Man claims ‘stand your ground’ defense after beating iguana to death
Florida defendant facing animal cruelty charge blames reptilian aggressor; prosecutors argue his cold-blooded combatant needlessly suffered.
ANIMAL WELFARE
Couple facing up to five years in jail for sexually abusing their dog
The man and woman from Kentucky have pleaded guilty to the sickening conduct after having been indicted back in June.
Red panda mom disappears, leaving behind her two young cubs
Search underway for two-year old female as zookeepers say she poses no risk to the public.
Cops hunt man accused of beating roommate’s dogs to death
Warrant issued for Colorado psycho who allegedly killed and dismembered the household pets.
Roaming mountain lion caught in downtown San Francisco
The disoriented urban explorer has been released back into the wild.
91 dead cats found at woman’s home
Idaho resident charged with animal cruelty as officers remove over 150 felines – most no longer alive – from her property.
Man sets fire to grandmother’s home, closes dogs in burning bedroom
Tennessee pyromaniac arrested after allegedly smashing up his grandmother’s place, setting her bed alight, and trapping pets in blazing room.
Poodle hopes for new home after owner dies from coronavirus
Bereft pooch receives loving care at New Jersey shelter while she waits to be adopted.
Police rescue five-foot alligator from Ohio basement
25-year-old American alligator will now be transported to a sanctuary.