Pets and Animals

Parvo outbreak pauses animal intakes at Habersham County Animal Shelter

February 26, 2026 8:49pm EST

The Habersham County Animal Shelter has temporarily paused non-emergency animal intakes after nearly a dozen puppies surrendered tested positive for parvovirus.

Rabies case confirmed in downtown Helen

February 26, 2026 7:38pm EST

A stray cat in downtown Helen marks White County's first confirmed rabies case of the year.

Urgent warning about overcrowding at DeKalb County animal shelter

February 25, 2026 4:38pm EST

The animal shelter in DeKalb County is putting out an urgent warning that the facility is overcrowded.

Dog treats recalled in multiple states over possible salmonella contamination, FDA says

February 25, 2026 10:28am EST

The Food and Drug Administration said the latest recall covers Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs sold in several states, including Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.

Congressman Randy Fine brings his dad’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to State of the Union amid backlash over X post

February 24, 2026 10:19pm EST

Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) brought his father’s seeing-eye-dog Sadie to the State of the Union after he received criticism for a post he made last week on X post about choosing "between dogs and Muslims."

70 dogs face Friday euthanasia deadline at overcrowded North Georgia shelter

February 23, 2026 3:48pm EST

Over 70 dogs face euthanasia by Friday unless licensed rescues provide immediate placement commitments.

Left behind at Las Vegas airport, dog ‘JetBlue’ now has a forever home

February 21, 2026 4:09pm EST

A dog that was tied to a baggage sizer and abandoned at a Las Vegas airport earlier this month has found a new home with the police officer who helped rescue him.

Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth

February 20, 2026 1:01pm EST

Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.

Photos: Wolfdog joins race, crosses finish line at Olympic ski event

February 19, 2026 9:56am EST

A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazghul was on a walk with its owner when it escaped onto an Olympic race course and joined the women’s cross-country skiing team sprint.

Dog found tied, abandoned at Las Vegas airport; owner arrested at gate

February 18, 2026 5:53pm EST

A woman was arrested at Harry Reid International Airport on Feb. 2 after allegedly tying her dog to a baggage sizer at a JetBlue ticket counter and leaving it.

Multi-agency federal effort cracking down on abusive dog breeders and dogfighting rings

February 18, 2026 2:25pm EST

A coordinated effort among multiple federal agencies is targeting repeat dog welfare violators to ensure compliance with the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and hold them accountable.

Clayton County workers injured in pit bull attack

February 18, 2026 6:54am EST

Two animal control workers are recovering from significant injuries following an attack by a pit bull at Clayton County Animal Control.