UPDATE: The new police bloodhound has died unexpectedlynew police bloodhound has died unexpectedly. Original story below… ——— TOWSON, MD—The newest member of the Baltimore County Police Department has a bit more fur than their other recruits. The new bloodhound puppy is nine weeks old and is about to begin training with Officer Davies to become an official search and rescue […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Program confirmed this week that a horse in Baltimore County had tested positive for equine herpesvirus (EHV-1). Samples from the symptomatic horse were sent to the Frederick Animal Health Laboratory, where the non-neurotropic strain of EHV-1 was confirmed. The horse was euthanized on Thursday due to complications. The Baltimore County farm, which […]
NOTTINHAM, MD—Fall means cool weather and colorful foliage. It can also mean unpredictable wildlife. Deer mating season is right around the corner, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources urges motorists to stay alert for deer and other wildlife as these animals seek food supplies and mates before winter. “Deer greatly increase their movements during the breeding season from mid-October […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD – The Baltimore County Police Department says they have a furry friend who needs a home. On Wednesday evening, Officer Rivers found a dog that had been abandoned by the side of the road in the White Marsh area. “I took her back to the precinct where she got food, water, and lots of playtime,” said Officer Rivers. […]
FALLSTON, MD – A local animal shelter is out of room. The Humane Society of Harford County, located in Fallston, announced on Monday that they were out of room. “We need help,” officials posted on Facebook. “Our dog kennels are full so The Humane Society of Harford County is waiving dog adoption fees beginning today and until further notice.” Only […]
WHITE MARSH – Who says police officers only help humans? On Saturday, June 15, officers working the desk at the White Marsh Precinct of the Baltimore County Police Department were told of four baby ducks that were stuck inside a storm drain in the Giant parking lot on Honeygo Boulevard. Two officers jumped inside the drain to lift the baby […]
CARNEY, MD – The Baltimore County Department of Health is warning local residents after officials recovered a rabid raccoon this week. The dead animal was found in the 2700-block of Summit Avenue at Strabane Court (21234) on the evening of Wednesday, May 8, 2019. The animal tested positive for rabies. If you, your pet, or anyone you know has recently […]
The Maryland SPCA will be hosting their 6th Annual Kindness for Paws Art Show at White Marsh Mall in the Macy’s HOME court this February. This is an animal-welfare-inspired art collection by local students from various local schools. Artwork will be available in the Macy’s HOME court from Saturday, February 9th, through Sunday, February 17th. On Sunday, February 17th from […]