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About 80 dogs rescued in Clay and Union counties amid dog‑fighting investigation

Medium-sized mixed-breed dog with healed scars sitting calmly on a blanket in a shelter kennel while a rescuer offers comfort.

Search and seizure warrants served beginning early on Dec. 10 resulted in the rescue of about 80 dogs from three properties in Clay and Union counties amid a dog‑fighting investigation. Rescuers described widespread scars, untreated injuries and animals kept on heavy chains. Read On…

English Pointer Darby Recovering After Broadhead Arrow Strike During Kansas Hunt

Two-year-old English Pointer resting calmly on a couch, close-up portrait in natural window light

Darby, a two-year-old English Pointer, was struck by a broadhead-tipped arrow while hunting in a public walk-in area north of WaKeeney, Kansas on Saturday. The one dog in a five-person hunting party was assessed and treated by Big Creek Veterinary Services and is recovering after surgery. Read On…

Libra, a 6‑year‑old dog, found abandoned in Shiawassee County ditch; humane society, animal control investigate

Libra, a thin six-year-old dog, resting on a clinic table while a veterinarian examines her

Libra, a six-year-old dog discovered in a ditch in Shiawassee County in November, weighed just 22 pounds and was covered in feces. The Shiawassee Humane Society and a county animal control officer are working with police to find who is responsible. Read On…