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Tips from PACC on how to keep pets safe during New Year's celebrations in Tucson

December 27, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - New Year's celebrations are approaching, and that means fireworks will light up the night sky. As Tucsonans prepare for the festivities, the Pima Animal Care Center

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Memphis Street Animal Rescue holds massive sale to begin raising funds to replace stolen trailer

December 27, 2025

Memphis Street Animal Rescue's store Thrift and Paw held a massive sale to begin raising the funds needed to replace a stolen trailer.

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KC Pet Project waives pet adoption fees through Dec. 31

December 26, 2025

For anyone looking to add a furry friend to their family before the year is up, the KC Pet Project's latest adoption special might offer the perfect opportunity.

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Unleash the Fun: San Diego's Rancho Coastal Humane Society Hosts Adults-Only Animal Camp with Wine a

December 26, 2025

San Diego's Rancho Coastal Humane Society hosts an Adults-Only Animal Camp featuring puppy yoga, wine, and trivia.

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Texas Humane Legislation Network has pushed to improve animal welfare laws for 50 years

December 26, 2025

As the Texas Humane Legislation Network reached its 50th anniversary this year, The Dallas Morning News spoke with founder Cile Holloway and executive...

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Increase in 'desirable' dog breeds at San Diego humane society

December 25, 2025

SAN DIEGO – With 2025 coming to an end, San Diego Humane Society is releasing an overview of the most common dog breeds entering its doors this past year, and there are some surprises. In 2025, the organization saw an increase in breeds that are considered highly desirable, including French bulldogs, pugs, Maltese, maltipoos and shih tzus. Out of...

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Nearly 40 dogs — some used for fighting — rescued from Arkansas neighborhood, police say

December 25, 2025

Nearly 40 dogs were recused this week from two homes in the same Arkansas neighborhood, police said.

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Kansas City shelter dogs get Christmas Eve burgers at KC Pet Project

December 25, 2025

Shelter dogs at KC Pet Project in Kansas City enjoyed a Christmas Eve surprise as animal advocate Scott Poore delivered 200 hamburgers, continuing a decade-long holiday tradition.

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Tucson's PACC offers tips on how to protect your furry friends this Christmas

December 24, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - The festive spirit of the holidays brings joy and cheer, but it also brings hidden dangers for our furry friends. The Pima Animal Care Center (PACC)

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N.C. animal shelter suggests doing research before giving pets as gifts

December 24, 2025

Every year thousands of pets are given as holiday gifts, but some get returned to shelters.

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Facility expansion means more space, greater comfort for sheltered animals - The Champion Newspaper

December 24, 2025

DeKalb County officials joined animal lovers Dec. 17 for the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly

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Riverside County reports fewer shelter animals euthanized in 2025

December 24, 2025

Pet adoptions rose 5 percentage points for dogs and 8 percentage points for cats, the county reported.

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RivCo Animal Services reports major lifesaving gains in latest quarterly report

December 24, 2025

Riverside, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS), along with Outcomes for Pets Consulting Group, released its data from January through September 2025 for the county-wide animal sheltering system. RCDAS Q3 Report_Jan-Sep_12.22Download The data covers an important period in the county's shelter system as it continues to work to solve its overcrowding issue

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Lady Freethinker Funds Lifesaving Care for Street Dogs in India’s Underserved Communities

December 23, 2025

Editorial Note: This is part of a series that profiles the recipients of Lady Freethinker's Urgent Need Fund 2025 grant program. The program was created to support nonprofit organizations involved in animal rescue and care, as well as those that promote better animal treatment. If you're interested in learning more about the program, click here. In Jaipur, India, Help in Suffering (HIS) is getting a new animal ambulance — made possible by a $10,000 Urgent Need Fund grant from Lady Freethinker — that will allow the organization to sterilize and vaccinate street dogs in rural communities with large stray dog

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Protect your pets during the cold weather

December 23, 2025

People aren’t the only ones dealing with the chilly temps this time of year, our four-legged friends are too.

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Pets of the Week

December 23, 2025

Anyone interested in adopting this week’s featured pets can make an appointment to meet them at Pasco County Animal Services, 19640 Dogpatch Lane, Land O’Lakes, by calling 813-929-1212 or going

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Oakland County Animal Shelter Launches New Dog Licensing Program

December 23, 2025

It’s being done in partnership with a pet registration and lost-pet recovery service.

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Meet Grizzy, a cuddly Pittie mix puppy who’s seen some hard times

December 23, 2025

When the 7-month-old Pittie mix first came to us through Humane Law Enforcement, we weren’t sure if she’d even be able to walk.

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Meet Ichabod, a floofy white pup with inquisitive eyes

December 23, 2025

At 10 pounds, this 1-year-old loves searching for toys and tennis balls, and his playful curiosity is absolutely adorable.

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North Texas Animal Welfare Groups Unite for Silent Night Foster Campaign

December 23, 2025

North Texas animal welfare groups launch Silent Night foster campaign, helping nearly 300 pets find temporary homes this holiday.

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Denver Animal Shelter Saw a Record Number of Pets Surrendered in 2025

December 22, 2025

Over 2,800 pets were left at the pound by their owners this year — the most surrenders in at least two decades.

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Fulton County overhauls animal control, shelter operations

December 22, 2025

The Police Department will now be responsible for animal control enforcement and responding to calls.

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USPCA expands support for pet owners experiencing poverty

December 20, 2025

The charity provides almost 8,000 pet parcels a week with food, blankets, basic care items and toys.

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USPCA expands support for pet owners experiencing poverty

December 20, 2025

The charity provides almost 8,000 pet parcels a week with food, blankets, basic care items and toys.An animal charity is celebrating after receiving funding ...

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Free pet vaccine clinic available for South L.A. residents

December 20, 2025

Attention pet owners: a free vaccine clinic for dogs and cats is scheduled for Saturday morning in South Los Angeles, offering a limited-time opportunity for residents to get their animals vaccinat