Pet Care

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Twenty Hounds Seized After Emaciated Dogs Led To Dozens Of Cruelty Charges

Lenoir County animal cruelty: 20 emaciated hounds seized and suspect charged; community urged to provide information.

Twenty Hounds Seized After Emaciated Dogs Led To Dozens Of Cruelty Charges

Lenoir County animal cruelty: 20 emaciated hounds seized and suspect charged; community urged to provide information.

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Cruelty Charge After Dog Left Without Shade Or Water Until It Died

Greenville man charged with animal cruelty after a dog reportedly left tied outside over 24 hours dies.

Cruelty Charge After Dog Left Without Shade Or Water Until It Died

Greenville man charged with animal cruelty after a dog reportedly left tied outside over 24 hours dies.

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A Dog Starved To Death Before A Couple Faced Felony Charges

Somber Ernul case underscores felony animal cruelty risks and the importance of responsible pet ownership and community reporting.

A Dog Starved To Death Before A Couple Faced Felony Charges

Somber Ernul case underscores felony animal cruelty risks and the importance of responsible pet ownership and community reporting.

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22-Year-Old Senior Dog Returned to Shelter After 15 Years

Agatha’s rescue highlights the importance of senior dog rescue and hospice fostering to give aging pets dignity and comfort.

22-Year-Old Senior Dog Returned to Shelter After 15 Years

Agatha’s rescue highlights the importance of senior dog rescue and hospice fostering to give aging pets dignity and comfort.

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A Vet Tech Was Sentenced After Reptiles Were Left To Starve In Plastic Bins

Sarasota animal cruelty conviction highlights dangers of improper exotic pet ownership and legal consequences for prolonged neglect.

A Vet Tech Was Sentenced After Reptiles Were Left To Starve In Plastic Bins

Sarasota animal cruelty conviction highlights dangers of improper exotic pet ownership and legal consequences for prolonged neglect.

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Four Kennel Workers Face Felonies After Dogs Died From Neglect

Somber update: kennel workers charged in Swannanoa after allegations two dogs starved to death, prompting calls for accountability.

Four Kennel Workers Face Felonies After Dogs Died From Neglect

Somber update: kennel workers charged in Swannanoa after allegations two dogs starved to death, prompting calls for accountability.