Fri, Jul 8 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 2

Adopt-a-thon finds new, permanent families for over 700 pets. After surviving the devastating tornadoes in the Joplin, Missouri area, the displaced "tornado pets" have finally found happy endings. Since May 23, responders had worked aroun… more ›

Wed, Jul 6 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

Animals recover, find homes through Massachusetts SPCA. Elmer came full circle last week. The young shorthaired German pointer strolled out of Boston's MSPCA-Angell with a new owner bound for a weekend walk in the Maine woods.
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Mon, Jun 27 | By Maggie Marton | 1

Donations support treatment for canine angel. When his dog Chief fell during a search-and-rescue training exercise, Lieutenant Brian Smithey of Tampa Fire and Rescue didn’t realize he was injured. It wasn’t until later that night, … more ›

Thu, Jun 16 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 3

Shelters rescue animals in cyclone's aftermath. SPRINGFIELD, Mass. ─ Silent and still inside a shelter pen, a marmalade cat twisted its face into a wince and waited. Through the blank stare of a still-terrified cat, this is how a tornad… more ›

Fri, May 6 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 1

Animal rescue groups provide services for over 1,000 displaced pets. As evacuations and flood threats continue throughout Tennessee and Missouri, rescue organizations are coming to the aid of the four-legged victims of this severe floodi… more ›

Mon, Apr 18 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 1

U.S. veterinarian brings hope to abandoned puppies abroad. NEWPORT, R.I. -- From Anguilla with love, three puppies traveled more than 1,600 miles to find new homes in Rhode Island -- and even more puppies are now scheduled to make the same jour… more ›

Tue, Apr 12 | By Amy Lieberman | 2

Dog lovers prepare to cross Brooklyn Bridge for third annual event. Joe Hassan had recently left his job in the health care industry in May 2009 when he learned that one million pets would lose their homes due to housing foreclosures, as… more ›

Fri, Apr 8 | By Zootoo Pet News Staff | 2

95 shelters nationwide compete for top prize. The 2011 ASPCA $100K Challenge is in full swing, with 95 shelters facing off for the top prize. The national contest, started by the ASPCA last year, aims to help shelters and re… more ›

Tue, Mar 22 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 2

Noble, a Facebook celebrity, begins life as a guide dog. He'll always be a star, but now Noble, the guide dog with more than 1,000 Facebook fans, has taken on an even more important role -- fulfilling his first service assignment with Marine Co… more ›

Fri, Mar 18 | By Margo Ann Sullivan | 4

Three Chihuahuas live an inspiring story of pluck and spirit. Methuen, Mass. –Three Chihuahua pups, born without front legs, are teaching everyone a lesson about pluck and courage. “They’re really an inspirational story for … more ›

Fri, Mar 11 | By Margo Ann Sullivan

Rescue Ink fundraiser cuts a new deal for animals in need. “Please help,” the message reads. “3 Dogs in 1 Wire Crate All Day, No Water. Another post advises “Cats are sealed up and trapped inside a building; they need help.”more ›