The end of the year is a time for reflection and being thankful for what we have. For those of us who have been fortunate this year, consider giving back to the community with these ideas for where to ...

This summer has seen unprecedented numbers of animals surrendered to local shelters. The facilities are at capacity and healthy, adoptable dogs and cats are at risk due to the sheer volume of animals ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago animal shelters are near "catastrophic" overpopulation levels, and local rescues are hoping the community can help them save lives. This crisis is impacting available shelter ...

So many adorable fur babies, so little time! Clear The Shelters, NBCUniversal Local’s nationwide pet adoption and donation campaign, is returning in 2024 for its tenth consecutive year from Aug. 10 to ...

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way volunteers could help at animal shelters and rescues over the past year. Some shelters couldn't allow volunteers, and some, like Animal Rescue New Orleans, ...

The nation's largest funded adoption event is coming back, helping homeless pets find their fur-ever homes. The BISSELL Pet Foundation is once again prompting a national call for pet adoptions by ...