Pennsylvania SPCA has 10 former military and police dogs who need new homes
An effort is underway at the Pennsylvania SPCA to help 10 former military and law enforcement dogs find their forever homes.
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An effort is underway at the Pennsylvania SPCA to help 10 former military and law enforcement dogs find their forever homes.
Warmer weather means dogs are more likely to chew on grass, but is it safe for them to do so?
Want to strengthen the bond you have with your cat? Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson says you'll want to work on positive associations.
A study from Oregon State University finds that kids and dogs share a unique bond.
A study from Oregon State University finds that kids and dogs are a very special pairing. It found dogs synchronize their behavior with children and their adult caretakers. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has more in this week's Pet Project. __________ Subscribe on YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/CBSPHILLY Follow us on X: @CBSPhiladelphia Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cbsphiladelphia/ Follow us on TikTok: @CBSPhiladelphia Follow us on Instagram: @CBSPhiladelphia
It's National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day! We met a husky named Ranger after the Phillies' Ranger Suarez, a kitten named Meadow and many other adoptable pets at the Voorhees Animal Orphanage. Chandler Lutz reports.
A dog's body language, like a wagging tail, is an important sign in determining how they may be feeling.
Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson has a couple of tips to keep in mind if you're considering adding a furry friend to your family if you already have a dog or a cat at home.
According to veterinary experts, expensive pet food may not be all it's cracked up to be.
The Philadelphia animal shelter ACCT Philly is waiving adoption fees in an attempt to get pets adopted more quickly.
A study from the University of Georgia suggests fostering pets can help reduce the feeling of loneliness in older people.
Helpful tips on how to decode what your dog's bark means
This week ACCT Philly has a special offer: Dogs 40 pounds or larger can be adopted for just $10 starting Monday morning. The Philadelphia shelter needs to make space for a construction project.
ACCT Philly currently has over 100 dogs available for adoption and also takes in 20 to 25 new dogs daily, so the organization is running out of space.
Labrador Retrievers' insatiable appetites have been linked to genetic mutation and health complications.
Understanding a cat's body language is an important tool when interacting with feline friends.
All the dogs available for adoption have been in the PSPCA shelter for more than a year and have a track record of being very good boys and girls.
After being featured on the PSPCA's social media pages and here on CBS News Philadelphia, Leonard the cat was adopted Thursday afternoon.
Leonard the tuxedo cat, who has benign tumors on his face and ears, was adopted Thursday, the PSPCA says.
So to help get dogs into their fur-ever homes, the Pennsylvania SPCA is introducing "Test Drive" at its Philadelphia headquarters, a new foster-to-adopt program for prospective pet parents.
Dogs can use their incredible scent to detect health problems on humans, but according to the Tufts University veterinary school, humans can also use smell to possibly identify our pet's health problems.
Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center in Blackwood, New Jersey, wants to "neuter your ex" to help control the stray pet population in the community.
All dogs were adopted out of the Adams County SPCA shelter after it was completely full.
A pig who gained popularity earlier in December after being rescued off the streets of Philadelphia now has a new home.
A rescued pig now an office pet is looking for his forever home. Let us introduce you to Snoop Hogg.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Scattered showers are possible Monday in the Philadelphia area, and warmer temperatures are in sight.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
A man was shot and killed during a confrontation at a Royal Farms store in Northeast Philadelphia, police say.
Democrat Chris Rabb seemed to be a long shot running for a congressional seat in Philadelphia.
The body of a 27-year-old man was found in a pond along the 8500 block of Allemaengel Road on Saturday, the Lehigh County coroner said.
A man was found shot and killed at an apparent car meetup along the 4000 block of Rising Sun Avenue in North Philadelphia, police said Sunday.
A 39-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault after a foot pursuit ended with an officer-involved shooting in Kensington Saturday morning, police say.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Jason Mutschler was charged with killing his aunt, Vanessa Sturtevent, in Lumberton, New Jersey, officials say.
For the first time in its 45-year history, Collingswood's May Fair festival was canceled as rainy weather swept across the region.
More than a dozen kayakers were rescued from the water after being stranded along the Batsto River in the Wharton State Forest on Saturday.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
The Phillies lost to the Cleveland Guardians Sunday, with Brandon Marsh scoring Philadelphia's only run.
Zack Wheeler pitched six shutout innings as the Phillies defeated Cleveland, ending the Guardians' seven-game winning streak.
Kyle Busch, who won more races in NASCAR's top three series than anyone in history, died suddenly on Thursday.
Kyle Manzardo hit a pinch-hit homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift Cleveland to victory over the Phillies.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The Philadelphia area could see more showers Monday before things clear up and warmer temperatures move in. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast for Memorial Day.
Travelers at Farley Service Plaza in South Jersey on Sunday said the rainy weather put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans.
Two leucistic fawns were recently rescued in Greentown, Pennsylvania. The fawns, Dipper and Mabel, are getting care at the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center and will be released back into the wild when they are recovered.
The United States and Iran are close to reaching an agreement that would end the war, but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say they have concerns about the deal.
The Philadelphia area can expect more showers on Memorial Day, but warmer temperatures are on the way this week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.