Animal cruelty
Thirty Dogs, Cats Found Dead in Cages in Animal Rescue CEO's Home: Police
"It's appalling and it's heartbreaking," said a sheriff. "This is someone who was entrusted by the community to care for these animals."
Kitten Indulging in Cup of Whipped Cream Delights Internet: 'No Regrets'
Footage of the black cat drenched in dairy sparked delight among pet fans—but not everyone was impressed.
Four Dogs Die After Being Left in Car During Woman's Lunch Stop: Police
Police say the woman left a Goldendoodle, two 12-week-old Goldendoodle puppies, and a two year old Boxer in the car.
Maryland Vet Who Went to Ukraine To Rescue Pets Sees 'Barbaric Cruelty'
Krista Magnifico spent weeks with Ukrainian animal rescue shelter, Breaking the Chains, treating animals found injured and abandoned amid the war.
Disabled Veteran Gives Mouth-to-Mouth to Loyal Support Dog Shot With Arrow
The owner said his Great Pyrenees appeared with the injury while roaming his Alabama mini farm.
Puppy Found With Hair Tie Around Mouth So Tight It Cut 'Down to the Bone'
Tiffany received emergency treatment for her injuries and is now being fostered by the "good Samaritans" who found her.
'Smell the Stench:' Friend Backed for Reporting Mom Over Feared Pet Neglect
"I hope she's banned for life from owning a pet in the future," one user commented.
Who is James Cromwell? Actor Glues Himself to Starbucks Counter in Protest
Cromwell denounced Starbucks' up-charge for vegan milk, calling the issue harmful to the environment and discriminatory towards certain customers.
Decapitated Animals Keep Getting Dumped at Neighborhood Intersection
The bodies of a headless chicken and goat were found at an intersection in Houston, Texas.
Woman Rescues Pigeon on a Night Out in Heartwarming Video—'He Chose You'
"You are now a Disney princess," said one viewer after seeing the pigeon sitting on the woman's shoulder.
Killing Excess Lab Animals Could One Day Be Considered a Crime in Germany
Huge numbers of "excess" animals, which are never used in experiments, are killed in the process of breeding creatures for medical research.
Abandoned and Malnourished Dog Dies After Being Found Behind Ohio Walmart
"Rest in Peace sweet Sunny. We wish we could have got to you sooner," the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County said.
Canine Trainer Fatally Shot Dogs That Didn't Respond to Training: Police
The facility's manager was accused of abusing numerous puppies and dogs as well as having them shot when they were no longer deemed "viable for the business."
Horrific YouTube Video Shows People Laughing as Man Kicks Cat Into the Sea
The video shows a man in Greece luring two cats to the edge of the water with a piece of food, and kicking one into the sea.
Corrections Officer Charged With Killing Beloved Tattoo Shop Rooster
"We're devastated and heartbroken," Christina Jackson, manager of Twisted Anchor Tattoo, said Friday to Newsweek.
Rescue Cat 'Thanks' Vet for Looking After Her in Heartwarming Video
Lovebug came into the vet's covered in open wounds—but as the clip shows, she never lost her affectionate spirit.
Endangered Brown Bear Beaten to Death After Being Restrained With a Tractor
One man has been arrested after the bear was trapped under the wheel of a tractor and tied to an earth mover.
Florida Dog Found With Knife Stuck in Back Has Been Put Down
According to one website, each year over 10 million animals are killed in the U.S. alone as the result of abuse, with one animal suffering abuse each minute.
Photos Show Crow Killed by Illegal Blow Gun in Texas
The bird was found critically injured in Arlington, with the blow dart still lodged in its back.
Dog Sitter Caught on Video Allegedly Punching a Puppy Arrested: Police
According to police, the dog sitter cooperated and has since been processed with one count of animal cruelty inflicting injury.
'Loving' Dog Gets New Home Just Hours Before He Was Due To Be Put Down
The dog was described as being a "very affectionate and loving boy" that "expects gentle and respectful attention."
Woman Jailed for 10 Days After Zip-Tying Dog's Legs So Tight Bones Showed
A judge also banned the 36-year-old from owning, possessing or training any animals for a period of four years.
Watch Buddy the Cat Loving Life and on Road to Recovery After Dog Mauling
Gillian Kocher, a spokesperson for Pennsylvania SPCA, told Newsweek that Buddy is doing "so great" in foster care.
Videos Shows 282 Dogs, Some Destined for Meat Trade, Being Rescued in China
Conditions were so poor on the truck carrying the dogs that 12 puppies had died by the time it was intercepted by local police and activists.
Wild Animals Shot With Air Rifle Rescued by Zoo: 'Extremely Saddening'
One of the animals that the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital—an osprey—had to be humanely euthanized after being admitted due to the extent of its injuries.
Cat Found With Taped Paws, Mouth Superglued Shut and Bloody Eyes Rescued
"It was insane. It was the most awful thing we could've ever found," Anna Stanton said after finding the cat near an interstate highway.
Ring Doorbell Video of Dog Being Kicked, Slammed Onto Sidewalk Sparks Probe
The footage showed the hooded individual picking up the dog and slamming it into the ground before kicking it shortly after.
Dog Walker Jailed for Killing Dogs by Leaving Them in Hot Car
Christine Carpenter, 55, from Ringwood, southwest England, abandoned two spaniels that she was paid to walk in the trunk of her car on July 21, 2021.
Bludgeoned Raccoons Among Animals Victims of Trappers: 'Shocking Brutality'
An undercover investigation revealed animals are killed in cruel ways, by using blunt objects and traps.
Renters Find 'One of the Worst Animal Cruelty Cases' in Owner's Locked Room
The tenants made the discovery while cleaning the out-of-bounds area of the house, and deciding to break the padlock.