Riverside County shelters are currently very full, so many of the canines will likely be rehomed out of state.
Six-year-old CH Soletrader Buddy Holly bested the competition against 2,500 dogs.
An outbreak of the bacterial infection streptococcus zoopidemicus, or "strep zoo," began this month at RivCo's largest animal shelter.
The "Home for the Holidays" adoption push is scheduled Saturday at the county's Thousand Palms and Jurupa Valley shelters.
Looking to adopt a fuzzy friend? Check out this week's list of pets waiting at adoption agencies in and around Sacramento.
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The shelter at 2444 Charles Street officially opens July 1.
Although the dogs' elderly owners could have faced animal cruelty charges, cooperation for the sake of the animals was reached.
The starving animal didn't have a chance until the equestrian community came to her rescue.
An estimated three dozen wild burros in the region have died, and horse owners are warned to check in with their veterinarians.
The incident is a stark reminder of the hazards of fireworks.
The funding is to be used to help pet parents afford spay and neuter services, vaccination and microchipping.
The dog's injuries were so severe that it was euthanized, officials said.
Bissell Pet Foundation has worked with the shelter to reduce adoption fees Oct. 1-4.
The boy lives at the property where the attack happened and had played with the dog in the past, witnesses said.
A dog stuck in a city water canal and a blind opossum trapped in a pool were both rescued by Riverside County Animal Services last weekend.
In April 2020, the rescue took in 309 pets including kittens, adult cats, puppies and adult dogs.
ARE Animal Rescue, founded in July 2018, is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue organization serving Southern California.
A low-cost clinic is scheduled Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Beaumont Civic Center, 550 E. 6th Street.
"The main purpose (of the event) ... is to promote and encourage the breeding and exhibition of fancy rats and mice," show organizers said.
Get your furry friends in the spooky spirit at the "Treat Your Boo" Halloween party at the Hemet PetSmart.
Police say it appears the boyfriend of the daughter is responsible for the shooting that left the two women and man dead.
"Upon arrival, deputies smelled a foul odor, and believed there was possibly a deceased person inside the residence," police said.
The puppies, who were left for dead in a dumpster, have even started to crawl around with their newfound strength, officials say.
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A pitbull that was missing for more than a year was reunited with her owner Monday through the power of smart- home technology.
Animal control officials say the critter was left at Banning City Hall.
"I just can't believe she was found," said Jan Hahka, who believed her beloved black-and-brown cat "Bella" had been lost for good.
This disposable dog potty is made of real grass that naturally attracts your pup and absorbs odors.
From hot dogs and speed racers to Marilyn Monroe, see if you can spot some of your canine neighbors all dressed up for Halloween!
The treats were simply irresistible to this giant pig. Can you guess what flavor did the trick?
From soothing snout balm to a shaded canopy bed, here is everything you need to keep your pets protected, cool and happy all summer long!
Riverside County Animal Services will have pets available for adoption starting on Feb. 16 and all adoptions are $40.