Shelter leaders denied the allegations, claiming they did their own investigation into the matter after the posts Tuesday.

Imagine being a therapist and sitting across from a client who casually admits to kicking their dog. They kick until the dog stops barking. As a therapist, you are bound by a sacred code of ...

A Missouri bill would add animal control officers as mandatory reporters of child and elder abuse. Animal abuse is often seen as a "predictor crime" for other types of abuse. Prosecutor Melesa Johnson ...

During their first argument, Christina's boyfriend kicked her cat, Luna. He later apologized, claiming she was “just in the wrong place.” Over time, however, the violence escalated — not just toward ...