Critter News

DECEMBER 15, 2010

The Humane Society of the United States, SPCA of East Texas and Humane Society of North Texas worked with the Smith County District Attorney's Office to rescue 50 horses from a Lindale property. 50 surviving horses were rescued. For the full story, go here to KLTV.com.

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JUNE 9, 2009

I hope this woman rots in jail, but I doubt that will happen in Texas. Authorities found the dog, a German shepherd mix named Bruce, in a small crate on March 18. They arrived after neighbors complained of a strong smell emanating from Martin's apartment in the 2800 block of Townbluff Drive in Plano.

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DECEMBER 7, 2008

Investigators found that dogfighting was on the rise in Texas and was much more widespread than they had expected. Tags: animal cruelty Texas dog fighting us. From the New York Times. It’s like the Saturday night poker game for hardened criminals,” said one of the undercover agents, Sgt. Disgusting and disturbing.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2009

In Defense of Animals has taken up the cause of Lucky the elephant, the only elephant at the San Antonio Zoo, alleging poor conditions and emotional distress. Tags: zoos animal cruelty Texas elephants. What amazes me is Lucky's age.49 49 years old. She has been at the San Antonio Zoo for 47 years. Is this right?

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