Explore

Rapid ReadRapid Read
Abandoning Dogs is a Crime in Kentucky, State Law Confirms

Abandoning Dogs is a Crime in Kentucky, State Law Confirms

Abandoning a dog on the side of the road or in other locations is a criminal offense in Kentucky, according to state law. This clarification comes in response to a viewer's 'Good Question' submitted to WKYT. The law, KRS 525.130, categorizes cruelty to animals in the second degree, which includes acts such as causing an animal to fight, beating or torturing it, failing to provide adequate food, and abandonment. This statute applies not only to dogs but to any animal. Recent incidents, including dogs being left at a park and outside a closed humane society, prompted the inquiry, with authorities confirming that individuals involved in such acts are breaking the law.
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Drunk Raccoon Incident Generates $250,000 for Hanover County Animal Control

Drunk Raccoon Incident Generates $250,000 for Hanover County Animal Control

Nearly a year after a raccoon was found intoxicated in a Virginia ABC store, a fundraising campaign inspired by the incident has raised $250,000 for Hanover County Animal Control. The 'Trashed Panda' campaign has generated approximately $280,000 in total through the sale of themed merchandise. These donations will cover over half the cost of new body cameras for animal protection officers, a tool deemed essential for documenting animal cruelty investigations, officer safety, and transparency. Jeffrey Parker, chief of animal protection for Hanover County, expressed gratitude for the community's support, noting that the funds will also be used for shelter improvements, including new animal housing, toys, a temperature-controlled food shed, and a community and pet pantry. The department plans to begin officer training for the body cameras in the coming months, with an initial deployment date set for January 4, 2027.
SB NationSB Nation
Duke Swamps FAU By 22

Duke Swamps FAU By 22

Opponents changed. Duke didn’t.
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Animal Outlook Petitions Maine for Salmon Welfare Rules Amid Industry Scrutiny

Animal Outlook Petitions Maine for Salmon Welfare Rules Amid Industry Scrutiny

Animal Outlook, an animal rights group, has filed a citizen petition with the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry (DACF) to establish salmon welfare standards for the state's aquaculture industry. The petition calls for comprehensive best management practices (BMPs) to protect farmed fish, including zero tolerance for abusive practices, humane handling requirements, mandatory reporting, biosecurity training, and daily welfare monitoring with veterinary oversight. This action follows Animal Outlook's previous complaints regarding alleged animal cruelty at Cooke Aquaculture's Bingham, Maine facility. Cooke Aquaculture, in response, highlighted Animal Outlook's ties to corporations and individuals with vested interests in plant-based vegan manufacturing, noting that the group is linked to VegInvest, a fund supporting seafood analog companies. Cooke Aquaculture also stated that the Maine salmon aquaculture industry is already highly regulated by numerous state and federal agencies and i...
TrendlineTrendline
New Novel 'Serenity Farm' Highlights Hidden Suffering of Farmed Animals and Animal Welfare Advocacy

New Novel 'Serenity Farm' Highlights Hidden Suffering of Farmed Animals and Animal Welfare Advocacy

New Novel 'Serenity Farm' Highlights Hidden Suffering of Farmed Animals and Animal Welfare Advocacy
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Durham County to Host 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration and 'Operation Green Light'

Durham County to Host 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration and 'Operation Green Light'

Durham County is preparing to host its 15th Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 10, at 11 a.m. The event will take place at the County’s Human Services Building in downtown Durham and will feature a live musical performance by the North Carolina National Guard 440th Army Band, a keynote address from Roshanna Humphrey, Director of the Durham County Justice Services Department, and a POW/MIA presentation. The celebration is free and open to the public, with free parking available. Additionally, Durham County is participating in 'Operation Green Light,' a National Association of Counties initiative to raise awareness for military veterans. From November 4 through Veterans Day, November 11, four Durham County buildings—the William V. Bell Building, the Taurus sculpture, the Human Resources Building, and the Durham County Courthouse—will be illuminated in green. Residents and businesses are encouraged to join by switching a porch or window light to green.
TrendlineTrendline
Petco Seeks Animal Care Specialist in Chino, California, Emphasizing Welfare and Customer Experience

Petco Seeks Animal Care Specialist in Chino, California, Emphasizing Welfare and Customer Experience

Petco Seeks Animal Care Specialist in Chino, California, Emphasizing Welfare and Customer Experience
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Animal Advocates Celebrate Election Wins for Pro-Animal Candidates and Ballot Measures in 2026

Animal Advocates Celebrate Election Wins for Pro-Animal Candidates and Ballot Measures in 2026

Animal advocacy groups, including the Humane World for Animals Action Fund and Animal Wellness Action, are celebrating significant victories in the November 3, 2026, elections. These wins encompass the re-election of pro-animal candidates at federal and state levels, as well as the passage of key ballot measures. Notably, Colorado Amendment 83, a 'right-to-hunt' initiative, was defeated despite being outspent by opponents. The Humane World for Animals Action Fund highlighted the re-election of U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) for his opposition to efforts blocking state animal protection legislation, and U.S. Representative Jim McGovern (D-MA) for his leadership on the Puppy Protection Act (H.R. 2253). Additionally, the election results in Pennsylvania have potentially cleared the way for a ban on pigeon shoots. Several candidates who opposed animal welfare legislation were also defeated, including Ashley Hinson, Tom Tiffany, Derrick Van Orden, and Rob Bresnahan.
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Los Angeles City Attorney Sues Wagmor Pets Over Alleged 'Puppy Laundering' Scheme

Los Angeles City Attorney Sues Wagmor Pets Over Alleged 'Puppy Laundering' Scheme

Wagmor Pets, a California-based dog rescue, and its owner, Melissa Bacelar, are facing a lawsuit from the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office. The lawsuit alleges that Bacelar operated an 'illegal commercial enterprise' by purchasing dogs from breeders and puppy mills and subsequently reselling them as rescues to unsuspecting individuals. City prosecutors claim that 'hundreds if not thousands of dogs' were bought and resold, with 'adoption fees' reaching up to $1,500. This alleged scheme is described as 'puppy laundering,' a practice where commercially bred puppies, including those from puppy mills, are marketed as rescued animals. The complaint cites violations of California's Unfair Competition Law and the Los Angeles Municipal Code, which includes laws prohibiting pet stores from selling live dogs and dog brokers from selling puppies. The lawsuit also names Wylder's Holistic Pet Center Inc. and Doho House LLC, two other companies run by Bacelar from the same address.
The DodoThe Dodo
Bengal Kitten Purchased For His Looks Ends Up At Shelter For Being Too Energetic

Bengal Kitten Purchased For His Looks Ends Up At Shelter For Being Too Energetic

When Jax was just a kitten, he was bought from a breeder for one reason: his looks.
1Weather1Weather
Durham Faces Severe Water Shortage Amid Persistent Drought

Durham Faces Severe Water Shortage Amid Persistent Drought

Durham, North Carolina, is grappling with a severe water shortage as drought conditions persist. The city’s two primary reservoirs, Lake Michie and Little River Reservoir, are at just 31% of their combined storage capacity. Lake Michie is 12.71 feet below its full level, while Little River Reservoir is 19.08 feet below its maximum. With only 81 days of water supply remaining, Durham is supplementing its resources through additional sources like Teer Quarry and Jordan Lake. The city is also purchasing treated water from Cary and the Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA). Officials are closely monitoring conditions that could trigger Stage 3 water restrictions, which would be implemented if forecasts indicate a 10% chance of reservoir levels dropping to 25% within eight weeks. Rain is forecast in the coming days, which may provide some relief.
TrendlineTrendline
Millie Bobby Brown Transforms Georgia Farm into Dog Rescue, Aids Over 250 Dogs

Millie Bobby Brown Transforms Georgia Farm into Dog Rescue, Aids Over 250 Dogs

Millie Bobby Brown Transforms Georgia Farm into Dog Rescue, Aids Over 250 Dogs