A Toronto judge has stayed charges against a teen accused of killing a cat and injuring a raccoon, citing excessive delays by police and the Crown in providing evidence. Read the full ruling details.
A stabbing in downtown Toronto has left one man hospitalized. Police have made an arrest. Get the latest details on this developing incident.
An Edmonton judge has dismissed an appeal in a cat custody case, firmly stating that pet ownership is not equivalent to parenthood under the law. The ruling upholds a previous decision on the matter.
A Toronto judge has halted an animal cruelty case from 2024 due to disclosure delays, leaving the cat's owner stunned and Riverdale residents frustrated. Get the full story.
Toronto Police and the Ministry of Natural Resources are investigating after a deer was found shot with an arrow and mutilated in Park Lawn Cemetery on New Year's Day. Authorities seek public tips.
Two individuals have offered a combined $1.2 million in proposed sureties for a man charged in the Ryan Wedding case, as detailed in court documents. The case continues to unfold.
A deer was discovered deceased with an arrow in its body at Park Lawn Cemetery in Toronto. Authorities are investigating the incident as a potential case of illegal hunting or animal cruelty.
Six puppies in Washington state are recovering after a suspected fentanyl overdose. Firefighters used naloxone and CPR to save them, and some rescuers are now interested in adoption.
Ontario is considering a landmark ban on cosmetic animal surgeries like declawing cats and debarking dogs. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact on pet welfare.
Toronto Police now suspect foul play in the 2023 disappearance of Taron Stepanyan. The 'family man' vanished from his Scarborough home two days before Christmas. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Two years after Taron Stepanyan vanished from Scarborough, Toronto police now suspect foul play and have reclassified his disappearance as a homicide. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Toronto police now suspect foul play in the disappearance of Taron Stepanyan, upgrading the search to a homicide probe. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Animal rescue groups saved 41 cats from a hoarding situation in Wynyard, Sask. The director of Mozart Sympawthy Animal Sanctuary is calling for mandatory spay and neuter bylaws to prevent future cases.
A man accused in the Ryan Wedding case is asking an Ontario court to shield the identities of his sureties, arguing their safety is at risk. The request was filed on January 9, 2026.
A Moose Jaw man has been sentenced to four months in jail for his involvement in a case that led to a dog's death. The sentencing occurred in early January 2026.
A Saskatchewan cat rescue is pleading for support after rescuing over 30 felines from a dilapidated Wynyard hoarder home. Discover how you can help.
A Toronto man's appeal to have his pet returned has been denied by the court following an alleged online video where he threatened to kill the dog. The ruling was issued on January 6, 2026.
A Dartmouth dog groomer faces charges under the Animal Protection Act. The Nova Scotia SPCA investigation highlights standards for pet care businesses. Learn the details.
The Toronto Zoo announces the death of 13-year-old giraffe Kiko following an accident in its habitat. The community mourns the loss of the beloved animal.
Millions of farm animals die in climate disasters. An expert argues Canada must set national standards for animal evacuation and resilience as floods intensify.
Thunder Bay police have made arrests in the 2014 slaying of a local man, marking a breakthrough in a long-standing cold case. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Discover the specialized care techniques the Toronto Zoo employs to safeguard endangered species like red pandas during Canada's harsh winter plunges. Learn about their conservation mission.
Christine Abbott and Donna Slavin are wanted on dozens of animal cruelty charges after police discovered deceased dogs inside refrigerators at a Georgia home.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces multiple charges following a joint police and humane society investigation into repeated animal abuse and the theft of a dog from custody.
A 41-year-old Calgary man faces charges following a joint investigation by police and the humane society into multiple alleged animal abuse incidents involving a dog. His court date is set for January.
After nearly a decade, a Washington state cold case unit has secured a conviction for the 2016 murder of Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation carver George David. Discover how justice was finally served.
The Calgary Zoo announces the passing of Kwando, a beloved 14-year-old meerkat. The zoo community is mourning the loss of the charismatic animal.
Criminologist Michael Arntfield predicts more victims for serial killer Kenneth Leslie Smith, identified posthumously for three Toronto murders spanning 1982-1997. Read the chilling details.
Charges are dropped against a Quebec roadside zoo as part of a series exposing the dark side of private animal attractions. Discover the hidden costs beyond admission.
An investigation is ongoing after 32 cats were discovered abandoned in sealed plastic containers outside a B.C. SPCA facility on the Sunshine Coast. Authorities are urging the public for information.