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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
WEST CHESTER, PA — A joint effort by the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA), the South Coatesville Police Department, and a good Samaritan has led to the identification and charging of …
Joint Effort Leads to Charging of Suspect in Horrific Animal Abuse Case Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Dog owners have been reminded to purchase their annual dog licenses for 2024 before January 1, to comply with state law and avoid the upcoming price increase. All …
Pennsylvania Dog Owners Urged to Purchase 2024 Licenses Ahead of New Year and Price Increase Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 746 into law on Monday, marking a significant update to the state’s Dog Law. The amendments aim to enhance public safety, …
Pennsylvania Updates Dog Law to Improve Public Safety and Animal Welfare Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Members of the bipartisan, bicameral Animal Protection Caucus celebrated the final passage of a bill aimed at strengthening Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement (BDLE). The House and …
Pennsylvania Legislature Approves Bill to Bolster Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement Read More