animal shelters

23 million American households have gotten a pet since the pandemic started, but not all kept their pets. Now there are about 100,000 more dogs and cats in shelters compared to March 2021. Plus, shelters are understaffed, says Julie Castle of Best Friends Animal Society. “There are so many great animals in need in your local shelter, and they’re just...

NBC and Telemundo stations across the country are looking for people, groups and non-profits doing amazing things for animals for the Clear The Shelters: PAWSitively Good Awards!

The ‘No-Kill’ animal movement has saved millions of animals, but PETA says it’s had an unintended dire consequence.

From chickens to donkeys to rabbits, cats, dogs and even llamas, organizations and individuals are offering free shelter to animals displaced by fires raging in the Bay Area. Cierra Johnson reports.

Western Farm Center in Sonoma County has kept its doors open throughout the pandemic, and is hoping to find a forever home to the animals in need.

An East Bay animal shelter that isn’t facing the threat of wildfire is trying to do its part to help those dealing with a flood of evacuated animals in the fire zone.

An East Bay animal shelter that isn’t facing the threat of wildfire is trying to do its part to help those dealing with a flood of evacuated animals in the fire zone. Pete Suratos reports.

Matt Beisner, host of National Geographic’s “Dog: Impossible” and founder of The Zen Dog, believes there’s no such thing as a bad dog — but it’s important to establish an atmosphere of trust and safety when you first bring home your new friend from the shelter. Here are Matt’s five tips to starting off on the right foot and giving...

Alameda and Contra Costa animal shelters have united to ask the community to please make a plan for their beloved companion animals. With a COVID-19 peak expected in the San Francisco Bay Area, hospitals and medical providers are preparing to meet an overwhelming demand for medical assistance and hospital stays. Public animal shelters are preparing as well. Though this illness…

Maybe you’ve already got two golden retrievers, or you’re allergic to cats or you’re not sure you’re ready for a new pet. Your neighborhood animal shelter — and its assortment of dogs and cats — can still use your help. Here are ways to participate even if you can’t adopt.