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  • Animal rescue group pleads with public to spay, neuter pets

    May 24, 2023 4:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Companion Animal Alliance of Baton Rouge on Wednesday issued a plea to area residents, asking them to spay and neuter their pets and to adopt when looking to add a pet to their home. The group said that it's up against troubling math, as demonstrated... more »
  • Fire crews help animal shelter cut padlocked chain from dog's neck

    June 24, 2022 5:27 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Fire crews raced to the rescue when a local animal shelter brought them a dog that had had a chain around its neck for so long, it was starting to break skin. Companion Animal Alliance brought the dog to the Baton Rouge Fire Department when they... more »
  • Louisiana man tied to multi-state dogfighting ring gets 14-month prison sentence

    June 14, 2022 10:45 AM

    GREENSBURG - A man convicted for his role in a dogfighting operation that spanned four states was sentenced to a little over a year in federal prison. Prosecutors said Tuesday that Dangelo Cornish, 36, of Greensburg got 14 months in prison and two years of probation in the case.... more »
  • 'Real-life Lassie' helps rescue owner following crash

    January 5, 2022 5:05 AM

    NEW HAMPSHIRE - A Shiloh Shepherd named Tinsley proved to her human that dogs really are man's best friend when she played a role in saving her incapacitated human companion's life following a car crash. According to CNN , one-year-old Tinsley and Cam Laundry have always been like two... more »
  • Companion Animal Alliance working to find solution to shelter overflow Play Video

    October 23, 2021 6:42 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A local animal shelter is bursting at the seams, and workers are overwhelmed trying to find homes for pets. Every kennel at Companion Animal Alliance is filled with a furry friend or more. "We have 177 dog kennels available, and we currently have 262 dogs... more »
  • Slidell man arrested after allegedly having sex with two of his dogs

    August 25, 2021 4:16 PM

    SLIDELL - A man was arrested after allegedly sexually abusing two of his dogs. St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office said they searched 52-year-old Kenneth Starling's home after a complaint was made about his inappropriate behavior towards animals. Deputies said they found numerous images and videos of animals being... more »
  • Two women arrested after allegedly trying to steal $10K puppy

    July 6, 2021 2:29 PM

    HOUSTON - Two women were arrested after allegedly stealing a puppy worth thousands of dollars from a Texas pet store. Police were called to the Petland Woodlands around 12:45 p.m. Monday. Employees said the two women asked to play with a 14-week-old French bulldog, Mario, and ran out of... more »
  • LSU SVM: Ensuring your pet's safety during summertime heat, holiday activities

    June 30, 2021 8:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE - With summertime underway, road trips and outdoor outings become occasions to enjoy time with beloved pets. But our favorite furry friends may also have a few special needs during summer. A recent news release from LSU's School of Veterinary Medicine touched on what some of these... more »
  • Rescue dogs flown out of La. to ease stress on shelters during hurricane season

    June 23, 2021 4:24 PM

    GRAND RAPIDS - A plane carrying over 150 Louisiana shelter dogs landed in Michigan Wednesday afternoon. Dogs were moved out of Louisiana to relieve animal shelters during hurricane season. The BISSELL Pet Foundation flew shelter pets to West Michigan Regional Airport, where they will be shared between six shelters... more »
  • LSU Vet Clinic surgeons offer new solution for dogs suffering from advanced hip osteoarthritis

    June 15, 2021 10:58 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Capital area pet-parents who care for dogs that suffer from advanced hip osteoarthritis now have a new medical option that may help their furry friends feel better. The Small Animal Surgery department at the LSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital announced Tuesday that it now offers total hip... more »
  • BRPD revising policy for chasing juvenile suspects with police dogs

    February 12, 2021 1:52 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The Baton Rouge Police Department will no longer use K-9's to pursue juvenile suspects unless there is an "immediate threat." On Friday, Mayor Sharon Weston Broome said she asked Police Chief to revise the department's policy so that officers will no longer use police dogs to... more »
  • Biden's shelter dog 'Major,' to be honored during 'Indogeration' event Play Video

    January 11, 2021 12:35 PM

    WASHINGTON - The first shelter dog to become an official resident of the White House will be honored during a special event set to take place three days before his human companion is sworn into office as the 46th President of the United States of America. According to CNN... more »
  • LSU Vets: How to keep your pets safe during Hurricane Delta

    October 8, 2020 7:18 AM

    BATON ROUGE - As Delta rolls on a path towards Louisiana, residents are making swift preparations to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Many residents have furry members of the family and their needs are also important during hurricanes. Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine (LSU SVM)... more »
  • Animal shelter in Baton Rouge in need of donations

    May 29, 2020 5:56 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS), a non-profit that cares for Baton Rouge's homeless animal population, is asking the public for donations to help them provide for the many dogs and cats temporarily housed in their shelter. In mid-May, CAAWS representatives took to Facebook with... more »
  • New study suggests cats can catch COVID-19, but experts say this is no cause for concern

    April 3, 2020 11:55 AM

    According to CNN , a recent study out of China revealed that cats may be susceptible to contracting COVID-19. And, the study also indicated that cats can transfer the illness to each other. While ferrets joined the ranks of their feline cousins in susceptibility to COVID-19, dogs, pigs,... more »
  • Man relieved after retrieving his two stolen dogs Play Video

    May 11, 2019 10:02 PM

    CENTRAL – What started as a heart-breaking week for Randy Aucoin, turned into relief. Two of his dogs were taken in the middle of the day found their way back home. “I had a big empty spot in my stomach and I was like, wow. I can’t believe... more »
  • Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge gets new transportation van

    February 14, 2019 10:36 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge recently got a new transportation van that will bring area shelter dogs to the Dog Adoption House. The animals will be brought over daily to be viewed by potential adopters. Additionally, the van will be used to transport dogs to... more »
  • Local animal shelter struggling with over capacity

    February 2, 2019 10:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Companion Animal Allience Shelter is filling up quickly and they need your help to get their furry friends a home. “Currently we have 199 dogs and 99 cats it’s been a high influx of dogs and a lull in adoptions,” said Development Director Emily Jackson. Jackson... more »
  • Shelter needs help caring for 150 dogs impacted by cruelty

    January 23, 2019 5:35 PM

    ST. JOHN PARISH- An animal shelter in Laplace is asking for the community's help with 150 dogs that were seized in a cruelty case. The St. John Animal Shelter is seeking assistance taking care of the animals until they are transported to larger humane groups. They're asking for... more »
  • Convicted dogfighter arrested for the third time; 19 dogs euthanized Play Video

    December 22, 2018 7:43 PM

    BATON ROUGE- More than a dozen pit bulls were seized from a Baton Rouge home after authorities arrested the owner Kevin Valentine on dogfighting charges. "There were scars, there were scabs, the dogs obviously had been fought," explained EBR animal control director Hilton Cole. There were other signs of... more »
  • Woman's fear comes true during 2 On Your Side interview Play Video

    February 28, 2018 7:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A naturally-formed drainage ditch is causing problems in one woman's yard. Stacy Jacobsen says her land is eroding and it's washing away her property line. Large tree limbs have also fallen into her yard and on top of her fence. For years, she's been without a... more »
  • EBR district attorney releases statement regarding viral animal cruelty case Play Video

    January 8, 2018 11:32 AM

    UPDATE: Iberville Sheriff Brett Stassi says Judge Pamela Johnson has refused to sign the arrest warrant for a juvenile allegedly involved in the viral video depicting animal cruelty. In an interview with WBRZ, Sheriff Stassi expressed his frustration over the decision. On Thursday, East Baton Rouge District Attorney... more »
  • CIA announces new 'Puppy Class' K-9 graduates

    December 9, 2017 8:44 PM

    Three K-9s have graduated from the CIA Fall 2017 "Puppy Class" this week. After four months of vigorous training, Nicole, Indigo, and Freya have all passed their certification requirements to join the agency. The dogs are required to pass two certifications from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and... more »
  • Possible 'coydog' sightings raise concerns in Baton Rouge subdivision

    August 1, 2017 8:38 PM

    BATON ROUGE - In the Oakbrook Subdivision off Perkins Road, multiple sightings of coyote-like creatures are causing concern. After residents caught the coyote look-a-likes on camera, they’re realizing the animals could be a coyote hybrid. “I’ve seen coyote, maybe three at a time, about three or four times... more »
  • Escaped huskies corralled, to be adopted Play Video

    July 11, 2017 5:56 PM

    GONZALES - At least nine huskies escaped a fenced enclosure and roamed a neighborhood Monday into Tuesday. A resident called WBRZ, concerned for the health of the animals. Ascension Parish Animal Control was called Monday to investigate and revisited the home on Braud Road in Gonzales Tuesday. "I... more »
  • Police arrest man after drugs, malnourished dogs found

    May 26, 2017 1:16 PM

    BATON ROUGE – A man was arrested after officers found several drugs and five malnourished dogs at his home. The Baton Rouge Police Department arrested 42-year-old Rodrigus Holmes on charges of possession with intent to distribute schedule I drugs, possession of schedule II drugs, possession with intent to distribute... more »
  • Dogs break into BR Zoo, killing 3 monkeys Play Video

    July 13, 2016 2:59 PM

    BATON ROUGE - BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo confirmed Wednesday that three spot-nosed guenons are dead after a group of dogs broke into the zoo Tuesday morning and attacked the monkeys. Zoo Director Kaki Heiligenthal said surveillance video shows a couple of domestic dogs inside the zoo early Tuesday morning.... more »
  • 4 unattended dogs seized after BRPD SWAT narcotics raid, man and woman arrested

    June 28, 2016 4:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Animal Control officers said four unattended dogs were taken from a North Baton Rouge house that was raided by Baton Rouge Police SWAT on Tuesday afternoon. On Tuesday, June 28 around 12:30 p.m. Baton Rouge Police SWAT executed a search warrant at a home in the... more »
  • New law will crack down on puppy mill sales

    June 23, 2016 11:13 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Gov. John Bel Edwards has signed a bill into law that will crack down on pet stores that acquire dogs from puppy mills. The new law will prohibit pet stores in Louisiana from acquiring dogs and cats from breeders with documented Animal Welfare Act violations within... more »
  • Three dogs living alone, cause concern among neighbors

    June 2, 2016 6:41 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - For months, three dogs have been living alone in the backyard of a home, without supervision. Residents tell News 2 the owner of the home, located on Hawks Cove, moved away months ago. "I don't ever see anyone feeding them, giving them water, how are... more »
  • Dogs participate in trial of new drug that could lengthen life span

    May 16, 2016 4:56 PM

    SEATTLE - Dogs in the Pacific Northwest are being inducted into trials for a new drug that has shown to significantly lengthen the lives of lab mice. The drug, rapamycin, improved heart health and seemed to delay the onset of some diseases in older mice. Scientists aren’t sure if... more »
  • Zoetis launching new doggy med for noise-related anxiety

    May 16, 2016 3:40 PM

    TRENTON, N.J. - Fido and Spot may not have to cower under the bed this summer when fireworks and thunderstorms hit, thanks to the first prescription medicine for treating anxiety over loud noises - a widespread problem linked to property destruction, terrified dogs running away and even life-threatening injuries to... more »
  • Grant money would help Denham Springs Animal Shelter Play Video

    December 23, 2015 5:32 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - A $50,000 grant would go a long way for repairs at the Denham Springs Animal Shelter. City leaders plan to apply for the state grant in the coming weeks. Right now, the no-kill shelter relies heavily on donations and grants to get by each day. Every penny... more »
  • Animal control seizes dogs from filthy house

    December 18, 2015 5:33 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Animal control officials took three dogs out of a home which police investigated this week on a child cruelty complaint. Baton Rouge Police charged 36-year-old Kimberly Hall and 36-year-old Robert Martin with cruelty to juveniles Wednesday. Investigators said they received a complaint about the condition... more »
  • Puppies stolen from Acadia Parish home

    December 9, 2015 5:34 PM

    CROWLEY - The Acadia Parish Sheriff's Office asked for help finding ten puppies stolen from a Church Point home this week. The sheriff's office said they were told about the theft on Dec. 7 at the 1000 block of West Plaquemine. The owner of the ten American Bully Pit... more »
  • Donations sought after 40 animals taken from hoarders

    October 13, 2015 1:32 PM

    BOGALUSA, La. - Sheriff's deputies arrested a Washington Parish couple for cruelty to animals recently and seized more than 40 neglected cats and dogs from their home in Bogalusa, according to the Humane Society of Louisiana. HSL Director Jeff Dorson said deputies arrested Terri Turner and her daughter, Frannie... more »
  • BRPD: Man told wife 'I'm going to kill you and your kids'

    October 13, 2015 11:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Police arrested a Baton Rouge man during a domestic abuse investigation in which officers said they also found three emaciated dogs belonging to the suspect. BRPD accused 32-year-old Bobby Rogers of domestic abuse battery, aggravated assault with a firearm and cruelty to animals after his arrest... more »
  • First responders take part in week long animal rescue training

    August 23, 2015 6:11 PM

    GONZALES, La. - Various groups and organizations from all over the country are getting trained in rescuing animals in case of a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina. Groups like the American Humane Association along with LSU School of Veterinary Medicine took part in the training. One of the instructors, Dick... more »

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