The first to come to the shelter were Shih Tsu's Taavi and Trella, who "had been kept in terrible conditions, cramped in filthy cat crates in their owner’s bathroom," AWLA said. The owner surrendered them and they both went on to find loving homes. Then came Stormy, a dog with a broken leg whose owner neglected to provide the necessary care, causing her leg to become necrotic. Stormy's leg was so damaged that it ultimately was amputated. Stormy has made progr…

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by Cecilia Levine
Essex MA
Lifestyle
Peabody Cafe Books 3 Months In Advance For An Hour With Adoptable Cats Peabody Cafe Books 3 Months In Advance For An Hour With Adoptable Cats
Peabody Cafe Books 3 Months In Advance For An Hour With Adoptable Cats A married couple created what has quickly become a beloved space to relax for an hour and lend rescue pets a helping paw. Uri Harel and Cora Ducolon opened Kitty Cat Cafe and Adoption Lounge, located at 108 Newbury Street in Peabody, in November 2022 and have been booked solid ever since. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kitty Cat Cafe (@kittycatcafema) Guests book online to reserve a one-hour time slot in the cat room where 11 adoptable cats from two rescue organizations, PAWS Wakefield and PALS Animal Lifesavers, roam freely.…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Essex MA
Lifestyle
Elderly Mini Pony Seeks Retirement Home, Still Has 'Lots Of Life' Elderly Mini Pony Seeks Retirement Home, Still Has 'Lots Of Life'
Elderly Mini Pony Seeks Retirement Home, Still Has 'Lots Of Life' The MSPCA is seeking to find the perfect home for a 30-year-old miniature pony with Cushing's disease who has captured the hearts of their staff. An elderly miniature horse named Marty was surrendered by his owner in December 2022, the MSPCA-Angell said. He was underweight with dental problems that made it difficult for him to eat, but was nursed back to health at Nevins Farm in Methuen and is ready to find his forever home.  Marty put on sneakers to visit the lobby of Nevin's farms.MSPCA-Angell Marty's previous owner could not provide him with the geriatric care he needed, the MSPCA-An…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Essex MA
Lifestyle
Sugar Gliders Swoop Into Methuen, Receive More Than 800 Adoption Applications Sugar Gliders Swoop Into Methuen, Receive More Than 800 Adoption Applications
Sugar Gliders Swoop Into Methuen, Receive More Than 800 Adoption Applications An animal shelter got a rare influx of sugar gliders - and two hedgehogs - after their owner in Western Massachusetts surrendered them.  Sugar gliders are exotic pets in the possum family, according to the MSPCA-Angell, the rescue organization that took in 33 of the critters on Thursday, March 30.  A flood of interested adopters applied for the sugar gliders, and by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4 all 33 of the furry creatures had been spoken for.  The small creatures eat a varied diet including fruits, vegetables, insects, and commercial diet.MSPCA-Angell The owner likely surrendered th…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Suffolk MA
News
Boston Proposal Would Fine Pet Shops For Selling Guinea Pigs In Addition To Cats, Dogs Boston Proposal Would Fine Pet Shops For Selling Guinea Pigs In Addition To Cats, Dogs
Boston Proposal Would Fine Pet Shops For Selling Guinea Pigs In Addition To Cats, Dogs Cage-bound pets will get the same protections cats and dogs have if a proposed ordinance passes, according to court documents.  Boston City Councilor Liz Breadon proposed an update to the city's existing humane pet shop ordinance on Wednesday, March 22 that would prohibits the sale guinea pigs in pet shops in addition to existent restrictions on the sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits. The restriction is designed to improve animal welfare by reducing the number of guinea pig surrenders in the Boston area. MSPCA-Angell and Boston Animal Care and Control both reported a dramatic uptick in guine…

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by Morgan Gonzales
Yonkers
News
Pup Thrown Into Storefront Gate In Yonkers Now Up For Adoption Pup Thrown Into Storefront Gate In Yonkers Now Up For Adoption
Pup Thrown Into Storefront Gate In Yonkers Now Up For Adoption City officials in Westchester County are hoping that a 9-month-old puppy that has already experienced much abuse will start a happier next chapter with a new owner.  Earlier Report - Dog Abuser Caught: Suspect Threw Pup Into Storefront Gate In Yonkers, Police Say Maximus, a pit bull puppy who was seen being picked up and thrown into a storefront gate in Yonkers in a video that went viral on social media in late January, is now up for adoption, Yonkers officials said on Friday, Feb. 17.  "Maximus has been through a lot and is looking for a loving home," officials said in a po…

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by Ben Crnic
Suffolk MA
Neighbors
No Valentine's Date? These Massachusetts Animals Are Looking For Love No Valentine's Date? These Massachusetts Animals Are Looking For Love
No Valentine's Date? These Massachusetts Animals Are Looking For Love If you're alone this Valentine's Day, the MSPCA and the Northeast Animal Shelter have some animal companions they say will cure your loneliness.  The groups recently highlighted some of their animals who are in the most need of love and can go home with you today.  Click here to see more photos of the animals.  Mallory, a 6-year-old pit bull terrier mix, has been in a Boston shelter since November. MSPCA-Angell Mallory is a 6-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix who has been in the Boston Adoption Center for more than a month. She arrived at NEAS on December 22, 2022, as part of a transport …

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by Josh Lanier
Monmouth
Police & Fire
Dog Tethered In Below-Freezing Temps For Days Outside Jersey Shore Home Dog Tethered In Below-Freezing Temps For Days Outside Jersey Shore Home
Dog Tethered In Below-Freezing Temps For Days Outside Jersey Shore Home Over the Christmas holiday, a dog was tethered in below-freezing temperatures for days in Monmouth County, authorities said. The owners are facing animal cruelty charges, according to the Monmouth County SPCA. A sweet, senior Rottie named Coco suffered horrible neglect, they said. When the pipes at her former owner's home froze, they allegedly vacated and left Coco outside on a concrete pad, tethered on a short chain and with no food, water or protection from the elements. Coco spent three nights in below-freezing temperatures,  confused and alone. She was discovered by Neptune Townsh…

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by Jon Craig
Essex NJ
Police & Fire
Dog Ditched By Cruel Newark Owner At Iowa Airport: Reports Dog Ditched By Cruel Newark Owner At Iowa Airport: Reports
Dog Ditched By Cruel Newark Owner At Iowa Airport: Reports A 24-year-old Newark man who tied his 1-year-old dog up outside of an Iowa airport then boarded his flight home is facing charges of animal cruelty, according to various news reports and rescue officials. Officials from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa responded to the call of a dog tied up outside of the Des Moines airport on Thursday, Dec. 29, where they found the pup they've since been calling Allie. The dog wasn't allowed on the cross-country flight apparently because her owner, Charles Bigsen, of Newark, didn't know he had to bring his own crate, WKBN says citing police. And so, Bigs…

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by Cecilia Levine
New London
News
4 Kittens Found Abandoned In Freezing Cold, Waterford-East Lyme Animal Control Says 4 Kittens Found Abandoned In Freezing Cold, Waterford-East Lyme Animal Control Says
4 Kittens Found Abandoned In Freezing Cold, Waterford-East Lyme Animal Control Says Four kittens were rescued in Connecticut after they were found abandoned behind a dumpster in the freezing cold. Waterford-East Lyme Animal Control reported receiving the call on the night of Tuesday, Dec. 20, after kittens were found locked in a crate in New London County while it was 34 degrees outside. Animal Control said the kittens did not have any food, water, or anything to help them stay warm. "Luckily someone heard them crying and found them," Animal Control said. The kittens are believed to be about 12 weeks old. Those interested in adopting them can stop by the shelter and fill…

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by Nicole Valinote
Capital District
Politics
'Standing Up For The Voiceless': Officials Hail New NY Law Limiting Pet Sales 'Standing Up For The Voiceless': Officials Hail New NY Law Limiting Pet Sales
'Standing Up For The Voiceless': Officials Hail New NY Law Limiting Pet Sales New Yorkers will soon have fewer options when it comes to finding their next furry friend under a new state law. Earlier report: Sale Of Dogs, Cats, Rabbits In Stores Banned In NY Pet Stores Legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, Dec. 15, bans the sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits at retail pet stores. It will also allow pet stores to charge shelters rent to use their space for adoptions. Hochul’s office said the goal is to end the puppy mill-to-pet store pipeline, where animals often suffer poor veterinary care, malnutrition, and a lack of socialization at the hands of ab…

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by Michael Mashburn
Fort Lee
News
New York Bans Pet Stores From Selling Dogs, Cats, Rabbits New York Bans Pet Stores From Selling Dogs, Cats, Rabbits
New York Bans Pet Stores From Selling Dogs, Cats, Rabbits In an effort to end the "puppy mill pipeline," New York has banned pet stores from selling dogs, cats, and rabbits.  The legislation, which was signed into law on Thursday, Dec. 15, will prohibit the sale of these animals in pet stores across the state and instead encourage them to make space available to show pets up for adoption, according to Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal, a Democrat who represents District 67 in Manhattan.  The ban comes as many pet stores across the nation have stopped selling live animals and have instead turned to selling items that pet owners need …

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains
News
Sale Of Dogs, Cats, Rabbits In Stores Banned In NY Pet Stores Sale Of Dogs, Cats, Rabbits In Stores Banned In NY Pet Stores
Sale Of Dogs, Cats, Rabbits In Stores Banned In NY Pet Stores In an effort to end the "puppy mill pipeline," New York has banned pet stores from selling dogs, cats, and rabbits.  The legislation, which was signed into law on Thursday, Dec. 15, will prohibit the sale of these animals in pet stores across the state and instead encourage them to make space available to show pets up for adoption, according to Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal, a Democrat who represents District 67 in Manhattan.  The ban comes as many pet stores across the nation have stopped selling live animals and have instead turned to selling items that pet owners need …

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by Ben Crnic
Middlesex CT
Business
New Cat Café In Old Saybrook Helps Cuddly Kittens Find Furever Homes New Cat Café In Old Saybrook Helps Cuddly Kittens Find Furever Homes
New Cat Café In Old Saybrook Helps Cuddly Kittens Find Furever Homes The cat's out of the bag when it comes to a new Connecticut café that is already making a huge impression on guests. All the Single Kitties officially opened in Middlesex County with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Nov. 17. The business, located at 242 Main St. in Old Saybrook, is only the second cat café in the state, according to owner Carla Gowrie. Gowrie, who has three cats of her own, said she visited a cat café for the first time four years ago, and she loved the concept. “I thought the whole idea was fantastic," she said. "It was an alternative to a shelter or a pet fi…

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by Nicole Valinote
Montgomery MD
Lifestyle
Doggone Good Deed: Maryland Animal Services Provide Relief For Florida Shelters After Hurricane Doggone Good Deed: Maryland Animal Services Provide Relief For Florida Shelters After Hurricane
Doggone Good Deed: Maryland Animal Services Provide Relief For Florida Shelters After Hurricane Good Samaritans in Maryland are coming to the aid of animal shelters that were flooded out by the impact of Hurricane Ian. The Office of Animal Services’ Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) has welcomed dogs and cats from Florida to help alleviate the stress shelters in Florida are facing in the aftermath of the massive storm. The animals were transported north from Florida on Thursday, Oct. 6, and many are now available for adaptation at MCASAC on Muncaster Mill Road in Derwood as of Monday, Oct. 10. In total, 10 cats and three dogs are now available to find a f…

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by Zak Failla
Suffolk MA
Business
MSPCA, NEAS Waiving Adoption Fees For Rabbits, Guinea Pigs As Cages Fill Up MSPCA, NEAS Waiving Adoption Fees For Rabbits, Guinea Pigs As Cages Fill Up
Mspca, Neas Waiving Adoption Fees For Rabbits, Guinea Pigs As Cages Fill Up An adoption free weekend for small animals is just around the corner! As their shelters reach maximum capacity, the MSPCA-Angell and the Northeast Animal Shelter (NEAS) are waiving adoption fees for rabbits, guinea pigs and birds on Sept. 24-25.  The MSPCA says there are nearly 200 animals in need of new homes at any one of their shelters in Boston, Methuen and Cape Cod as well as at the NEAS's shelter in Salem.  The push for adoption comes as both agencies expect more animals to come through their shelters in the near future.  “Not only are the cages full, but we’re runnin…

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by David Cifarelli
Baltimore
News
Baltimore Animal Rescue Center To Reopen With Increased Security After Armed Robbery Attempt Baltimore Animal Rescue Center To Reopen With Increased Security After Armed Robbery Attempt
Baltimore Animal Rescue Center To Reopen With Increased Security After Armed Robbery Attempt A Baltimore animal rescue will reopen on Thursday morning after being forced to close when an employee was accosted by attempted armed robbers, officials announced. Between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, an employee of the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) was the victim of an attempted armed robbery involving multiple suspects, according to the agency. As a result of the incident - which remains under investigation - BARCS was closed to the public on Wednesday, Sept. 21, and the organization's driveway gates and doors were locked. All intake of animals and public …

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by Zak Failla
Alexandria
Events
FREE Animal Adoptions To Open New PWC Animal Services Center FREE Animal Adoptions To Open New PWC Animal Services Center
Free Animal Adoptions To Open New PWC Animal Services Center The Animals Services Center will offer free animal adoption to the public, as they celebrate their much-needed makeover, officials said.On September 17, officials from Prince William County will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new Animal Services Center, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Guests can take a tour of the new facility, located at 14807 Bristow Road in Manassas, and are invited to adopt animals free of charge, authorities said. The Prince William County Board of Supervisors said that with the county's growing population…

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by AJ Goldbloom
Essex MA
News
26 More Cats From Flood-Ravaged Kentucky Arrive At NEAS In Salem: MSPCA 26 More Cats From Flood-Ravaged Kentucky Arrive At NEAS In Salem: MSPCA
26 More Cats From Flood-Ravaged Kentucky Arrive At Neas In Salem: Mspca About a month after 20 cats were rescued from devastating flooding in Kentucky, the MSPCA-Angell and Northeast Animal Shelter (NEAS) have welcomed another 26 cats to Massachusetts.  The felines were displaced by flooding that started in July as local animal shelters struggled to house the sudden influx of animals. That's where the MSPCA and NEAS saw an opportunity to help the cats find new homes.  “Since our affiliation with NEAS in 2021, we’ve made it a priority to be involved as much as possible in disaster relief," said Mike Keiley, director of adoption centers and programs at the MSPCA…

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by David Cifarelli
Middlesex MA
News
More Than 100 Goats And Jerry The Emu Need 'Special' New Homes, MSPCA Says More Than 100 Goats And Jerry The Emu Need 'Special' New Homes, MSPCA Says
More Than 100 Goats And Jerry The Emu Need 'Special' New Homes, Mspca Says The MSPCA at Nevins Farm in Methuen is calling on some "very special" adopters to find homes for some very special pets.  The organization announced Thursday, Aug. 11 that over 100 goats need new homes after they were rescued from a Dighton property in January.  The goats, along with an adult mustang and emu, were seized after their previous owner failed to pay a $100,000 security that covered caring for animals from cruelty cases, the MSPCA said. The owner, whose identity is not being release, is the subject of an ongoing investigation.   A group of goats at the MSCPA's Nevins Farm in…

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by David Cifarelli
Alexandria
Police & Fire
Animal Lovers Beware Of Petersburg Donation Scam On Facebook Animal Lovers Beware Of Petersburg Donation Scam On Facebook
Animal Lovers Beware Of Petersburg Donation Scam On Facebook Petersburg Animal Care and Control Center recently discovered a scam was going on involving animal care donations, officials said.A Facebook page, "Help the Petersburg Animals" is soliciting money from people and posting pets online that are not currently up for adoption in the Petersburg adoption facility, according to the Petersburg Bureau of Police.  The Animal Care and Control Center, which does not ask for donations online, is not affiliated with this Facebook Page, officials said. The facility and police remind Petersburg residents they can only donate in the shelter, authorities…

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by AJ Goldbloom
Suffolk MA
News
MSPCA Putting In The Hard Work For 4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Lab MSPCA Putting In The Hard Work For 4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Lab
Mspca Putting In The Hard Work For 4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Lab Authorities rescued 4,000 beagles from a Virginia breeding facility, Envigo, last week over reports of horrible living conditions.  The pups lived in cramped spaces with unsanitary conditions and many were mistreated and abused, reports said.  But thanks to the hard work of legislators and animal activists, these dogs have a new 'leash' on life. Now the hard work of finding them new healthy homes begins.  While this won't be an easy task, the MSPCA-Angell and Northeast Animal Shelter are stepping up to do their part.  4,000 beagles were rescued from Envigo, an inhumane breeding facili…

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by Josh Lanier
Alexandria
News
Here's How To Adopt One Of The 4,000 Envigo Beagles Here's How To Adopt One Of The 4,000 Envigo Beagles
Here's How To Adopt One Of The 4,000 Envigo Beagles The Department of Justice recently approved the transfer and adoption of 4,000 beagles from the cruel and inhuman conditions of the Envigo breeding facility in Cumberland. The beagles will be sent to the local Humane Society, where they will receive care and a healthy environment until they are settled in adequate shelters, according to the Virginia Coalition for Beagle Protection. Once they are in those various state shelters, they will be available for adoption into loving, safe forever homes. Keep an eye out for more information from nearby shelters if you're interested in adopting.

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by AJ Goldbloom
Arlington
News
4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Facility Envigo Approved By Judge For Adoption 4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Facility Envigo Approved By Judge For Adoption
4,000 Beagles Rescued From Virginia Research Facility Envigo Approved By Judge For Adoption Thousands of beagles who were mistreated at a Virginia breeding and research facility are one step closer to finding a happy home.  The Department of Justice approved the adoption of 4,000 beagles from Envigo, the company that kept the dogs in horrific conditions while using them for research. Adopted BeagleVirginia Coalition For Beagle Protection Facebook Page This story came to light in 2021, when PETA investigated Envigo for its brutal mistreatment of the animals. Some of the mistreatment PETA observed at Envigo included: Puppies and their mothers sprayed with a high pressured hos…

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by AJ Goldbloom
Essex NJ
News
Abused, Neglected 'Lucky' Rescued By Local Police, Animal Welfare Center In NJ Abused, Neglected 'Lucky' Rescued By Local Police, Animal Welfare Center In NJ
Abused, Neglected 'Lucky' Rescued By Local Police, Animal Welfare Center In NJ An abused and neglected dog found by police investigating a crime on Christmas Eve is fortunate to be alive. So his adoptive name makes perfect sense. Officers from Irvington found the dog they named Lucky so severely injured that a leg had to be amputated. He also was covered in maggots and had dense tangles and knots so severe that "they couldn't even tell what breed he is," said Samantha Miller, the media relations manager for the Humane Rescue Alliance. St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center in Madison took it from there. “Our team was heartbroken to see how much Lucky had suffered," sai…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Worcester
News
100 Cats Who Survived Kentucky Tornado Available To Be Adopted In Massachusetts 100 Cats Who Survived Kentucky Tornado Available To Be Adopted In Massachusetts
100 Cats Who Survived Kentucky Tornado Available To Be Adopted In Massachusetts One hundred cats will soon be up for adoption in Massachusetts after being flown in from Kentucky following the wreckage of the recent tornadoes that tore through the midwest. In an effort to clear space in their shelters for newly-displaced animals, the Kentucky Humane Society in Louisville flew the furry felines into Massachusetts, where some are expected to be available for adoption as soon as Saturday, Dec. 18. 
“Our whole goal is to help empty shelters in crisis, so they can make more room for incoming animals who have been displaced by storms or given up by the owners because the ow…

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by Zak Failla
Chester
News
PA Family's Adopted Dog From Middle East Tests Positive For Rabies PA Family's Adopted Dog From Middle East Tests Positive For Rabies
PA Family's Adopted Dog From Middle East Tests Positive For Rabies The CDC has initiated a multi-state investigation after a Chester County family adopted a dog from the Middle East that was later determined to have a previously eradicated variant of rabies, reports say. The dog was one of 34 animals that were flown from Azerbaijan to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport by an animal rescue group on June 10, CBS reports. The animal had been acting oddly after being placed with its new family in East Whiteland Township and later tested positive for the variant, according to ABC. The 6-month-old mixed breed dog possibly exposed the virus variant —which pr…

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by Valerie Musson