A dog was left unattended and tied to a sign post in Braga Park near the Kay Street entrance, Newport police say.
Anyone who knows who the cat belongs to is asked to call the Potter League For Animals at 401-846-8276.
Pet owners have until April 30 to renew dog licenses, which require up-to-date rabies certificates.
Pet owners can get their cat or dog's rabies vaccine at the Potter League For Animals for just $10 each.
The pet photos with the most votes will be featured in the organization's 2023 calendar.
The city of Newport reminded residents to be ext aware during the last weeks of January, when mating season starts.
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The Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association will hold a clinic at the Middletown Department of Public Works.
The shelter dogs should be available for adoption within about a week.
The organization will lower adoption fees to just $25 for cats and dogs from July 9 to 11.
Terrified by fireworks, more dogs run away over the 4th of July weekend than any other time of year.
The organization asked for donations of dog and cat treats from the public, which are used for training.
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The winners will have their furry friends featured in the organization's 2021 calendar.
The dog was brought to the Potter League animal shelter in Middletown.
The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says 18 cats were rescued from a Kay Street home on Wednesday.