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CTV News
10 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Winnipeg shelter calling for help to grow pet-friendly sensory garden
Winnipeg's Animal Services is asking for help making life a little easier for dogs in its care. Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual Loading the player instance is taking more time than usual When four-legged guests at a city-owned animal shelter step outside for some fresh air, conditions are not exactly lush. 'The facilities are quite bland,' said Jennifer Medlicott, the community relations coordinator with Winnipeg's Animal Services Agency. She's not wrong. The play area is filled with gravel, surrounded by a brick wall and partitioned off with chain-link fence. Winnipeg Animal Services Agency The outdoor play area at the Winnipeg Animal Services Agency facility on Logan Avenue is captured on camera on June 19, 2025. (Daniel Timmerman/CTV News Winnipeg) There are a few flourishes, be it a refreshing wading pool or a climbable bridge. Still, Medlicott and the rest of the staff have a greener, more stimulating vision for the space - one she hopes generous Winnipeggers will help them bring to life. 'We just want to make the animals' time here as easy as possible, as enjoyable as possible, and one way of doing that is to enrich them in the yards when they're out here,' Medlicott explained. Winnipeg Animal Services Agency Tangela the pup climbs in the play area at the Winnipeg Animal Services Agency facility on Logan Avenue on June 19, 2025. (Daniel Timmerman/CTV News Winnipeg) The plan is to make over the space into a pet-friendly sensory garden. For those unfamiliar, Medlicott said it's exactly what it sounds like – an Eden of sorts filled with wonderful smells, colours, and textures designed for furry, four-legged friends to enjoy. To start, staff plan to add potted plants to the otherwise drab chain-link fence. They're hoping the public will help keep the garden growing, be it by donating soil, dog-friendly plants, extra pots or a monetary donation. Animal Services Agency Tangela the pup plays outside at the Winnipeg Animal Services Agency facility on Logan Avenue on June 19, 2025. (Daniel Timmerman/CTV News Winnipeg) Medlicott believes such a soothing environment will make a big difference for dogs and cats as they await their forever homes. 'In a kennel environment, the pets are quite stressed out,' she explained. 'When they're less stressed, they can meet their potential adopters and be in a lot better of a space.' Donations can be dropped off at the Animal Services Agency facility at 1057 Logan Avenue during adoption hours. Monetary donations can be made on the organization's website. - With files from CTV's Daniel Timmerman
CTV News
10 hours ago
- General
- CTV News
Sensory garden for dogs at Animal Services
Winnipeg Watch Winnipeg's Animal Services is asking for help making life a little easier for dogs in its care.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Miami Herald
Once-neglected dog ‘back on her feet' after amputation, California officials say
A once-neglected dog who needed her leg amputated is searching for a new home after her owner was criminally charged, California prosecutors said. Eagle is ready for a new family after healing from a severe leg injury that was left untreated, the San Diego County District Attorney's Office said in a June 17 news release. 'Thanks to help from the community and the dedication of our Animal Services officers and staff, animals like Eagle get the care they need and the opportunity for a new start with a loving family,' Animal Services Director Vaughn Maurice said in a San Diego County news release. Injured dog found As Lt. Natalie Harrington with San Diego County Animal Services was responding to a call in Campo, she found a dog 'with a severely injured leg,' county officials said. 'The dog's leg had an open wound with exposed bone,' prosecutors said. The dog's owner 'was uncooperative in getting Eagle veterinary care or surrendering her,' county officials said in a February news release. To save the dog, 'a young female Belgian Malinois,' Harrington got a warrant to seize it, county officials said. 'Back on her feet' Eagle was 'taken to Animal Services for treatment with a veterinarian,' according to officials. Given the severity of her injury 'and to protect Eagle's health,' veterinary staff decided to amputate her leg, officials said. Eagle underwent a nearly $3,000 treatment, wherein a specialist used 'advanced tools, including laser technology, to perform the surgery and speed recovery,' officials said. Within three days, 'Eagle was back on her feet,' officials said. 'Her behavior has completely turned around,' Harrington said in a video news release. 'We think that she was just in so much pain that it was difficult for her to be able to interact with people and really trust people.' With her pain levels down, she started letting people pet and walk her, according to Harrington. 'She's just really turned around since she was able to get the care that was much needed,' Harrington said. Now, after months of healing, Eagle is ready for a new home, officials said. Owner charged Eagle's former owner has been charged with one felony count of animal abuse and neglect, prosecutors said. He pleaded not guilty at his arraignment, prosecutors said. McClatchy News was unable to immediately reach an attorney representing the man on June 18. If convicted as charged, prosecutors said the Eagle's former owner could face 'a sentencing range of probation up to three years in custody.' Campo is about a 60-mile drive southeast from San Diego.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Riverside County Sheriff's investigates wild donkeys injured by arrows
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department in Moreno Valley is investigating recent incidents of wild donkeys that were found injured by arrows. Deputies are working with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Riverside County Department of Animal Services to locate the injured animals and make sure they receive veterinary care. "The safety and welfare of animals in our community is a priority, and we are committed to holding those responsible accountable," the sheriff's department said. Harming a donkey or any animal is a criminal offense. Anyone with any information is urged to call the 24-hour dispatch center at 951-776-1099 or the Riverside County Department of Animal Services at 951-358-7387.
CBS News
2 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Miami-Dade animal services pleads for kitten fosters amid surge in newborns, overcrowding
Dozens of newborn kittens in need of homes Dozens of newborn kittens in need of homes Dozens of newborn kittens in need of homes Miami-Dade Animal Services is issuing an urgent call for foster volunteers as the shelter faces a summer surge of newborn kittens and overcrowding among dogs. "These kittens require around-the-clock care," said Gabriella Dominguez, public information officer for Animal Services. "If we can't find a foster family, then they have to be humanely euthanized at the end of the day because we can't just let them starve overnight while nobody is here to take care of them." Fostering makes a life-saving difference Volunteer Stephen Dsida is one of the people answering the call. He began volunteering seven weeks ago, originally hoping to adopt or foster puppies. Instead, he ended up walking dogs and fostering an entire feline family. "I was able to foster a family of six cats, five of whom are kittens," said Dsida. "That's been very rewarding, very challenging. They've turned my house inside out, but in a good way." Neonate kittens, defined as less than 40 days old, are the most vulnerable. They need feeding every two to three hours and a warm environment to survive a substitute for their mother's care. The shelter sees the largest influx of kittens during the summer breeding months, part of a larger national overpopulation crisis. "The best chances for survival with these kittens is to stay with their mother," Dominguez explained. "So truthfully, the only reason you should bring them in is if you can confirm that the mother has passed away." Shelter overcrowded and under-resourced In addition to the surge in kittens, the shelter is severely overcrowded with dogs. Currently, there are about 550 dogs in care, 200 over its ideal capacity of 350. At the Medley location, over 100 dogs are being housed in a facility with no air conditioning, making conditions even more challenging. With limited space and resources, shelter staff members are often taking the tiniest kittens home themselves when fosters can't be found. Community service and emotional support For Dsida, fostering has become more than just volunteer work, it's been emotionally fulfilling. "I think it's a very rewarding experience for people who may not even think they need emotional support," he said. "It's very helpful to get through the day, maybe some tough situations." High school and college students who foster can also receive community service hours. Those interested in fostering can email asdfoster@ or visit for more information.
