Some days are harder than others, but “Just knowing at the end of the day that you are able to … help someone who is in need of assistance is very rewarding,” said Animal Protection Police Officer ...

In 2016, Fairfax County reclassified its personnel who enforce animal laws to “Animal Protection Police Officers.” In recent months, county officials have proposed elimination of that police position, ...

Many studies have shown that the public's attitudes toward animals and wildlife are changing, and this is leading to more policy initiatives focused on animal protection. However, few studies have ...