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fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

43 primates on the loose in South Carolina town after escaping from research lab

Authorities in Yemassee, SC are advising residents to secure their homes after 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from a research facility.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Pets

Police are looking for owner of pit bull that fatally attacked mini poodle in Santa Monica

Police seek the owner of a pit bull that attacked and killed a poodle in Santa Monica, urging the public to provide information.
The investigation emphasizes potential misdemeanor violations related to dog control.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Mountain lion that attacked boy in Malibu was 1-year-old female

A mountain lion was euthanized after attacking a boy in Malibu, highlighting safety concerns over human-wildlife interactions.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

442 people injured amid steep increase in recorded dog attacks last year

Dog attack injuries in Ireland rose by 44% in 2023, prompting increased safety measures.
New regulations aim to mitigate risks associated with dangerous dog breeds like XL bullies.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
US news

Dozens of monkeys on the loose after escaping research center

43 rhesus monkeys escaped a research facility in South Carolina, prompting police to urge residents to secure their homes and avoid interaction.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
UK news

Urgent police hunt for out of control' XL bully that killed dog and bit woman

A hunt is underway for an XL bully that fatally attacked a dog and injured its owner in Greater Manchester.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

43 primates on the loose in South Carolina town after escaping from research lab

Authorities in Yemassee, SC are advising residents to secure their homes after 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from a research facility.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Pets

Police are looking for owner of pit bull that fatally attacked mini poodle in Santa Monica

Police seek the owner of a pit bull that attacked and killed a poodle in Santa Monica, urging the public to provide information.
The investigation emphasizes potential misdemeanor violations related to dog control.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Mountain lion that attacked boy in Malibu was 1-year-old female

A mountain lion was euthanized after attacking a boy in Malibu, highlighting safety concerns over human-wildlife interactions.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

442 people injured amid steep increase in recorded dog attacks last year

Dog attack injuries in Ireland rose by 44% in 2023, prompting increased safety measures.
New regulations aim to mitigate risks associated with dangerous dog breeds like XL bullies.
fromWashington Post
5 months ago
US news

Dozens of monkeys on the loose after escaping research center

43 rhesus monkeys escaped a research facility in South Carolina, prompting police to urge residents to secure their homes and avoid interaction.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
UK news

Urgent police hunt for out of control' XL bully that killed dog and bit woman

A hunt is underway for an XL bully that fatally attacked a dog and injured its owner in Greater Manchester.
more#public-safety
#investigation
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston food

Encore employees found dog tied to train tracks behind casino, animal control says

A dog was discovered tied to train tracks behind the Encore Boston Harbor casino, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
East Bay food

Viral social media videos bring out East Bay animal control, dogs taken

Animal control authorities are investigating reports of dog abuse in East Bay, with custody taken for further assessment but without determined criminal conduct.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Encore employees found dog tied to train tracks behind casino, animal control says

A dog was discovered tied to train tracks behind the Encore Boston Harbor casino, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
East Bay food

Viral social media videos bring out East Bay animal control, dogs taken

Animal control authorities are investigating reports of dog abuse in East Bay, with custody taken for further assessment but without determined criminal conduct.
more#investigation
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Pets

Barefoot Florida man wrangles 7-foot alligator with trash can in insane video

A Florida man used two trash cans to trap a 7-foot alligator after being called away from Easter dinner.
fromShore News Network
1 week ago
Pets

Schenectady honors animal control officers for frontline work in animal welfare

Schenectady Police Department honors animal control officers for dedication and professionalism in caring for animals during Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago
Pets

Video shows police catch 'really big' turkey terrorizing pharmacy customers in Indiana

A turkey caused chaos at a pharmacy in Indiana, prompting police intervention to safely capture and release it.
#dog-ownership
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK news

'I thought he was going to kill me' - XL bully shot dead after attacking its owner and her partner

Ashton Gillespie still loves the XL bully breed despite her dog's tragic incident.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
London

Police seek dog owner after fatal attack on young deer in royal park

Responsible dog ownership is crucial to wildlife safety in parks.
It is illegal for dogs to chase deer in Richmond Park.
Dog attacks on deer are a recurring issue in the area.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Social worker 'feared for her life' when she was attacked by out of control dog

A social worker was bitten by a dog during a home visit, leading to legal consequences for the dog's owner.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK news

'I thought he was going to kill me' - XL bully shot dead after attacking its owner and her partner

Ashton Gillespie still loves the XL bully breed despite her dog's tragic incident.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
London

Police seek dog owner after fatal attack on young deer in royal park

Responsible dog ownership is crucial to wildlife safety in parks.
It is illegal for dogs to chase deer in Richmond Park.
Dog attacks on deer are a recurring issue in the area.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Social worker 'feared for her life' when she was attacked by out of control dog

A social worker was bitten by a dog during a home visit, leading to legal consequences for the dog's owner.
more#dog-ownership
#rabies
New York Islanders
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island faces rabies warning after 2 raccoons are confirmed to be infected - and disease may be spreading

Rabid raccoons have re-emerged in Amityville, raising health alerts regarding potential spread of rabies.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Rabid bat found on a sidewalk near UC Berkeley

A rabid bat was discovered near UC Berkeley, leading to public health warnings.
Officials stress the importance of avoiding contact with bats to prevent rabies.
fromLI Press
8 months ago
OMG science

Officials: Raccoon, Feral Cat in Valley Stream Test Positive For Rabies

Rabies cases are rising in Nassau County, with two animals testing positive in a concerning trend requiring immediate public health attention.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Raccoon that was the subject of public warnings did have rabies, officials say

A raccoon in Eastham tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to advise people who interacted with it to seek medical advice.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Long Island raccoon tests positive for rabies in latest case to hit area

A raccoon in Suffolk County has tested positive for rabies, marking a significant health concern for the area.
Residents are urged to take steps to protect their pets amidst rising rabies cases.
New York Islanders
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island faces rabies warning after 2 raccoons are confirmed to be infected - and disease may be spreading

Rabid raccoons have re-emerged in Amityville, raising health alerts regarding potential spread of rabies.
fromLI Press
8 months ago
OMG science

Officials: Raccoon, Feral Cat in Valley Stream Test Positive For Rabies

Rabies cases are rising in Nassau County, with two animals testing positive in a concerning trend requiring immediate public health attention.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Raccoon that was the subject of public warnings did have rabies, officials say

A raccoon in Eastham tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials to advise people who interacted with it to seek medical advice.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

Long Island raccoon tests positive for rabies in latest case to hit area

A raccoon in Suffolk County has tested positive for rabies, marking a significant health concern for the area.
Residents are urged to take steps to protect their pets amidst rising rabies cases.
more#rabies
#urban-wildlife
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Coyote captured after slinking into NYC parking garage might be part of Central Park couple

A coyote captured in a parking garage in NYC may be connected to a pair seen in Central Park, but its exact origin is uncertain.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
California

Residents on alert after loose wolf dogs attack pets in Sacramento

A pack of wolf-dog hybrids is loose in Sacramento, attacking domestic animals, prompting urgent action from animal control.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
San Francisco

Coyote stuck in California yard tries to hide. Luckily, it wasn't very good at hiding

A young coyote was successfully rescued by animal control officers after being trapped in a San Francisco yard for several days.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Coyote captured after slinking into NYC parking garage might be part of Central Park couple

A coyote captured in a parking garage in NYC may be connected to a pair seen in Central Park, but its exact origin is uncertain.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
California

Residents on alert after loose wolf dogs attack pets in Sacramento

A pack of wolf-dog hybrids is loose in Sacramento, attacking domestic animals, prompting urgent action from animal control.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
San Francisco

Coyote stuck in California yard tries to hide. Luckily, it wasn't very good at hiding

A young coyote was successfully rescued by animal control officers after being trapped in a San Francisco yard for several days.
more#urban-wildlife
#dog-attack
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Girl, 9, left scarred and is now 'nervous and scared' after attack by banned dog

A nine-year-old girl was severely injured by a banned Pit Bull, resulting in ongoing fear and trauma.
The dog's owner pleaded guilty to owning a dangerous dog, revealing issues with dog management laws.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

Postman hospitalised after 'serious dog attack'

A postal worker was attacked by two dogs while making a delivery, suffering serious injuries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Woman charged with owning fighting dog after man mauled to death in attack

A man in east London has died after being mauled by a dog, leading to criminal charges against the dog's owner.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Pit Bull put down after it attacked Erith student who was trying to save his dog

A Pit Bull was ordered to be destroyed after it attacked a student defending his Labrador.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
New York City

An Oakland man was at the store when dogs killed his friend. Now he's been criminally charged

An Oakland man is charged with a felony after his unsecured dogs killed a friend.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Elderly man's chihuahua has intestines ripped out in horror Bexleyheath dog attack

A pensioner lost one chihuahua and had another injured due to an unprovoked dog attack.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Girl, 9, left scarred and is now 'nervous and scared' after attack by banned dog

A nine-year-old girl was severely injured by a banned Pit Bull, resulting in ongoing fear and trauma.
The dog's owner pleaded guilty to owning a dangerous dog, revealing issues with dog management laws.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

Postman hospitalised after 'serious dog attack'

A postal worker was attacked by two dogs while making a delivery, suffering serious injuries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Woman charged with owning fighting dog after man mauled to death in attack

A man in east London has died after being mauled by a dog, leading to criminal charges against the dog's owner.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Pit Bull put down after it attacked Erith student who was trying to save his dog

A Pit Bull was ordered to be destroyed after it attacked a student defending his Labrador.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
New York City

An Oakland man was at the store when dogs killed his friend. Now he's been criminally charged

An Oakland man is charged with a felony after his unsecured dogs killed a friend.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Elderly man's chihuahua has intestines ripped out in horror Bexleyheath dog attack

A pensioner lost one chihuahua and had another injured due to an unprovoked dog attack.
more#dog-attack
Chicago
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Scottish Highlands bull on the lam in Connecticut for a month: 'People keep spotting it'

A Scottish Highlands bull has been roaming rural Connecticut for over a month, causing concern among locals and its owners.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

NYC couple flees swanky Manhattan pad after being bit by co-op prez's unleashed dog: lawsuit

Residents claim repeated dog attacks by co-op president's pet led to a $2 million lawsuit for injuries and neglect of safety rules.
#pet-safety
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mass. animal control officer kills dog he mistook for a coyote

A pet dog was mistakenly shot by an animal control officer who confused it for a coyote, prompting an investigation into the incident.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Coyotes reportedly kill several dogs in Saugus

Saugus officials warn pet owners of increased coyote encounters, urging vigilance after the death of four dogs in recent attacks.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Mass. animal control officer kills dog he mistook for a coyote

A pet dog was mistakenly shot by an animal control officer who confused it for a coyote, prompting an investigation into the incident.
fromBoston.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Coyotes reportedly kill several dogs in Saugus

Saugus officials warn pet owners of increased coyote encounters, urging vigilance after the death of four dogs in recent attacks.
more#pet-safety
fromwww.dw.com
11 months ago
Chicago Bears

Bears on the prowl in Slovakian towns and villages DW 05/26/2024

Bears caused havoc at a farm in Klacno, highlighting the need for animal control measures.
fromBoston.com
10 months ago
Boston

There's a cow missing in Boston, somehow

Boston Animal Control advises not to subdue loose cow in the city.
fromWashington Post
10 months ago
US news

Runaway dog finally caught: 'Most difficult case I've had in my entire career'

A difficult rescue case involving a scared rescue dog captured after six months highlights the challenges of reuniting pets with owners.
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