-
Months after San Diego’s Animal Services Department cut ties with the department heads, a new leadership duo will manage operations. -
Animal rescue groups and shelter officials are urging people not to buy live rabbits or baby chickens as Easter gifts for children as Sunday's holiday approaches. -
The departure of Vaughn Maurice, who led the San Diego County Department of Animal Services, came after the county cut ties with his second in command two weeks ago. -
The departure of Rachael Borrelli, who was second in command at the San Diego County Department of Animal Services, comes after KPBS uncovered an obscene message she sent regarding animals in the county’s care. -
Paw-tify Wrapped? Not exactly, but the San Diego Humane Society Monday released an overview of the most common dog breeds entering its facilities, including many considered "highly desirable." -
On Oct. 9, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that bans cats from being declawed statewide. Veterinarians can no longer declaw cats even if an owner wants the procedure to be done. -
The official, who oversaw the county’s animal shelters, complained of “shit dogs” and too few euthanasias in a voice recording. The county isn’t providing details about her employment status. -
The KPBS Day of the Dead Digital Altar is back this year. Submit a memory or message to a loved one who's passed with a photo, video or audio. -
At one shelter, kennels are hosed down with dogs inside them and the vast majority of dogs do not have beds, leaving them to sleep on concrete floors. -
As an intense late-summer heat wave descends on inland San Diego County Tuesday, the San Diego Humane Society reminded county residents to take precautions with their animals.
RELATED STORIES
Sign up for our newsletters!
Keep up with all the latest news, arts and culture, and TV highlights from KPBS.
- Mild weather to start the week in San Diego, chance for rain coming
- Video shows San Diego warship firing on Iranian cargo ship
- San Diego Mayor's proposed budget slashes arts and culture funding
- El Centro resident arrested for allegedly making online threats against data center developer
- 2026 Primary Election: Measure A – 'Non-Primary Homes' Tax