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fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Leaping lizards! Officials warn of water monitor on the loose in Mass. town

A potentially dangerous water monitor lizard is loose in Webster, prompting warnings to residents.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Ball python, several feet long, spotted slithering around Somerville

A large ball python was seen slinking along the road in Somerville, leading to speculation about whether it is an escaped pet. The snake is white with black and brown patches, measuring approximately 3 to 4 feet long.
Pets
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Toronto's growing wildlife problem could get a dedicated response team | CBC News

Toronto city councillors approved exploring a business model for a wildlife response team due to rising animal incidents, including dog and coyote attacks.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Runaway horse safely rescued by Maine troopers after jaunt on I-95

A runaway horse was rescued safely from I-95 in central Maine after multiple witnesses alerted authorities.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago

Woman hospitalized after dog bite at Hialeah home, police say

A 57-year-old woman was hospitalized after being bitten by a dog while working as a caretaker in Hialeah.
Miami
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 weeks ago

Animal Control seizes at least 120 cats from California home

Over 120 cats were seized from a Fullerton home due to welfare concerns, with many suffering from contagious illnesses.
#coyotes
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Day Around the Bay: San Francisco's Map, Explained

Wednesday marked the final day of negotiations over the upcoming fiscal year's budget, with SF Board Supervisors striving to prevent layoffs after intense protests by City Hall employees.
San Francisco
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Live bull spotted running loose around streets of Birmingham

A bull was spotted running loose in Birmingham, sparking surprise and chaos among local pedestrians.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Dog Collar Conundrum

From the moment a dog becomes a pet, the collar is part of her new reality. It is the primary marker that this dog "belongs" to someone: the collar holds ID tags with names, phone numbers, and addresses, and it lets strangers know that a wandering pup isn't lost to the world-just misplaced.
Parenting
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Queens infant's death not caused by dog mauling, medical examiner says

The medical examiner clarified that although the infant had injuries from a dog bite, these occurred post-mortem, indicating the baby did not die from the mauling.
NYC parents
#dog-attack
Pets
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

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.
#kangaroo
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Martha's Vineyard residents speculate after alligator carcass found at nature reserve

An alligator carcass was discovered at Sepiessa Point Reservation in Martha's Vineyard, leading to an investigation by Massachusetts Environmental Police.
San Francisco Giants
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Trio of Baby Raccoons Requires Rescue From Wall at Chase Center

Three baby raccoons trapped at Chase Center were rescued by SF Animal Care and Control after squeezing through wall panels, highlighting urban wildlife concerns.
Pets
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Two Met Police horses injured in attack by dog while out on patrol

A serious incident involving a dog attacked police horses Yvonne and Snaffles during a routine patrol in London.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 months 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.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

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
3 months ago

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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Police reportedly shoot, kill dog while responding to call in Pasadena

Pasadena police shot a dog that allegedly charged at an officer while responding to an incident involving an incoherent woman.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Officer fires gun at 'vicious dog' outside Boston Public Library

A Boston police officer discharged a firearm at a dog outside the Boston Public Library; the dog escaped and was later subdued with a taser.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

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

"We need animal control out here. [The turkey] is chasing the customers. It's a really big turkey," the caller told 911.
Pets
UK news
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'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.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

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.
#dog-attacks
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Problem coyotes should only be killed as last resort, expert panel tells City of Toronto | CBC News

Toronto's coyote management strategies focus on deterrence and public safety, prioritizing non-lethal methods over culling.
#rabies
New York Islanders
fromNew York Post
4 months 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.
fromNew York Post
5 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.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago
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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.
New York Islanders
fromNew York Post
4 months 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.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

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.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Traveler caught concealing live turtle in his pants at Newark Airport

A Pennsylvania man was caught at Newark Airport with a live turtle in his pants, leading to his flight's delay.
fromFlipboard
4 months ago

Woman is stunned to find a herd of cows casually strolling up her driveway | Flipboard

The tragic incident emphasizes the persistent stray animal menace in Rajapur's Naveen Sabzi Mandi, highlighting the dangers posed to vendors and the public.
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Boston
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Quincy animal control officer hospitalized after dog attack

An animal control officer was hospitalized after being attacked by a large off-leash dog in Quincy.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Scottish Highland bull on the loose in Connecticut's rural hill country

A Scottish Highland bull has been roaming free in Kent, Connecticut, prompting local efforts to locate it.
fromNew York Post
5 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

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.
fromBoston.com
8 months ago

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.
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