Quill, a dog at the Roice-Hurst Humane Society in Grand Junction, Colo., arrived covered in porcupine quills and is now available for adoption through Dec. 14 as part of the Bissell Pet Foundation Holiday Hope Special. Read On…
Denver, a 2-year-old terrier lab mix, is featured as Dog of the Week at the Muskingum County K-9 Adoption Center in Zanesville, Ohio. Volunteers say he is kid- and dog-friendly, keeps a clean kennel and enjoyed meeting families at a recent community event. Read On…
On Dec. 13, 2025, ten Missoula Police Department officers traded patrol duties for shelter work, spending eight hours washing kennels, feeding cats, walking dogs and helping prepare animals for adoption ahead of the holidays. Read On…
Michelle Casey of the Central Missouri Humane Society in Columbia offered practical guidance for new dog owners adopting during the holiday season, urging calm introductions, consistent routines and preparedness. Read On…
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals estimates about 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters annually, and The Arizona Republic is spotlighting adoptable pets in the Valley amid continuing capacity pressures. Read On…
A young dog called Tangi was discovered inside a taped box outside the Pennsylvania SPCA headquarters in Juniata Park on Tuesday morning. Staff say the animal is healthy, frightened and will be available for adoption after a brief stray hold. Read On…
A one-year-old poodle mix named Maximus is available for adoption in Sarasota, Fla., after four weeks in foster care recovering from an injury. Rescue volunteers say his compact size and sunny temperament make him a good fit for condo living. Read On…
Furry Friends, working with Humane World for Animals and local law enforcement, removed 80 dogs and puppies from a suspected dogfighting operation in North Florida on Wednesday and transported them to a secure facility for recovery. Read On…
Gavin Rossdale will use a new social campaign, '12 Days of Dogmas,' beginning Dec. 10 to highlight adoptable shelter dogs in partnership with Best Friends Animal Society and PETA. Read On…
Evanescence, a serene five-year-old dilute calico cat, and Wonder, a four-year-old dog who recovered from poor condition with the help of Puppies for Parole, are both ready for new homes. Read On…