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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At least six people were injured in shark attacks in the U.S. since the July Fourth weekend. Such attacks are actually rare, but experts say to stay calm and move away slowly if a shark approaches. -
The man's bizarre smuggling attempt included many non-native species of snakes stuffed into his pants, according to China's customs authority. -
Rhesus macaques on Cayo Santiago are known for being intolerant, hierarchical and aggressive. After 2017's Hurricane Maria destroyed their home, the monkeys' society underwent surprising changes. -
The pandas, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, are not on public display yet. But the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance on Tuesday released the first photos of the pair settling into their habitat. -
A mountain lion cub hit by a car last Thanksgiving was rehabilitated for seven months and released back into the wild with a GPS collar.
