Animals

People accused of animal cruelty could be forced to pay a bond up front to cover a shelter's costs of care under a bill now awaiting final votes in Trenton.

Several advocates spoke at a Middlesex County Commission meeting, asking about what immediate plans are amid a hesitation to close the animal haven.

The expanded law goes into effect in March 2022. It includes testing done out of state, with a few exceptions.

We are in peak deer mating season here in New Jersey which begs the question -- why did the deer cross the road?

Monmouth County is among 5 counties being added to a new kind of quarantine list in the state of New Jersey.

We always want to keep our furry friends safe and healthy. That is why it is important to get the word out when there is a dog food recall. There are multiple dog food bands that are on the list due to high levels of a product that could make dogs sick if they consume it in large quantities.

Summer is back and we are enjoying our outdoor living spaces. Most of us are spending time in our backyards and with the nice weather we get a chance to enjoy the local wildlife....well most of the time lol

Every dog has its day and they could soon be able to have one such day with some of our military heroes living in State run Veterans homes and facilities, thanks to legislation being sponsored by New Jersey State Senator Anthony Bucco.

At least two wild fox encounters in the same neighborhood were reported to Ocean County officials as of Monday.

A pharmaceutical company with New Jersey roots has given the country a new weapon against Chagas disease, spread by these blood-sucking insects.