Special to the Pine Knot News The musky smell of wet fur and dog treats. The tippy-taps of nails against the floor and inside kennels. The high-pitched mews and resulting coos from a gathering crowd.

Researchers measured the levels of cortisol, the hormone associated with stress levels, in a group of dogs scheduled for ...

The volunteer program is structured with five tiers of specializations based on individual interests, levels of training and expertise.

INDIANAPOLIS–Kelly Diamond is the Interim Director of the Indianapolis Animal Care Services. She may get that position on a ...

As attendees snapped photos with rescue dogs, shopped at pet-friendly vendors and enjoyed live music, the spirit of Valentine ...

There were almost no empty seats left at the meeting. Countless animal advocates, along with current and former IACS ...

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office arrested five people in connection to the case. All animals appeared malnourished and unwell ...

Shelter managers say they have an abundance of dogs and cats looking for temporary and "fur-ever" homes. The shelter is trying to free up as much space as possible before 'kitten season' hits in the ...

The Las Vegas City Council voted six to one Wednesday against an ordinance proposed by Councilwoman Victoria Seaman to form a ...

State lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to abandon an animal and another that would make tethering ...

Mairin McCubbin has cared for lost and abandoned cats for more than a decade.But with new welfare laws in place, she fears ...

Lenny and Darcy are adorable, young Boxer mix pups with big, beautiful, soulful eyes! Their former owner reported they formerly lived with cats, other dogs, and kids and were good with all.