Cute female puppy ‘Chloey’ found near Woodmont Library needs new home!

Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson tells us that “this cute girl was found at the Woodmont Library on Pacific Highway South, and a citizen saved her from being hit by vehicles.... [Read more]

Des Moines to Pay $50,000 in attorney’s fees for shooting of Rosie the Dog

by Ralph Nichols After almost two and a half agonizing years, the case of Rosie the Newfoundland is finally closed. U.S. District Court Judge James Robart has ordered the City of Des Moines to pay $50,000... [Read more]

The Case of Rosie the Newfoundland Ending with $51,000 Civil Settlement

The heartbreaking saga of Rosie the Newfoundland is almost over. Bellingham-based animal rights attorney Adam Karp announced Feb. 20 that the City of Des Moines and two police officers responsible for killing Rosie have offered to settle…

GOOD NEWS: Chesapeake Bay Retriever Puppy Finds New Home!

Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson shares this good news regarding a Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy that was found recently: “This cute Chesapeake Bay Retriever X Labrador Retriever... [Read more]

UPDATE: ‘Dickens’ the Dog has been Adopted, and is now Known as ‘Scruffy’!

UPDATE 9/6/12: Remember ‘Dickens,’ the cute dog found roaming around Des Moines’ North Hill with no ID? (we first posted bout him on Aug. 21) Well we’ve got good news – Des Moines... [Read more]

UPDATE: Snohomish Co. Judge Dismisses Appeal in Death of Rosie

by Ralph Nichols Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Richard T. Okrent Friday (March 9) dismissed an appeal to bring criminal charges against the two Des Moines Police officers who killed Rosie the Newfoundland. Rosie... [Read more]

Appeal in Case of Rosie the Newfoundland to be Heard Friday in Snohomish Court

by Ralph Nichols Superior Court Judge Richard T. Okrent will hear the continuation of an appeal in the case of Rosie the Newfoundland at 1 p.m. Friday (March 9) at the Snohomish County Courthouse in Everett. Rosie... [Read more]

UPDATE: ‘Licorice,’ a female Lab/Husky, FINDS forever home, thanks to us!

UPDATE 3/6/12: According to Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson, on Tuesday (March 6): Sweet “Licorice” has gone into her wonderful new home!  Thanks to everyone for helping... [Read more]

UPDATE: ‘Chili Pepper,’ A Dog Found Near The Marina, FINDS A Forever Home!

UPDATE FEB. 14th: Jan Magnuson, Master Animal Control Officer for the Des Moines Police Department, sends us this good Valentine’s Day news: Great News – Chili Pepper is now with his wonderful... [Read more]

UPDATE: Owner Reunited With Dog Found On 1st Ave South!

UPDATE 11/29/11: Photographer David Sharpe tells us that the dog he found Monday (Nov. 28) has been reunited with its owners! PREVIOUSLY: Photographer David Sharpe found the dog pictured above Monday... [Read more]

UPDATE: Cute Miniature Schnauzer ‘Nigel’ Finds A New Home!

UPDATE 11/29/11: Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson updates us that “Nigel,” the cute Miniature Schnauzer that was up for adoption, has found a new home! Here’s what... [Read more]

Snohomish County Superior Court To Hear Appeal In Rosie’s Case Thursday

by Ralph Nichols An appeal in the case of Rosie the Newfoundland will be heard by Snohomish County Superior Court Judge Kenneth L. Cowsert at 2 p.m. today (Nov. 3) in the county courthouse in Everett. Snohomish... [Read more]

UPDATE: Judge Rejects Petition For Criminal Charges In Dog Shooting Death

by Ralph Nichols Snohomish County District Court Presiding Judge Tam T. Bui has denied a motion to bring misdemeanor animal cruelty charges against two Des Moines Police officers who shot and killed Rosie... [Read more]

Judge’s Decision In Case Of Rosie The Newfoundland Delayed One Week

Snohomish County District Court Presiding Judge Tam T. Bui advised attorneys in the case of Rosie the Newfoundland Monday (Sept. 12) that “the Court is not able to render its Decision … today.” Judge... [Read more]

PHOTO: ‘Berkley’ The Stray Dog Is Happy In His New Home

Des Moines Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson sent us the following pic and update on ‘Berkley,’ a stray dog found at Highline Community College. Here is a cute pic of Berkley in his new... [Read more]

Judge Will Issue Written Decision On Whether To Dismiss “Rosie The Newfoundland” Case On Sept. 12

Snohomish County District Court Judge Tam T. Bui announced today (Aug. 2) that she will issue a written decision on whether to dismiss the case of Rosie the Newfoundland on Sept. 12. Oral arguments on... [Read more]

Motions To Dismiss “Rosie The Newfoundland” Case Set For Argument Tuesday In Snohomish Court

By Ralph Nichols Oral arguments on two motions to dismiss the case of Rosie the Newfoundland will be heard at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday (Aug. 2) by Snohomish County District Court Judge Tam T. Bui. The case centers... [Read more]

June 22 Hearing In Rosie’s Case Set For Snohomish County Court

by Ralph Nichols An initial hearing in connection with the Nov. 7 shooting death of Rosie the Newfoundland in Des Moines is now scheduled for Snohomish County District Court on June 22. District Court... [Read more]

‘Beardsley,’ A Dog Almost Hit By A Car On Pac Highway South, Needs A Home

Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson alerts us that ‘Beardsley,’ a cute Shih Tzu-type stray that was almost hit by a car on Pacific Highway South, needs a new home. ‘Beardsley’... [Read more]

UPDATE: ‘Wookie’ The Happy, Healthy, Outgoing Dog Gets Adopted

UPDATE 4/16/11: Des Moines Master Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson tells us that “’Wookie’ the dog went home with his new family Saturday (April 16) after having all his “doctoring”... [Read more]