Officials with Harris County Constable Precinct 1 said Oscar Junior Johnson is charged with two counts of felony animal cruelty and unlawful possession of a firearm.
In the wake of several violent dog attacks across the Houston area, questions are resurfacing about leash laws, ownership responsibility, and how local ordinances attempt to prevent tragedies.
KPRC 2 spoke with Behavior Enrichment Manager Kymee Bair of the Houston Humane Society to find out what someone should do if they see an aggressive dog coming their way.
Too hot or stormy to take your doggo for a walk, or no backyard? Here are some ideas to keep your pup from getting bored without having to deal with the notorious Texas heat!
Dogs took over Galveston’s 27th Street Beach for the 12th Annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition, drawing a record crowd and raising crucial funds for the Galveston Island Humane Society. From seasoned surfers to first-timers, these dogs made waves while supporting pet adoption, medical care, and spay/neuter programs.
The Houston SPCA’s animal cruelty investigators along with the Harris County Pct. 1 Constable’s Office said the floors of the home were covered in urine and piles of feces were scattered throughout the home.
Surf’s up and tails are wagging! The 12th Annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition returns to Galveston’s 27th Street Beach on Saturday, July 19, bringing four-legged surfers, beach fun, and community support for the Galveston Island Humane Society’s animal care programs.
Special K9 Inc., a nonprofit based in Montgomery County that deploys certified cadaver dogs across the U.S. and internationally. It's an all-volunteer team driven by one mission: to help families find their missing loved ones.
After devastating flooding caused massive destruction across the Texas Hill Country, the Houston Humane Society has answered the calls for help.
Two puppies seen in a viral video taken in Spring Branch showing a man choking one of the puppies by dangling it by its collar on Monday is now in the care of the woman who helped rescue them.
Fourth of July is tomorrow and if you're stressed out about your furry friends being stressed out over fireworks, we're getting some expert tips from our friend and dog trainer Stephanie Bennett and Alyssa Renteria from Believe in Dog to keep your pet safe and happy tomorrow night.
A video showing a man choking a puppy by dangling it by its collar on Monday in Spring Branch is now being investigated by the Houston Police Department.
TRAGIC! The van caught fire during the trip after they were fostered and rehabilitated in Houston. Four were able to be saved, but seven others sadly didn't make it.
Nicole Latour has received several calls from people claiming to have her dog, but they refuse to FaceTime her or meet in person, while demanding money.
A Liberty County commissioner who came under fire earlier this year for mocking dog advocates is now under investigation after being indicted on three counts, according to reports.
Surveillance video captured a bold and calculated theft at a Southeast Houston pet store this week, where three purebred puppies, a turtle, and hundreds of dollars in pet merchandise were stolen.
An elderly woman is receiving medical treatment after she was attacked by a rottweiler while walking her dog in northwest Houston.
This Friday, we’re celebrating National Pet Day — and it’s the purr-fect time to meet your future furry soulmate!
A woman drowned her dog in a Florida airport bathroom and then boarded her international flight after she was prevented from bringing the white miniature schnauzer with her because of a paperwork issue, authorities said.
A woman from the Fifth Ward is in the hospital fighting for her life after being viciously mauled by a pack of dogs. This type of attack has prompted BARC, the city’s animal shelter, to make changes in how it handles at-risk animals as they respond to an increase in calls.
Liberty County officials are holding the first of several promised workshops in the county to address the problem of stray dogs and other animal welfare-related issues in the county.
Lovable facility dogs Dexter, Declan, and Annie are spreading joy and comfort at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and TIRR Memorial Hermann this Valentine’s Day. These furry friends are delivering Valentines, collecting kisses, and warming hearts, showing that the best kind of love really does come with a wagging tail.
A rescue organization has intervened to save four senior dogs, Lucy, Lilly, Rose, and Rex, who were at risk of euthanasia at BARC Animal Shelter after being displaced by a house fire that resulted in the death of one owner and critically injured another.
A devastating fire destroyed a family’s home, claiming the lives of their six beloved dogs. Brothers John and Petilla Bass returned from the store to find black smoke pouring from their home. Despite desperate attempts, they were unable to save their pets.
A hot mic moment during a Liberty County Commissioners meeting has sparked outrage among animal advocates, after audio captured Judge Jay Knight and Commissioner David Whitmire mocking advocates following a public comment session on the county’s stray and loose-owned dog crisis.
A family in northwest Houston was left puzzled after a stranger left a box of puppies on their front porch in a seemingly random act.
Christmas decorations are still wrapped around the porch, but the rest of Sherry Newman’s home is left charred. The family of five′s Willis home was destroyed in a fire days before Christmas Day.
Severe thunderstorms and tornado warnings are affecting the Houston area, prompting a call for residents to share photos of the weather conditions with the community via Click2Pins.
Katrina Byrd is one of dozens of residents who alerted authorities on the stray dog attacks and was told she had the right to defend herself by shooting the dogs. When she did, she was put in handcuffs.
Residents across Liberty County are bringing their own solutions to county commissioners after ongoing issues with stray dogs and dog attacks.
Two of the most recent attacks occurred on Thanksgiving Day, further escalating the urgency for a solution. KPRC 2 reporter T.J. Parker witnessed the dangerous conditions firsthand while reporting live from the neighborhood
People with addiction often say a major reason they do not seek treatment is because of their pets: there’s simply no place for them to go.
A group of concerned citizens paid for a half-page advertisement to run in Sunday’s edition of the Conroe Courier, asking Conroe Mayor Duke Coon to hire trained personnel to run the city’s shelter.
Drivers in The Woodlands were faced with a unique predicament on their daily commute, as a stray dog was found running in the middle of a highway.
Mango Shotta, a jalapeño mango tequila brand is offering one lucky person a frighteningly sweet deal! A year's supply of tequila, $20,000, dog toys, AND the prestigious title as their official mascot!
If you love dogs, dolphins or feel-good stories, we have just the thing for you!
Thousands of demonstrators have gathered in Istanbul to protest recent legislation that critics say is leading to the killing of stray dogs across Turkey.
Joshua Yuen, 24, has been charged with felony animal cruelty after allegedly killing one Chihuahua and severely injuring another on August 3, 2024.
Support staff at Houston Humane Society are in desperate need of a new air conditioner to continue serving the community.
Houston police say no charges have been filed, as of this writing, but Rover confirmed the sitter has been removed from the platform and is cooperating with the investigation.
Zoom Room is a new dog training facility in Sugar Land offering classes, playgroups, meet ups, dog parties, rescue groups, and lots more.
Recently, on his way home from work, he found two stray dogs and brought them home. Turns out, both strays were pregnant and now he's got 13 puppies - for a grand total of 15 dogs.
If you needed any proof that it has rained “cats and dogs” in northern Houston over the past week, look no further than a sinkhole in The Woodlands that trapped a pair of furry troublemakers yesterday.
Stephanie Bennett and our friends at Believe in Dog Training in The Heights have some fun ideas on how you and your pup can celebrate this special day.
BARC is overcapacity, and the Rescued Pets Movement wants to help, but it needs people in the Houston area to apply to foster animals.
The Houston Humane society is currently aiding in the recovery of 35 dogs that were rescued in a case of animal hoarding in northwest Harris County.
Sometimes you just need a good happy cry to get you threw your day, and this video of long lost brother dogs reuniting after 10 years will do just the trick.
Ahead of next week’s winter freeze in the Houston area, it’s a good practice to make sure your dogs are protected from the elements.
Twin activists and philanthropists Tena Lundquist Faust and Tama Lundquist take matters in their own hands to save animal from the streets of Houston. The growing stray problem poses both a public safety risk and a health crisis. The sisters give viewers the real, and raw footage as they hit the streets to save the animals they love.
Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward
The mysterious respiratory illness that may have sickened scores of dogs across the country could be caused by a new type of bacterial infection that may be very good at evading the canine immune system, researchers say. Some dogs have died from the illness, which starts with causes a cough that can last for weeks, runny eyes and sneezing.
An 83-year-old man is offering a $5,000 reward after having two of his French Bulldog puppies stolen during a sale gone wrong in west Harris County.
Just want a snuggle? Here's how to borrow a furry friend for the holidays that you can return afterward
KPRC 2 stopped by the Houston Humane Society to find out what someone should do if they see an aggressive dog coming their way. We spoke with Behavior Enrichment Manager Kymee Bair.
A Liberty County woman is grateful to be alive after a pack of dogs viciously attacked her.
A dozen dogs, including puppies are now safe and being prepped for adoption after being rescued from a property in San Jacinto County.
Little ol' Hitchcock of Galveston County is legit. The 'Dogs won the State 7 on 7 Tourney and the Class 3A State Basketball Tournament. These guys are a bunch of dogs and top our list.
The Northwest Volunteer Fire Department said an animal cruelty report has been filed after several dogs were found dumped and left in what they said were deplorable conditions at Station 42 in Bammel Oaks Estates in north Harris County.
Harris County Pets says its shelter is “significantly” over capacity, therefore all adoption fees for cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies are being waived for the time being.
During the month of April, the Houston Humane Society is offering $23 adoptions for pets that have been at the shelter for more than three months.
