Harming the animals: Why is Georgia ranked one of the worst states for wildlife protection?
Georgia's hundreds of animals could use some help as it was ranked as one of the worst in wildlife protection. Here are the ...
Bill filed to add chickens to dogfighting regulations in Georgia
If the bill passes, those organizing, betting on or watching chicken fights would face the same penalties as dogfighting ...
Georgia sees record-breaking case of dog fighting, animal cruelty
A man from the metro Atlanta area was recently sentenced to close to 500 years in prison for dog fighting and animal cruelty.
Public input sought for update to Georgia Dept. of Natural Resources wildlife conservation plan
Georgia boasts a rich biodiversity, ranking high in the nation for its variety of freshwater aquatic species and native ...
Bill seeks to restrict puppy mill sales
ATLANTA — A bill introduced in the state House would take on puppy mills, making it illegal to sell animals at certain sites.
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For this Georgia prosecutor, animal crimes often lead to a darker human pattern
Those who abuse animals often don’t stop there, Jessica Rock explained. Crimes against animals are often perpetrated in conjunction with violence toward humans.
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Georgia man sentenced to nearly 500 years for facilitating dog fights, abusing animals
It's the longest known sentence involving dog fighting anywhere, state animal crimes resource prosecutor Jessica K. Rock, also a special assistant U.S. attorney based in Georgia, said by email Monday.