Two separate Humane Rescue Alliance investigations into suspected animal cruelty in NW DC led to the rescue of seven dogs and five newborn puppies over a two day period under search and seizure warrants obtained by HRA Humane Law Enforcement officers. July 23: Alleged physical abuse rescue HRA rescued five dogs and five newborn puppies on Thursday, July 23 from an alleged physical abuse situation. The investigation began when a member of the public reported hearing dogs yelping,... Read More

Update July 24, 2020 Thank you to everyone who showed their support for Ladybell. We’re happy to share that she has moved to a foster home where she will be receiving round-the-clock care. In examining Ladybell, our medical team discovered that besides her injuries, she is also suffering from several other underlying conditions. She has hip dysplasia, several rotting teeth, arthritis and a spinal injury that prevents her from walking normally. Despite her injury, she is already... Read More

A Humane Rescue Alliance investigation into suspected animal cruelty in NE DC led to the rescue of a dog who is suspected of being abused yesterday under a search and seizure warrant obtained by HRA Humane Law Enforcement officers. The investigation began when a member of the public reported the animal, who rescuers named Cooper, was being kept outside without adequate shelter. Over the course of the investigation, HLE officers with HRA obtained additional information from multiple concerned... Read More