Local Dog News
Stay up to date on everything happening in the Las Vegas dog community — from citywide initiatives and policy updates to breaking stories, rescue efforts, and neighborhood alerts. Whether it’s a new dog park opening, an important safety notice, or a local hero pup making headlines, this is where you’ll find the stories that matter most to Vegas dog owners.
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523 Dogs Struggle for Space as Las Vegas Shelter Hits Capacity Again
Las Vegas’s largest animal shelter is once again sounding the alarm. The Animal Foundation, which cares for hundreds of homeless pets daily, has reached a critical tipping point — 523 dogs now crowd the facility, with dozens more arriving every day. The situation has become so dire that without immediate community action, staff warn that euthanizing healthy, adoptable dogs could…
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Las Vegas Pet Sales Ban Nears Decisive Vote After Years of Controversy
After nearly a decade of heated debate, the Las Vegas City Council is preparing to make a defining decision on November 5, 2025 — one that could permanently reshape how the city’s pet industry operates. The proposed ordinance would prohibit the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores, but not immediately. Instead, the ban would apply to new businesses…
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Las Vegas Breaks Ground on New Dog Park in East Las Vegas
A long-awaited dog park is finally coming to East Las Vegas — and it’s set to transform the neighborhood’s recreational landscape by summer 2026. Las Vegas city officials have officially begun construction on the East Las Vegas Family Dog Park, a brand-new facility located beside East Las Vegas Family Park at 4484 E. Washington Avenue, near North Lamb Boulevard. The…
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Thefts Disrupt Search for Missing Dogs in Las Vegas — How You Can Help
When a dog goes missing in Las Vegas, time and resources are critical. Every tool, every volunteer, and every ounce of community support makes the difference between bringing a beloved pet home and another family left heartbroken. That’s why recent thefts targeting local rescuers are striking such a painful blow. Paws Patrol LV, a volunteer-led group dedicated to searching, rescuing,…
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Las Vegas Shelter Overcapacity: 168 Dogs in Four Days Push The Animal Foundation Past Its Limit
If you live in Las Vegas and love dogs, now is the time to step up. The Animal Foundation — Southern Nevada’s largest animal shelter — announced on September 11, 2025, that it has officially run out of dog kennel space. In just four days, 168 dogs entered the shelter, with more arriving daily, and officials warn that if immediate…
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Las Vegas Veterinarian Under Investigation for Unlicensed Puppy Sales
If you follow animal welfare news in Las Vegas, you know Clark County has been cracking down on unlicensed breeding and puppy sales. But what raised eyebrows recently is that the latest investigation doesn’t involve a backyard breeder — it involves a veterinarian. Dr. Christopher Yach of West Flamingo Animal Hospital is now under investigation by Clark County Animal Control…
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Las Vegas Man Arrested After Four Dogs Die in Hot Car
If you’ve ever wondered how anyone could forget a dog in a car during a Las Vegas summer, this tragic case offers a sobering, heartbreaking answer. On May 14, 2025, Michael Winkler, a 65-year-old Las Vegas resident, left four dogs — Snickers, Oakley, Ben, and Angel — trapped inside his vehicle parked in a garage for hours. By the time…
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