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SECAUCUS, N.J. -- The Humane Society of America told Pet Pulse that it is rare for an animal shelter to be ordered closed for violations, happening only an estimated one to three times annually. But a New Jersey shelter has been shut down te… Read more

WOODSTOCK, N.Y. –- An ancient ceremony called Kapparot, practiced by some Orthodox Jews leading up to their highest holy day, Yom Kippur, has many opposed to the ritual because it has been reported in some cases to cause the torture and slaughter of chi… Read more

CLARION, Pa. -- Some 260 surviving cats rescued about two months ago from a disease-ridden, would-be animal sanctuary are displaying strong recovery signs, according to the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. “You… Read more

SECAUCUS, N.J. -- The Humane Society of the United States released video footage today of sick and injured livestock the organization says were mistreated at auction sites and stockyards where cattle are sold for slaughter. A graphic videotap… Read more

LAS VEGAS -- Breaking the grips of her boyfriend’s control seemed an impossible feat for Connie Goodall, when she couldn’t ensure the safety of the one being who loved her unconditionally: her dog Porter. It wasn’t until she found the nation’s fi… Read more

PITTSBURGH –- Some 500 cats, many dead mixed with those living, were neglected in contaminated squalor, according to testimony yesterday during a pre-trial hearing for Linda Bruno, owner of Tiger Ranch (pictured left), a supposed cat sanctuary shut down… Read more