Urge the City of Seattle to include animals in citywide planning efforts. As the human population grows, so will our pet population.

Pet care facility violations, fires, and suspensions spark calls for stronger oversight and transparency in animal welfare licensing.

Tacoma banned cat declawing, but Seattle, despite its animal-friendly reputation, hasn’t followed suit. Why is Seattle lagging behind?

Dog daycare fire in SODO led to lawsuits and proposed safety law. Suits settled; bill failed. Animal daycare regs now added to eCompliance.

There are a variety of reasons that someone may surrender a pet to a shelter. This article explores the reasons behind those surrenders.

Animal cruelty crimes and arrests are up year over year. This article explores other animal cruelty findings in WA's 2023 Crime Report.

Animal hoarding is a serious issues that strains animal shelter resources. This series explores the complexities of hoarding cases.

Animal hoarding is a serious issues that strains animal shelter resources. This series explores the complexities of hoarding cases.

Animal hoarding is a serious issues that strains animal shelter resources. This series explores the complexities of hoarding cases.

It’s not easy finding news about Seattle’s animals outside of feel-good stories, adoption pleas, and fundraising requests.

Join us in letting our local government know that we want animal services addressed in the next iteration of the One Seattle Plan.

Animal-related crimes are often difficult to prove “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Learn more about the burden of proof in this article.

The link between domestic violence & animal cruelty is strong. Legislatures can enact mandatory reporting requirements to police by vets.

The 2024 Session was short. The following bills made it through the legislative process: HB1961, HB1097, & HB1153.

Critical gaps in animal services planning will have a growing impact on Seattle as our population explodes.

A West Seattle case illustrates some of the problems prosecutors face in trying to hold people accountable for animal cruelty. 

Understanding how the courts work, and their rules, is crucial. Rules can influence case strategy, timing, and presentation of evidence.

Plea deals often occur in cases involving animal cruelty and neglect. It is vital that citizens understand this aspect of the legal process.

On December 5th, 2023 the Tacoma City Council passed a new law prohibiting the declawing of cats. 

Veterinary Social Work (VSW) is gaining in recognition and popularity. Washington State University, known for its veterinary program,...