UPDATE September 21, 2018 from Tammie’s rescue Facebook page. “Just to update everyone, Tammie was just arrested and is being taken to county jail. They sent two cars of men to arrest one 4’10” female! Charged with practicing veterinary medicine … continue reading…
Due to negative comments on a particular cat rescue, Facebook: Friends of Davidson County Shelter Cats will no longer be posting photos of stray or owner-surrendered cats on their community page. The Davidson shelter is located in Lexington, North Carolina. The … continue reading…
This beautiful, grey and white, female rescue cat at the Rowan County Animal Shelter needs a home by 10 May 2018. I am sure that she will be adopted quite quickly. Her details: A112371 Amber Stray Female 28138 Available 5/4/2018 … continue reading…
Sampson County Animal Shelter in North Carolina has been fined a civil penalty of $4,800 for numerous violations including (1) unnecessarily euthanizing animals before the end of the minimum three day holding period (2) lack of proper veterinary care and … continue reading…
The Harnett County Animal Shelter in North Carolina is improving policy and procedures after 59 cats were euthanized in June due to panleukopenia (AKA panleuk) exposure. PoC covered the tragic story here and here. Harnett County Interim Assistant County Manager Brian … continue reading…
This is a discussion article on the reality of how animal cruelty cases are handled in the U.S. court system. It may surprise some readers on issues that range from the time it takes a case to get to court … continue reading…
With Hurricane Irma pretty much guaranteed to hit the United States within the next few days, people are struggling to get themselves, as well as their pets to safety. States in the path of Irma are getting emergency plans in … continue reading…
Pilot Mountain, North Carolina is a small town with a population of 1,444 (2016 statistics) It’s known for its connection with Mayberry and The Andy Griffith Show. This week the town is gaining a reputation on social media of being … continue reading…
When Columbus County Animal Control responded to a report of abandoned dogs just outside of Whiteville on New Britton Highway Saturday morning, what they found was almost beyond belief. It’s believed the people living in the Eastern North Carolina home … continue reading…
Update July 14 6 p.m. Samson came through surgery and is responding well to medication and treatment. He’s expected to return to his foster mom within a few days and his vet is confident he’ll make a complete recovery. Please … continue reading…
The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case of animal cruelty in Fayetteville, North Carolina after dead cats were found in a mobile home in the 200 block of Redfish Drive off U.S. 301. The police were alerted to … continue reading…
Country Lane Animal Hospital has been serving the Clyde, North Carolina area for 15 years now. They offer a full range of veterinary services, including after hours emergency care for their established clients and small animal as well as ambulatory … continue reading…
This is an update on the Barbara Hart animal cruelty case coming out of Salisbury, North Carolina. PoC covered the breaking news in articles posted May 11 and May 17, 2017. A footnote is also included on Terry Ray Beasley, … continue reading…
The rescue of cats from a hoarding case in Tabor City, North Carolina has left a rural shelter in need of help from the community. In addition to the MANY cats currently in their care, Columbus County Animal Shelter in … continue reading…
Another ‘house of horrors’ was uncovered in North Carolina on May 15, leading to the discovery of dead and dying animals. A total of 45 live animals were seized from the property. According to a press release, Onslow County Animals … continue reading…
