This article explores what SAW learned from public disclosure requests for Seattle Animal Shelter revenue and expenditures from 2018-2023.

This article explores the reporting structure of animal services depts in other jurisdictions. Is FAS the right place for SAS to report?

SAS is implementing a 2 Year Roadmap to improve internal processes and morale. This deep dive covers foster care program improvements.

Seattle Animal Shelter’s 2-Year Roadmap focuses heavily on dogs while cat & critter programs are neglected.

Pet care facility violations, fires, and suspensions spark calls for stronger oversight and transparency in animal welfare licensing.

Tacoma banned cat declawing, but Seattle, despite its animal-friendly reputation, hasn’t followed suit. Why is Seattle lagging behind?

The Seattle Municipal Code language in Title 9 is antiquated and doesn't reflect today's world. It's time for an update!

A West Seattle case illustrates some of the problems prosecutors face in trying to hold people accountable for animal cruelty. 

When Federal and State Laws Collide We continue with our legal education series. Part 2 discusses a court case in which questions about...

Seattle Animal Watch believes that animal cruelty is an invisible issue in our communities. Part of the reason is that there is...

Dog fighting is an underground blood sport where dogs who have been bred, conditioned and trained to fight are pitted against each other...

Warning: Violence against a companion animal is discussed Question presented: Does the definition of "domestic violence" include "animal...

Tethering or chaining under most laws means that a person ties an animal (typically a dog) with a rope or line to a stationary object....

Seattle is a progressive city, and we love our furry family members. But that doesn't mean we don't see cases of animal cruelty. In fact,

The Seattle Municipal Code (SMC) includes a chapter, Title 9, specifically dealing with animal populations within the city limits. Our...