The problem of overcrowded animal shelters is something we have been hearing about and reporting on for some time. In this special Evening Edition, we take a closer look at the problem: why it’s happening, what's being done about it, and what you can do to help pets in need.
Caring for a pet can be expensive but there are some free and cheap resources that can help.
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Dog groomer's artistic touch helps get dogs adopted
How California's vet telehealth law is changing the landscape of pet care in San Diego
The Humane Society is in dire need of fosters. One El Cajon family is stepping up
Young adults with disabilities build skills training shelter dogs
Animal shelters go from cold to cozy, thanks to volunteers
Doggone: Local animal recovery specialist says when pets are lost, hope is not
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KPBS obtained a letter from Rachael Borrelli, the assistant director of San Diego County Animal Services, in which she apologized for an obscene recording of her calling for more dogs to be euthanized. -
The Oreo-sized baby turtle represents a turning point in Rockalina's recovery: Spending time with her own kind. -
The lagoon is one of the most successful nesting sites for the migratory ground-nesting birds, according to the San Diego Association of Governments. -
Historically, Black bears were the biggest predator to travel the Big Bend area of Texas. But overhunting and habitat loss led to their decline. -
"This release is an exciting step forward for bat conservation in our region, SDHS Wildlife Medical Supervisor Marie Bosch said in a statement. "Being able to track a species that is both migratory and arboreal will deepen our understanding of their needs and behaviors in Southern California."
