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HARRISBURG, PA — With winter’s chill settling across Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s Animal Cruelty Unit are urging pet owners to comply with state …
Winter Warning for Pet Owners: PSP Highlights Legal Risks of Animal Neglect in Freezing Temps Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has signed into law Act 146 of 2024, a bipartisan measure that amends the state’s Protection from Abuse Act to safeguard pets threatened in …
Landmark Legislation Expands Protections for Pets in Pennsylvania Domestic Violence Cases Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant legislative achievement, Pennsylvania lawmakers recently approved HB1210, a pioneering bill that enables the inclusion of companion animals in “Protection From Abuse” orders. This groundbreaking …
Paws of Justice: Pennsylvania’s New Bill Shields Pets from Abuse and Empowers Survivors Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued warning letters to two Chinese nonclinical testing laboratories. The letters, sent to Mid-Link Testing Company Ltd. in Tianjin …
Lab Scandal Explodes: FDA Exposes Shocking Data Breaches and Animal Abuse at Chinese Testing Facilities! Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Manayunk Development Corporation is set to honor the region’s pets through a month-long celebration for Manayunk Pet Month and National Dog Month. Each Thursday in August, the …
Manayunk Celebrates National Dog Month with Pet-Friendly Events Read More
DOVER, DE — As spring blooms in Delaware, wildlife watchers are likely to encounter young animals, particularly deer fawns, that may seem abandoned. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental …
Delaware Wildlife Officials Urge Public to Leave Young Animals Alone Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In recognition of her efforts to advance animal welfare legislation, State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, has been awarded the prestigious Humane Legislator of the Year by The …
Pennsylvania State Rep. Melissa Shusterman Honored as Humane Legislator of the Year Read More
BROOKHAVEN, PA — Residents of Brookhaven and surrounding areas are in for a treat as Senator John I. Kane and Representative Leanne Krueger gear up to host a community-oriented Pet …
Brookhaven to Host Pet Expo with Free Vaccines and Microchipping Read More
LANCASTER, PA — Two Lancaster County denizens found themselves in the churn of the legal system this week as they faced serious allegations of animal cruelty. On Thursday, the Pennsylvania …
Lancaster County Duo Faces Grave Allegations of Animal Cruelty; Pennsylvania SPCA Takes Action Read More
DOYLESTOWN, PA — A 21-year-old Chester County man is facing felony animal fighting charges following the discovery of an alleged large-scale cockfighting operation in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. According to local …
Bucks County Cockfighting Ring Exposed, Prompts Calls for Stricter Federal Laws Read More