The story behind Desmond's Army is one of passion, dedication, and a clear mission to make a difference. In the latest episode of the DA Podcast , President Zilla Cannamela shares firsthand insights into how Desmond's Army began and the principles that guide it today, including the important Desmond's Law. This blog post takes you deeper into that conversation, revealing the origins, challenges, and vision that shape this unique community. By understanding Desmond's Army and

News 8 | by: Zuri Hoffman  | October 22, 2025 | WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — The Waterbury Police Department is investigating an alleged case of animal abuse caught on video . The video reportedly shows a man punching a small black and white dachshund while she was tied to a pole before dragging her down the street. The dog, which is now in the city’s custody, has minor injuries but is doing well overall. “I spoke to our animal control officers, and they say that the dog is hap

News 8 | by: Jareliz Diaz | October 3, 2025 a TORRINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Desmond’s Army Animal Law Advocates is offering a $5,000 reward for information on a husky that was found along a walking trail in Torrington. The dog was found on Wednesday, tied on a retractable leash to a picnic table behind John Toro Field, the nonprofit said. Anyone who recognizes the dog or knows who it belongs to is asked to contact Torrington Regional Animal Control at 860-485-9165.

NBC Connecticut | By Kevin Gaiss | October 1, 2025 | Abandoned animals continue to be a problem plaguing Connecticut. In just the last...

BLOOMFIELD, CT | Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates  | Aug 29, 2025 | Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates is offering a $5,000 reward...

WOODBURY, CT | Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates | Aug 22, 2025 | Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates is offering a $5,000 reward for...

Southington's animal control department said it had to euthanize this cancer-stricken dog that was abandoned in town this week. (Town of...

Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025, and remain in effect through at least...

WTNH | By Bailey Wright | Aug 5, 2025 | GLASTONBURY, Conn. — Desmond’s Army is offering a $5,000 reward for information about a dog found...

NBCCT | August 5, 2025 | A Winchester woman has been arrested in connection with a dog that has been missing for months. Sarah Smolak...

CT INSIDER | By Brigitte Ruthman ,Staff Writer | July 28, 2025 | WINSTED — Animal rights advocate and rescue rehabilitator Michele Walsh...

From noon on Monday, and will be in effect through Wednesday at 8 PM 7/27/2025 | Governor Ned Lamont | (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned...

Marshmallow, a young pitbull found abandoned and injured in a Brooklyn, N.Y., parking lot and turned over to Sarah Smolak of Winsted,...

Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates | July 15, 2025 | MERIDEN, Conn. — Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates is offering a...

From noon on Tuesday, July 15, to 8 PM on Friday, July 18, 2025. 7/14/2025 | Governor Ned Lamont | (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont...

Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates | Jun 25, 2025 | SHELTON – Desmond's Army Animal Law Advocates  is offering a $8,000 reward for...

From noon on Sunday, June 22, to 8 PM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. 6/18/2025 | Governor Ned Lamont | (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont...

New Haven Register | By Jessica Bravo ,Staff Writer | June 18, 2025 | WEST HAVEN — City personnel are searching for answers after a dog...

Manchester Animal Control seeks tips to find who abandoned a dog on Case Mountain. FOX 61 | By Glenn Kittle | June 10, 2025 MANCHESTER,...

News 8 WTNH  | by: Jareliz Diaz  | May 29, 2025 | SEYMOUR, Conn. (WTNH) — An animal advocacy group in Connecticut is offering a $5,000...