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12/16/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Davenport considers trap-neuter-release plan for feral cats

"Davenport officials are weighing a trap-neuter-release plan as Scott County Humane Society leaders push for a humane, cost-effective fix to the city’s growing stray cat problem."

City council to vote on animal control ordinance change as humane societies push for cost-effective solution

12/15/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Des Moines woman charged with animal neglect, torture

"Court documents say Kyra Johnson, 26, kept a dog in a kennel without access to food, water and veterinary care. Johnson then allegedly placed the dog inside a suitcase with its paws taped together."

A Des Moines woman has been arrested on charges of animal torture and neglect.

12/12/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Judge: USDA’s animal-welfare inspectors must report violations they uncover

"A federal judge has ruled federal animal-welfare inspectors can no longer conduct “courtesy visits” at dog-breeding operations while allowing violations to go unreported.

The ruling could have major implications for animal-welfare inspections in Iowa, which is home to roughly 265 federally licensed dog breeders and dealers — more than any other state except Missouri, Ohio and Indiana."

A federal judge has ruled federal animal-welfare inspectors must report violations uncovered during “courtesy visits” to dog breeders.

11/28/2025

IN THE NEWS: FL - DeSantis unveils crackdown on puppy mills, but AKC warns against overreach

"The legislation has not yet been filed, but DeSantis says it would establish statewide best practices for ethical breeding, require state licensing for breeders, strengthen enforcement for mistreatment, and create a hotline for reporting abuse."

Governor Ron DeSantis is launching a new effort to crack down on unethical dog breeders and shut down abusive puppy mills.

10/13/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - ARL of Iowa acquires 2 vet clinics; hopes to keep pets in homes with affordable care

"ARL CEO Tom Colvin said that over the last several years the cost of veterinary care has increased substantially, making it difficult, and in some cases impossible, for pet owners to afford basic care like vaccines for their pets, which could potentially lead to the surrendering of the pet. Colvin said the ARL hopes to keep pets with their owners by offering affordable vet care through these clinics."

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa announced on Monday that it’s acquired two low-cost vet clinics in Des Moines. The two clinics are Afford-A-Care Pet Hospital in the 3000 block of SE 14th Str…

10/11/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Siouxland Humane Society calling for responsible pet ownership with rise in dogs being abandoned at shelter

"The Siouxland Humane Society, based in Sioux City, says it is seeing an increase in dogs being left outside its shelter. With October being “National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month,” the humane society is asking for the community’s help in finding homes for their animals and encouraging people to surrender their pets responsibly."

The organization found a mother dog along with 5 puppies outside its shelter on Saturday, Oct. 4.

10/10/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Iowa puppy mill gets new license, clearing its record of past violations

"Federal records collected by the Iowa-based animal welfare group Bailing Out Benji show the animal dealer’s license for Stonehenge Kennels in West Union, which had long been held in the name of repeat violator Steve Kruse, is now in the name of an individual named Christine A. Snakenberg."

One of Iowa’s largest dog-breeding operations is operating under a new license, a move that has wiped clean its slate of past violations.

09/20/2025

IN THE NEWS: DE - Animal abuse offender list bill to be signed into law in Delaware

"A new law aimed at protecting animal rights is going on the books in Delaware.

Governor Matt Meyer is set to sign a bill into law Tuesday that would create an animal abuse offender list."

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer is set to sign a bill into law on Tuesday that would create an animal abuse offender list.

09/20/2025

IN THE NEWS: IA - Rescued dogs from Pocahontas County continue to improve at Animal Rescue League of Iowa

"Eleven dogs rescued from unsafe conditions in a Pocahontas County home are improving under the care of the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, with three already finding forever homes."

Eleven dogs rescued from a Pocahontas County home are recovering at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, with three already adopted.

09/19/2025

OPINION: TX - Opinion: Austin Needs to Address Its Animal Cruelty Problem

"How many service requests result in failure to contact the persons who submitted them? How many service requests are closed without ever dispatching an officer? How many crimes of animal cruelty go without investigation? How many animals die on our streets, and shouldn’t they be counted toward that “95%” no-kill goal? Death by neglect or failure to act is still a death, whether it happened in the shelter or not."

Austin touts its no-kill animal shelter as a source of pride, yet it routinely fails to respond to animal protection requests

09/19/2025

IN THE NEWS: CA - California Bans Online Puppy Sales from Commercial Breeders

"California lawmakers have passed Assembly Bill 519, a bill aimed at banning online pet dealer websites and middlemen who pose as local breeders from selling dogs in the state. This legislation, approved on Monday, seeks to curb the influx of puppies from out-of-state commercial breeders, often referred to as puppy mills. Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) introduced the bill to address deceptive practices in the pet industry."

California lawmakers have passed Assembly Bill 519, banning online sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits from brokers to curb out-of-state puppy mills. The bill, pending Governor Newsom's approval, aims to enhance transparency and protect consumers and animals.

09/18/2025

IN THE NEWS: MO - TNR programs aim to curb feral cat population in Kansas City

"Animal welfare groups in Kansas City are ramping up efforts to control the city’s feral cat population through trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs. However, a shortage of volunteers and a lack of funding continue to hinder progress."

Animal welfare groups in Kansas City are ramping up efforts to control the city’s feral cat population through trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs.

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