Brooklyn, NY

Columbus, OH

Hawaii State

Hawaiian Humane Society recently welcomed a black cat named Gerald, who sadly found himself without a home. After Gerald’s owners decided to move there was unfortunately no place for him in the new home. The poor thing lost all he knew in an instant and he showed obvious signs...

Surrendered Cat Transforms Into A Cuddle Bug, Stealing Hearts At The Shelter

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

ScienceAlert


Wherever a cat wanders, it seems to carry an attitude of indifference along with it. Our feline pets are famous for their detached, stand-offish ways, but despite their unfazed, grumpy expressions, they are not always as cold-hearted as their reputation suggests.



					
			

A new study has found that when a fellow household pet dies, surviving cats show grief-like signs that are similar to those of dogs.
"Our results are consistent with the idea that cats may experience the loss of companion animals in ways similar to what dogs experience despite having evolved from a less social ancestor," write psychologists Brittany Greene and Jennifer...

Cats Show Signs of Grief When Fellow Pets Die… Even Dogs

Lafayette County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Deputies from the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of possible animal cruelty on County Road 418 on August 4, according to Dark Horse Press. Upon arrival, officers encountered a distressing scene: several malnourished dogs and multiple deceased dogs still attached to their collars and chains.

Man Arrested for Animal Cruelty After Disturbing Discover

Pompano Beach, FL

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Akeena

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Many pet owners choose to feed their pups dry dog food. Dr. Sara Ochoa, a professional veterinarian and contributor to Hound Games, shares that there are numerous advantages to choosing dry kibble for your dogs, including “convenience, longer shelf life, and the fact most pets simply enjoy the crunch." However, when trying to decide between the many brands and formulations of dry dog food, it can be tricky to know which option is right for your furry friend.

Best Dry Dog Food of 2024

Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

Best Life

Here are the 9 worst mistakes dog owners make that are undermining their dog’s happiness and causing long term issues, according to Atherton.

Dog Trainer Shares 8 Worst Mistakes Dog Owners Make

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Meet Ravyn! Ravyn is a sweet young 6-month-old all black German Shepherd. Ravyn can be described as sweet, curious and engaging. Ravyn’s foster reports that she loves playing with squeaky toys, exploring the trails and taking naps!. Ravyn is still getting the hang of all that this big world...

Pet of the Week: Meet Ravyn

Celebrate National Dog Day at Scooter’s Coffee with treats and toys for our canine customers as well as special deals for our human customers, too. We’re excited to kick off our celebration with a special giveaway on Saturday, August 24. The first 20 customers to arrive at each of the 800+ participating store locations with their pet will receive a free Scooter’s Coffee plush dog toy, like a pup friendly, mouthwatering latte lookalike. Additional toys can be purchased at scooterscoffee.com while supplies last.

Scooter’s Coffee Announces Give Aways for Dog-Owning Customers

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

House Digest

Pet owners want to do all they can to keep their pets safe, especially in the garden. Here's a plant you'll want to avoid planting if you have cats or dogs.

The Beautiful Flower That Is Deadly For Your Beloved Pets

Florida State

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

A poster session at the 2024 AVMA Convention showed the benefit of canine food formulated to support weight loss. Obesity poses a serious threat to pets—dogs who are overweight have a shorter lifespan compared to their leaner counterparts.1 Yet, more than 50% of dogs in the United States are overweight and/or obese. Simply cutting back on feeding portions rather than giving these canines food intended for weight loss is rarely successful in the long term, according to the authors of a recent study that was presented during a poster session at the 2024 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention in Austin, Texas.2.

Study shows special diet can help dogs lose weight and support joint health

One veterinarian shares how his grief inspired him to be an advocate for Children's Hospital Colorado's Medical Dog program. Grief is not an unknown emotion within veterinary clinics. Clients come into the doors of hospitals and have to say goodbye to a beloved pet for a plethora of circumstances, and that grief can then spreading through other clients and veterinary team. While the grief from what is happening inside the clinic is nothing new, there are veterinary professionals who come into the clinic with grief of their own.

Grieving and giving back

New York City, NY

Ridgewood, NY

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Designing for low-cost community veterinary services

Like all models of veterinary medicine, low-cost care clinics must be designed with finesse. Lack of access to veterinary care is one of the major risk...

Designing for low-cost community veterinary services

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