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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Putting Names to the Votes: The Two Las Vegas Politicians Who Opposed the Pet Store Animal Sales Ban
When election time rolls around, voters should remember which Las Vegas City Council members stood against protecting animals from puppy mill-sourced pet stores. On November 5, 2025, the Las Vegas City Council voted 5-2 to approve an ordinance banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and potbellied pigs at pet stores. Here are the two council members…
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Nevada Pet Pantries Overwhelmed as Shutdown Leaves Families Desperate for Help
As the federal government shutdown drags into November 2025, a quieter crisis is unfolding across Nevada — one hitting not humans directly, but their beloved pets. With federal paychecks stalled and benefits delayed, thousands of dog and cat owners are turning to pet food pantries for the first time, forcing local animal welfare groups to stretch their resources to the…
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Vegas Pet Rescue Project Founder Launches Countersuit Over “Mistaken” Spending
The embattled founder of one of Las Vegas’s best-known animal rescues has filed a dramatic countersuit, claiming the board that ousted her has no authority and that disputed charges were either legitimate expenses or honest mistakes. Jamie Gregory, founder of the Vegas Pet Rescue Project (VPRP), launched her legal counterattack on November 4, 2025, less than a week after the…
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Henderson Man Faces Six Years in Prison After Dog Found Dead in Trash Bag
Henderson Police have arrested a 60-year-old man in connection with the heartbreaking death of a small dog found dumped in a trash can in the Inspirada neighborhood — a case that has shaken the community and drawn swift action under Nevada’s newly strengthened Reba’s Law. Authorities confirmed on Friday, November 7, 2025, that Randy Lee Katz, the former owner of…
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It’s Official: Las Vegas Bans Pet Store Animal Sales in Landmark 5–2 Vote
Las Vegas has made history. In a sweeping 5-2 vote on November 5, 2025, the City Council passed a groundbreaking ordinance banning the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and potbellied pigs in pet stores — a move animal advocates say will change the face of animal welfare across Southern Nevada. The decision followed years of fierce debate,…
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K-9 Marley’s Death Sparks Outrage as Officer Walks Free After Hot Car Tragedy
The death of K-9 Marley, a five-year-old black Labrador retriever who served with the Clark County School District Police Department, has left a community heartbroken and outraged after his handler escaped with no jail time. On October 28, 2025, Officer James Harris pleaded no contest to a single misdemeanor charge of confining an animal in a vehicle. Felony counts of…
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Small Terrier Found Dead in Trash as Police Launch Animal Cruelty Probe in Henderson
Henderson residents are reeling after the heartbreaking discovery of a small terrier found dead inside a garbage can in the quiet Inspirada neighborhood — an act police are now investigating under Nevada’s newly strengthened animal cruelty statute, Reba’s Law. The lifeless dog was discovered on November 4, 2025, sealed inside a black plastic trash bag that had been knotted shut…
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Free Pet Food Giveaway Offers Lifeline as SNAP Cuts Leave Las Vegas Pet Owners Struggling
As Las Vegas grapples with rising food insecurity and uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits, one local organization is proving that kindness can make all the difference. On Monday, November 10, 2025, The Animal Foundation will open its doors for a free emergency pet food giveaway, providing a crucial safety net for struggling pet owners. For many, it’s a lifeline. Behind every…
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Dog Taxes and DNA Databases – Italy Targets Pet Waste With Tourist Taxes
As Italy’s Bolzano Province considers a “fido tax,” cities worldwide debate whether charging dog owners — or empowering them — is the key to cleaner streets. When the Italian province of Bolzano announced plans to tax dogs roughly $2 per day for tourists and over $100 annually for residents, the backlash was swift. Animal advocates called the proposal “short-sighted and…
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How Nevada’s New Law Protects Dogs of All Breeds in Rental Housing
A new Nevada law takes aim at decades of breed discrimination in rental housing, giving dog owners across the state a long-awaited victory. For years, families were forced to make heartbreaking decisions — keep the dog they love or secure a roof over their heads. Landlords across Las Vegas, Reno, and beyond routinely turned away tenants with pit bulls, German…
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