Animal Welfare
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San Antonio Animal Care Services seeks foster homes after storm power outages
Power outages have plunged hundreds of San Antonio shelter animals into immediate danger, with kennel temperatures soaring after recent storms.
Animal Humane Society Builds New Clinic to Meet Pet Care Demands
The Animal Humane Society will open a new two-story, 13,000-square-foot pet clinic in Golden Valley, Minnesota, by late 2027.
Sedgwick County animal services budget cuts strain staff and community
Despite 85% of Sedgwick County residents prioritizing animal welfare, county commissioners approved a 5% budget cut for Animal Services, a decision poised to increase stray animal populations and publ
What Are Local Animal Control Services and Why Do They Matter for Community Safety?
In 2005, West Hollywood became the first U.
Corpus Christi area receives $750K for free spay, neuter services
In 2023, Corpus Christi Animal Care Services euthanized 772 animals out of 3,777 brought to the shelter, resulting in a 78% live release rate—the lowest since 2016, according to the Caller .
Bastrop County Animal Services seeks donations for kitten season
Bastrop County Animal Services (BCAS) currently houses 120 kittens, a 50% surge from last month, pushing its limited resources to a critical low, especially for essential kitten milk replacer, accordi
Corpus Christi names Caldwell new animal care director amid instability
In Brownsville, Dr. Antonio Caldwell increased the Live Release Rate for shelter animals from a dire 26% to a remarkable 78% within just 18 months, leading to hundreds more animals finding homes or sa
Dog Park Development: Trends in Size and Space
Since the pandemic, dog park visitation has surged, yet the newest city dog run, Avondale Promenade, offers only 1,000 square feet – a fraction of the 9,000 square feet found at the two-decade-old Erv