SB 6064 is the proposed bill to address the lack of pet-friendly housing in Washington state.

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

An introduction to the “Rights of Nature Movement” currently being used to combat crises in the environment. 

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

Community cats are one of the areas that needs review in a long-overdue update of the Seattle Municipal Code's section on animals.

The decision to adopt an animal or provide support for a business helping animals should be made with some knowledge about the institution.

A deeper dive into the City of Seattle's funding of Seattle Animal Services.

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

Much of the law covering animals in Seattle is 40 years old - or older. Our city embraces its furry family members - there are more...

This past Sunday, Seattle Animal Watch participated in the Domestic Violence Sunday service at the Magnolia United Church of Christ by...

Red-Eared Sliders (RES), scientific name Trachemys Scripta Elegans, are an aquatic turtle species sold as companion animals in Washington...

One of the overarching difficulties with prosecuting animal abusers is that the weight of the crimes never seems to match the frequently ...

Public disclosure requests, or PDRs, are a crucial tool for citizens and activists. PDRs give citizens the power to request information,...

The One Seattle Comprehensive Plan is undergoing an update and Seattle’s animals need our help. They are, once again, invisible in the...

Dear Friends, Animal welfare is invisible in the City of Seattle and we want to change that. Please join Seattle Animal Watch in...

If there is an immediate threat to the life of a human or animal, call 911 immediately. Protection or no contact orders cover pets in...

Animal cruelty and intimate partner violence (IPV) often go hand in hand. A perpetrator may use beloved animals to control and frighten...

A pathfinder is an organized body of material that identifies key resources and provides guidance in researching a particular question or...

In order to impact legal change at a local level, citizen activists need to understand and work within the processes used to create and...

The City of Seattle has amended the Seattle Municipal Code (SMC) to more fully address perpetrators of animal cruelty and neglect. This is i