Tag: Animal Welfare
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Jacksonville Woman Sentenced for Animal Crush Video Conspiracy
A Jacksonville woman, Nicole DeVilbiss, 35, has been sentenced to four years and three months in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy related to the creation and distribution of animal crush videos. The sentencing marks the culmination of a disturbing case that shed light on a dark online underworld involving the torture of animals…
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Louisville’s KHS Urges Support for Over 200 Kittens
Louisville, Ky. – The Kentucky Humane Society (KHS) is reaching out to the local community for assistance in supporting over 200 kittens currently in their care. KHS is launching a donation drive titled Stuff the Van at their Sam Swope Pet TLC located on 241 Steedy Drive. The event will run from June 14 to…
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Suspect Identified in Las Vegas Dog Deaths Incident
Las Vegas, Nev. – Las Vegas Metropolitan Police have identified Christopher Robin Winter, 53, as the suspect facing serious charges after six dead dogs were discovered in a hot moving truck. Winter faces six felony counts related to animal cruelty following the disturbing incident in a Las Vegas-area hospital parking lot. Details Unveiled in Court…
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Animal Shelter Faces Critical Overcrowding in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The Animal Foundation in Las Vegas is grappling with a dire situation as they have taken in nearly 1000 animals since the start of the month. The influx has pushed the shelter to its limits, with makeshift housing arrangements set up to accommodate the overflow of animals. A Desperate Situation The…
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Suspect Identified in Las Vegas Dog Cruelty Case
Las Vegas, Nev. – Las Vegas Metropolitan Police have identified Christopher Robin Winter, 53, as the suspect involved in the alleged cruelty case where six dead dogs were found in a hot moving truck. Winter faces six felony counts related to the willful and malicious torture or killing of animals, as detailed in court and…
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Update on Animals Seized in Las Vegas Truck Incident
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – The Animal Foundation provides updates on animals rescued from a parked truck incident at Mountain View Hospital, detailed by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a call at Mountain View Hospital’s parking lot around 3 p.m. regarding a dog locked in a U-Haul truck. Upon…
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San Francisco Moves Forward with Panda Enclosure Plan
San Francisco’s aspiration to house pandas in its zoo takes a significant step forward as the Board of Supervisors approves the mayor’s initiative to solicit private funding for a new enclosure. However, dissenting voices express reservations about the feasibility and ethics of the plan. Mayor’s Panda Proposal Gains Traction Mayor London Breed’s proposal to bring…
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Los Angeles Animal Shelter Implements Policy Changes After Attack
In a recent incident at a Los Angeles animal shelter, a kennel supervisor was seriously injured by a Pit bull mix, prompting adjustments to shelter policies and procedures. Changes in Shelter Policies Staycee Dains, the general manager of Los Angeles Animal Services (LAAS), announced during a board meeting that the city will retire its red…
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Lakeland Home Fire Claims One Dog, Paramedic Saves Another
A devastating fire broke out early Tuesday morning in Lakeland, Tennessee, resulting in the loss of one beloved pet, while another was miraculously revived by a quick-thinking paramedic. Fire Breaks Out in Lakeland Home The Shelby County Fire Department (SCFD) rushed to the scene on the 9300 block of Old Brownsville Road in Lakeland shortly…
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El Paso Animal Services Expands to Morehead Middle School
El Paso Animal Services is gearing up to open its latest adoption facility at Morehead Middle School in early July, marking a significant expansion for the department. Adan Parra, the operations manager for El Paso Animal Services, unveiled the plans during a presentation to the City Council on Monday. This move signifies the city’s commitment…
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Golden Gate Fields Closure Met with Mixed Emotions
Golden Gate Fields, a historic horse racing venue in Albany, California, is preparing to host its final races this weekend. While some celebrate the closure as a victory for animal rights, others lament the end of an era in the region’s sporting history. Advocates Express Concerns Samantha Faye, a horse rider and trainer whose family…
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Tragic Hot Car Incident Leaves Dog Dead in Virginia
In a tragic incident, one dog perished while another managed to survive after being left in a sweltering car on Wednesday afternoon in Virginia Beach. Owner Charged with Animal Cruelty Olga Mendoza, the owner of the deceased dog, now faces two misdemeanor charges of animal cruelty, according to the Virginia Beach Police. Scene of the…
