TORONTO — In past autumns, when Jocelyn Rutgers tried to enjoy the extra hour of sleep offered by the end of daylight time, her cat would hold firm to his daily regimen and demand to be fed as usual. “My cat in particular is extremely routine-based and likes to be fed at his preferred times,” […]
Proposals for new Devon college animal care centre
Petroc College wants to create new animal care centre A Devon college wants to demolish some of its run-down buildings and construct a new animal care centre at its main campus. Animal care courses at Petroc College have recently been held in mobile classrooms and timber storage sheds, said agents for the applicants Woodward Smith […]
Beagles arrive on Capitol Hill in support of Better CARE for Animals Act
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block This week, we had the pleasure of gathering with beagles and lawmakers on Capitol Hill to show our support for a promising new bill that would usher in a new era of animal protection at the federal level in the U.S. The Better Collaboration, Accountability, and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) […]
Indianapolis Animal Care Services problems could have election impact
INDIANAPOLIS — Crime, public safety and our economy continue to be top issues for Marion County voters as they look at the upcoming elections and race for Indianapolis mayor. But after our investigation on Indianapolis Animal Care Services aired, our viewers asked us to dive deeper into animal welfare and how the candidates plan to […]
Norfolk Animal Care Center asking for pet pantry donations
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The Norfolk Animal Care Center is need of another round of donations to its pet pantry. “Last time our pet pantry was empty our community really came together to help eachother out. It has now been 3 months and we’ve given out alonst all of the donations you have previous sent […]
Corpus Christi Animal Care Services will soon receive a full assessment of its operations
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The City of Corpus Christi has plans for a full assessment of Corpus Christi Animal Care Services. It is to determine how CCACS operates, which is now a stand-alone department. Officials said the assessment is expected to take six months and provides an outside perspective. Joel Skidmore, CCACS program manager, said […]
What Ancient Goat Teeth Reveal About Animal Care
It gradually grew into an urban hub with strong connections to the larger political entities of Elam and Mesopotamia farther west. The residents made and exported elaborately carved stone vessels, which have been found thousands of miles from Tepe Yahya. By 4,500 years ago, the once small, secluded village had more expansive farmlands, bustling craft […]
If passed, city budget would increase funding for Animal Care Services amid concern over dog bites
$26 million of the FY 2024 city budget could be allocated to Animal Care Services (ACS) if approved next week. That’s a 26% increase in funding from last year. SAN ANTONIO — A man was rushed into emergency surgery, then a toddler was bitten on the face. Both were victims of two separate dog attacks […]
Mistreated exotic animals highlight the need for ‘Better CARE’ law
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block The mistreatment of animals is a matter of injustice, and so it’s only fitting that the U.S. Department of Justice stepped in to stop cruelty at Even Keel Exotics in Temperance, Michigan. The DOJ’s recent resolution of a complaint against the facility’s owner, animal dealer Zachery Keeler, resulted in […]
Donate toward Island Animal Haven Sanctuary’s animal care through Fair Giving
Donate toward Island Animal Haven Sanctuary’s animal care through Fair Giving Contributed photo by Island Animal Haven Sanctuary Venus is in need of dental care. Submitted by Island Animal Haven Sanctuary. Venus, our 32-year-old Icelandic horse (pictured at right), needs dental work and blood tests done before winter. Rayon and Oreo, our seven-year-old goats, require […]