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Puppy named 'Goose' joins Rock Hill Police Department

Pets

'We need more space' | CMPD Animal Care and Control planning for a new shelter

A city-owned property on South Tryon Street is in the rezoning process to become a future adoption center for CMPD Animal Care and Control.
Pets

Paco the pitbull was shot, and this officer leapt into action to save the dog's life

"I held the towel over its wound, trying to stop the bleeding as fast as I could," Officer M. Whisnant described.
Helene

Humane Society of Charlotte rescues pets from Helene destruction, but they need your help

The Humane Society of Charlotte is taking in and taking care of some animals from Asheville until they are ready for adoption.
Nation World

Cat travels hundreds of miles back home after it went missing in Yellowstone

How the missing cat made it from Wyoming to California, or even know the right direction toward home, remains a mystery.
Lincolnton

'Amazing to see the difference it makes' | Cat cafe in Lincolnton helping cats get adopted

This unique Lincolnton shop offers a cozy spot to enjoy coffee while helping homeless cats find their forever homes.
Features

Cafe in Lincolnton working to find cats forever homes

If you want a cup of coffee with a side of cuddles, there's a cat cafe in Lincolnton for that.
Elections

During the presidential debate, Donald Trump falsely accused immigrants in Ohio of abducting and eating pets

'They're eating the pets of the people that live there,' the former president claimed of Springfield, Ohio. City officials say the claims are not true.
Clear The Shelters

Clear the Shelters making an impact for pets, including Larry the cat

One of those furry friends went home with WCNC Charlotte's Sarah French. Her kids decided on a name that may feel familiar to WCNC Charlotte viewers: Larry!
Pets

Animal shelters across the Carolinas packed with homeless dogs, cats

These pets become great adoptees if given the right amount of love by a family.
Animals

'Say Grace' | Video of a Texas girl and her dogs goes viral

A Central Texas toddler is making sure her dogs say a prayer before they can dig into their meals.
Connect The Dots

Here's why more people are putting their pets in their will

While your pets won't necessarily inherit your money, putting your pets in your will decides who inherits your pets.