Tag: Animal Welfare

  • Española Humane Steps In to Aid Abandoned Puppies

    Española Humane Steps In to Aid Abandoned Puppies

    Española, New Mexico – Española Humane, a local animal shelter, has taken action following a distressing discovery over the weekend: a trash bag filled with puppies was found abandoned on the roadside. A Disturbing Find The incident sparked concern among animal welfare advocates as Mattie Allen, Director of Communications at Española Humane, expressed her disappointment,…

  • Portlanders Dash with Their Dogs for a Cause

    Portlanders Dash with Their Dogs for a Cause

    Portland, Oregon – In the heart of Portland, both humans and their furry companions came together for a charitable endeavor at Waterfront Park, marking the 37th annual Doggie Dash organized by the Oregon Humane Society. A Furry Fun Day for a Worthy Cause On a sunny Saturday morning, the festivities commenced at 7:30 a.m. with…

  • Wilkes Rescue Squad Saves Calf Trapped in Well

    Wilkes Rescue Squad Saves Calf Trapped in Well

    The Wilkes Rescue Squad recently executed a daring rescue operation to save a calf trapped in a well in Wilkes County, North Carolina. Chief David Wyatt of the Wilkes Rescue Squad reported that a farmer, who had been searching for his missing calf for nearly a day, discovered the distressed animal beside the well, prompting…

  • Urgent Call for Foster Homes for Animals in Southern Colorado

    Urgent Call for Foster Homes for Animals in Southern Colorado

    The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is urgently seeking animal lovers in Southern Colorado to open their homes and hearts to foster pets with special needs. Overwhelming Need for Foster Homes The HSPPR recently posted on their Facebook page about the critical situation they are facing. They are receiving approximately two litters…

  • Cat Rescued from Ceiling in Mesa Finds Forever Home

    Cat Rescued from Ceiling in Mesa Finds Forever Home

    SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – A seven-week-old female orange tabby named ‘Nala,’ rescued from a ceiling in Mesa late March, is now ready for adoption, according to officials with the Arizona Humane Society (AHS). AHS received a call about a kitten stuck in the ceiling of a Mesa apartment, prompting a rescue operation on March 31. Crews…

  • Washington County Man Pleads No Contest After Seizure of Dozens of Dogs

    Washington County Man Pleads No Contest After Seizure of Dozens of Dogs

    In a case of alleged animal mistreatment, a West Bend man has pleaded no contest to multiple misdemeanors following the seizure of nearly three dozen dogs from his property. Charges and Plea Russell Quaas, a 68-year-old resident of West Bend, Wisconsin, faced a total of six counts of intentionally mistreating animals, along with additional charges…

  • Chunk of Ice from Sky Damages Shed and Fatally Injures Goat in Eagle Mountain, Utah

    Chunk of Ice from Sky Damages Shed and Fatally Injures Goat in Eagle Mountain, Utah

    A sudden and tragic event unfolded in Eagle Mountain, Utah, as a family experienced the destructive force of a falling chunk of ice from the sky, resulting in significant damage to their property and the loss of a beloved animal. Startling Incident Cassidy Lewis, a resident of Eagle Mountain, recounted the harrowing moment when a…

  • San Antonio City Council to Consider New Dog Control Measures

    San Antonio City Council to Consider New Dog Control Measures

    In response to a tragic incident where a San Antonio resident lost his life to a dog attack last February, District 7 Councilwoman Marina Alderete Gavito is spearheading a series of proposals aimed at addressing the issue of loose and dangerous dogs in the city. TLNA’s continuous coverage of this pressing issue highlights the urgency…

  • Denver Zoo Welcomes Elephant Reunion with Relocation from Houston

    Denver Zoo Welcomes Elephant Reunion with Relocation from Houston

    In a heartwarming reunion, two elephant brothers have been brought together at the Denver Zoo after one was relocated from the Houston Zoo, following a recommendation by The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Baylor’s Journey to Denver Baylor, a 14-year-old elephant named after the Baylor College of Medicine, found his new home at the…

  • Kansas City Woman Released After Conviction for Animal Neglect

    Kansas City Woman Released After Conviction for Animal Neglect

    A Kansas City woman, Savannah Kenny, was released from jail on Sunday following her conviction for animal neglect charges, where she served five days behind bars. Responding to an Animal Emergency In March of 2023, the KC Pet Project’s Animal Services Division received a call regarding a sick animal at a residence on Crystal Avenue.…

  • Family Seeks Answers Following Tragic Loss of Pet Dog at Veterinary Clinic in Humble, Texas

    Family Seeks Answers Following Tragic Loss of Pet Dog at Veterinary Clinic in Humble, Texas

    A heartbreaking incident at the Canyon Lakes Veterinary Clinic in Humble, Texas, has left the Bacon family grieving the loss of their beloved 7-month-old teacup Chihuahua named Akina. The family had taken Akina to the clinic for a routine spaying procedure, expecting her to return home safely. However, their expectations were shattered when they received…

  • Puppy Abandoned in Fresno Parking Lot

    Puppy Abandoned in Fresno Parking Lot

    Heartbreaking footage surfaced capturing the distressing moments when a puppy was left stranded in a parking lot in Fresno, California, as it desperately chased after the departing vehicle. The surveillance video, obtained by The National Desk from the City of Fresno, showcases the heart-wrenching ordeal of the abandoned puppy, now identified as a 5-month-old female…

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