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‘Big dog adopters, we need you’: Montgomery Co. shelter reaches ‘critical capacity’
4+ hour, 54+ min ago (302+ words) March 7, 2026, 12:51 PM The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center is urgently asking residents to adopt or foster dogs after the shelter exceeded its max capacity this week. Officials say the center in Maryland has taken in a surge of…...
Meet Prince, a gentle 10-year-old Siamese cat
4+ day, 6+ hour ago (130+ words) LOCAL ALERT: State Dept. employee fatally shot by Va. trooper after stabbings on I-495, spokesperson says Kelly Whittier, Humane Rescue Alliance March 3, 2026, 11:06 AM Prince is a strikingly handsome Siamese senior who is ready to find a loving home. He's a gentle,…...
Pet sounds: Why some dog owners share music with their 4-legged friends
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (856+ words) January 31, 2026, 2:14 AM People use music to set moods, create a desired atmosphere and evoke memories of family and friends. The right song at the right time can have similar effects for some dogs. Pet owners, trainers and animal shelter workers…...
Meet Indiana, a wonderful cat with a gentle, charming presence
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (101+ words) Kelly Whittier, Humane Rescue Alliance January 6, 2026, 8:43 AM Just over a year old and nearly 10 pounds, Indiana may not have the last name Jones, but he's absolutely ready for his next great adventure " finding a loving home of his own. This…...
Meet Violet, a beautiful and gorgeous cat
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (148+ words) SPOTLIGHT IN 2025: From the Great 8's goal chase to the Spirit's playoff run, what are the top DC sports stories of 2025 Kelly Whittier, Humane Rescue Alliance December 30, 2025, 9:36 AM Violet is a beautiful 2-year-old cat who is ready for her next…...
Hawaii’s Big Island bans feeding feral cats in an effort to help endangered native species
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (856+ words) December 26, 2025, 12:06 AM A Hawaii County law set to take effect at the start of the new year bans feeding feral animals on county property. It's an effort to protect native species, such as an endangered goose called the nene, from…...
Why a pet as a holiday gift can be a good idea, if done properly
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (1153+ words) Jos" Uma'a | [email protected] December 20, 2025, 4:42 AM During the holidays, some families may consider adding a new family member and bringing home a pet as a gift for their loved ones. But is it a good idea? Tiffany Cotton, chief operating officer…...
Meet Panther, a large black cat with a fun-loving personality
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (113+ words) Kelly Whittier, Humane Rescue Alliance December 16, 2025, 8:41 AM Panther is a beautiful, large black cat with stunning yellow eyes and a playful, fun-loving personality. This 1-year-old, 10-pound sweetheart is full of energy and ready to charm anyone who meets him. Panther…...
When a Lowe’s store cat disappeared, staff pulled out all the stops to find her
3+ mon, 1+ day ago (395+ words) December 5, 2025, 8:05 PM " Watch Video: Lowe's employees go above and beyond to find beloved cat that disappeared onto freight truck Richmond, Virginia " At a Lowe's in Richmond, Virginia, store manager Mike Sida has always had a favorite employee: Francine the cat....
Meet Quincy, an orange cat on the prowl for TLC
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (133+ words) Kelly Whittier, Humane Rescue Alliance November 25, 2025, 9:30 AM Quincy, with his signature chubby cheeks, is searching for a loving home. This sweet, people-focused 1-year-old feline recently had corrective surgery for entropion, a condition where the eyelids roll inward. While he may…...