Hesperia Animal Shelter: $40,000 Evaluation Sparks Debate Over Transparency  Victor Valley News – VVNG

Adopt your new bestie at the Cullman County Animal Shelter!  The Cullman Tribune

Rocky the bear rescued from abuse in Pakistan’s east and relocated to capital for medical treatment  The Santa Rosa Press Democrat

Animal welfare policies are too weak. Washington’s delegation should fix federal law | Opinion  AOL

Animal organizations unite to protect the voiceless from abuse with tougher penalties  Hong Kong Standard

Helping Paws: Shiba Inus and poodles  Lake County News

Dog found bleeding with stab wounds on lookout for loving home after remarkable recovery  Yahoo News UK

Rescues on the Runway to feature rescue dogs showing off Derby fashion  WLKY Louisville

NEPA Pet Expo & Animal Care Summit held at Viewmont Mall  WNEP Scranton/Wilkes-Barre

Texas zoo mourns giraffe’s death after severe injury during mating attempt  San Antonio Express-News