Dog News
Your central hub for the latest stories every Las Vegas dog owner should know. From breaking national headlines and important product recalls to local community updates, safety alerts, and feel-good stories, this is where national and local dog news come together — all in one place.
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Las Vegas Rescuers Overrun As Fireworks Send Dogs Fleeing
Animal rescue groups across Las Vegas were pushed to their limits on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, responding to a flood of frantic calls from families whose dogs fled homes and yards as fireworks lit up the sky. A new report from FOX5 reveals just how quickly celebrations turned into emergency search missions for local volunteers. While crowds…
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New Dog Park Approved for Reno Neighborhood After Years of Demand
Reno dog owners are set to gain a major new amenity after the City of Reno officially announced plans for the Wilkinson Dog Park Project, a purpose-built off-leash space scheduled to open in 2026. The park will be located inside Wilkinson Park on East Taylor Street and will be fully fenced, thoughtfully designed, and tailored specifically for dogs and their…
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Man Plans 100-Mile Walk On Nevada’s Loneliest Road For Forgotten Shelter Dogs
On one of the most remote highways in the United States, a man is preparing to walk 100 miles for dogs most people never notice. From January 5–8, Kris Rotonda, founder of national animal-advocacy group Jordan’s Way, will trek Nevada’s U.S. Route 50 (long branded “The Loneliest Road in America”) to spotlight the shelter dogs who have spent years being…
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Gold Star Distribution Recalls Multiple Pet and Consumer Products Over Contamination Concerns
Gold Star Distribution, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall of multiple FDA-regulated products, including pet food, after a federal inspection identified serious sanitation issues at one of its facilities. The recall affects products distributed in Minnesota, Indiana, and North Dakota and was published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on December 26, 2025. Why the Products Are Being Recalled…
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Florida Launches Statewide Animal Abuse Database to Protect Pets from Repeat Harm
Starting January, Florida will take a major step toward protecting animals who have already suffered abuse by launching a statewide animal abuse database — a tool designed to ensure pets are never returned to people who have harmed them. For the first time, shelters, rescues, and authorities across Florida will be able to check a centralized record of convicted animal…
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Newark Animal Shelter Urgently Seeks Foster Homes After Roof Collapse
A New Jersey animal shelter is urgently searching for foster homes after a structural failure left part of its facility unsafe for dogs. Associated Humane Societies (AHS) in Newark is asking the public to step in after heavy snowfall caused a roof collapse that damaged kennel areas and displaced dozens of dogs. Snowfall Causes Major Damage to Kennels Late Sunday…
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Outrage After Animal Control Officer Allegedly Strangles Senior Dog in Virginia
A disturbing case emerging from Culpeper, Virginia, has sent shockwaves through the rescue community after an animal control officer was charged in connection with the alleged choking of an elderly dog. Authorities say the incident occurred under the guise of administering medication, but witnesses describe a far more troubling scene. The officer, identified as Harley Hall, was formally charged on…
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Country Vet & Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits Recalled Over Potential Salmonella Contamination
Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of select dog biscuit products after routine FDA testing found potential Salmonella contamination. While no illnesses have been reported to date, the recall is being issued out of an abundance of caution to protect both pets and the people who handle their food. What Products Are Affected The recall applies to…
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Georgia Child Critically Injured After Bite by Family Dog at Neighborhood Pavillion
A family outing in Dallas, Georgia, turned tragic over the weekend after a 9-year-old child was bitten by the family dog at a neighborhood pavilion, leaving the child hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. According to Hoodline reports, law enforcement noted officers were dispatched to the Vista Lake subdivision pavilion in Paulding County around 12:24 p.m. on Saturday. Emergency crews arrived quickly…
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Shelter Dog With Heart Defect Finds Home in Las Vegas After 1,700-Mile Journey
A shelter dog born with a heart condition has beaten the odds after spending more than eight months overlooked in Tennessee before finding a forever home nearly 1,700 miles away in Las Vegas. Vinny, a mixed-breed pup with a congenital heart defect, was adopted just before the holidays after a Nevada family saw his story on television and social media…
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