BILLINGS – CatVideoFest 2021, a movie that featured fun feline frivolity screened at the Babcock Theater in Billings over the weekend and a portion of the ticket sales went to the Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter. “It’s a bunch of different sets of funny cats and short videos, all compiled into …
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Complete NE FL shelter, free adoptions offered this weekend
[ad_1] Two shelters in Duval County have joined forces with PetSmart to find cats and dogs their permanent homes. JACKSONVILLE, Fla .– The Jacksonville Humane Society and Animal Welfare and Protection Services joined forces at PetSmart this weekend to find cats and dogs their permanent homes. Free adoption events were …
Read More »Sliwa proposes to give $ 1,000 to people who adopt a pet from a municipal shelter
[ad_1] He wants to throw them a bone. Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa proposes that the city cover $ 1,000 in pet expenses for anyone who rescues a dog or cat from euthanasia at a city shelter. The animal lover candidate – who lives in a studio with 15 rescued …
Read More »Prime K9 Sports Mid Summer Splash
[ad_1] WINCHESTER, Ky. – The dogs were getting ready for take off on Sunday afternoon at the Prime K9 Mid Summer Splash in Winchester. The event offers dogs a chance to stay active by doing dock dives and air scavenging exercises. What would you like to know Prime K9 Sports …
Read More »Indianapolis animal shelter waives adoption fees
[ad_1] Have you thought about adding a four legged friend to your family? There is no other moment than the present. Indianapolis Animal Care Services makes all adoptions free as they are out of space at their shelter on the south side, located at 2600 S. Harding St. “We’re almost …
Read More »UPDATE Videos Posted Following Investigation Involving County Treasurer and Lawyer Confrontation – The Advocate-Messenger
[ad_1] An alleged confrontation between the Boyle County Treasurer and a Lexington lawyer following a public hearing Tuesday night is being investigated by police and the county executive judge. After the Danville-Boyle County Board of Directors public hearing and subsequent approval of Parker’s Place dog kennel and grooming expansion, a …
Read More »Pets adopted during the pandemic are mostly staying in their new homes
SOUTH DAYTONA – Inside the Daytona rink, Benjamin, 2, walked the rink with what looked like a small bottle of champagne in his mouth. “Guess I’m going to have to buy him one now,” Allison Comport said of the squeaky toy with the words “Dog Perignonn Champagne” her English Bulldog …
Read More »Marines adopt DARPA force design software to build Corps for future combat
[ad_1] The Marine Corps Warfighting Lab now has a force design and testing software tool developed by the same agency that designed the stealth bomber and an early Internet version. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency recently announced that it is moving its prototype Resilient Operations Test Bench for Expeditionary …
Read More »Organization seeks to remove more than 50 animals from man on 10 counts of animal cruelty
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – The Companion Animal Protection Society has filed court documents to remove more than 50 animals from Kevin Vesterberg, who has been charged with 10 counts of animal cruelty. The Companion Animal Protection Society said Thousand Oaks, a California-based partner, has filed a lawsuit seeking possession of …
Read More »2 dogs die, more fell ill at unlicensed kennel in Pennsylvania: report
[ad_1] Several weeks after a Monroe County kennel owner was asked to close after a dog went missing and it was discovered she was operating the unlicensed dog-sitting business, further complaints have been filed. Perseus owner Pocono Pet Sitting near Kunkletown still operated the kennel, where two dogs have now …
Read More »Puppy Love at Animal Shelter Fundraiser | New
[ad_1] ANGLETON – By traveling the country to raise funds for various shelters, Jordan’s Way has raised $ 1.5 million since January 10 for shelters across the country. In state 29 of 50, founder Kris Rotonda stopped by the Angleton Animal Services Adoption Center. Rotonda met her best friend, the …
Read More »Marshalltown ARL Launches First Fundraiser | News, Sports, Jobs
[ad_1] TR Photo by Sam Stuve Marshalltown Animal Rescue League Director Mikaela Simpson and dog, Tiffany, pose for a photo at the ARL location in Marshalltown. The ARL is organizing its very first fundraiser, âDraws for Pawsâ, on July 31. The Marshalltown Animal Rescue League is hosting a new fundraiser …
Read More »Companion Animal Alliance Offers Money To Other Rescues By Taking Dogs From Program | Zechariah
In partnership with the national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society, Companion Animal Alliance is offering registered rescue partners $ 125 in compensation for each shelter animal pulled by the organizations until Friday, July 23. The incentive program aims to support rescue missions, animal services and shelters across the …
Read More »Police investigate after owners charged dog trainer with abuse, neglect after injuries and disappearances
[ad_1] Disappearance of dogs, injured animals: owners accuse trainer of igniting gas and cover up incidents SOUTH GATE, California – Dog owners in Encino, South Gate and Downey accuse DogFit23 of abuse and neglect. “When is it going to end? How many dogs are yet to be injured or lost,” …
Read More »Onaqui’s roundup ends with 307 horses in the process of adoption
[ad_1] 126 more of Utah’s beloved wild horses to be released in Tooele County (Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) A helicopter gathers wild horses near Utah’s Onaqui Mountains on Wednesday, July 14, 2021. The controversial roundup ended on Sunday, July 18, 2021 with the gathering of 435 horses, …
Read More »ARL and Des Moines police save four dogs from hot cars
[ad_1] Related video above: Summer temperatures increase dangers from hot cars The Iowa Animal Rescue League urged residents of central Iowa to protect their pets on Tuesday after rescuing four dogs from hot cars in the weekend course. According to the Iowa ARL, animal services officers and Des Moines Police …
Read More »Global Pet Boarding Services Market Report 2021 Market SWOT Analysis, Key Metrics, Forecast 2027: PetSmart, The Loudoun Pet Sitting Co
The report entitled “Global Pet Boarding Services Market: Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast 2021-2027“The use of various methodologies is aimed at examining and highlighting in-depth and precise data concerning the world Pet boarding service market. The report is divided into different well-defined sections to provide the reader …
Read More »Alliance dedicated to reducing the wild cat population | Winchester Star
WINCHESTER – A small network of community volunteers are working diligently to control the northern Shenandoah Valley wildcat population. the Community Cat Alliance (CCA), a non-profit, all-volunteer organization founded in 2014 as Community Cat Advocats, has captured and deexualed more than 3,500 cats living in the wild in Winchester and …
Read More »Shawnee animal shelter says many pets adopted during pandemic have returned
After a record year of pet adoption during the pandemic, many Kansas City area animal shelters say they are now seeing them being fired as their owners return to work. One-year-old Doberman Hank is one such comeback. “He was actually born into our care,” said Kaitlin Thompson, of Melissa’s Second …
Read More »Local animal shelters team up for Olympics-themed event to help animals find homes
CLEAR WATER, DUNN, CHIPPEWA COUNTIES, Wisconsin (WEAU) – As more than 200 countries gather later this month for the 2020 Summer Olympics, four Chippewa Valley animal welfare organizations – Bob’s House for Dogs, Chippewa County Humane Association, Dunn County Humane Society and Eau Claire County Humane Association – will come …
Read More »Homeless animal problem attributed to lack of sterilization / neutering services
LAS CRUCES – Have you noticed more cats and dogs roaming free? Animal care experts say they have noted an increase in the number of homeless animals in the city and the surrounding desert and suggest the trend may be related to the animal shelter not accommodating as many pets. …
Read More »Margaret Green Animal Rescue Show Returns In August
MARGARET Green Animal Rescue is hoping for an exceptional participation in its next dog show, which is scheduled for August 1st. The event, held at the Church Knowle Visitor Reception and Reception Center near Corfe Castle, is a major fundraiser for the organization, which welcomes homeless pets and strives to …
Read More »Franklin County Humane Society aims to raise $ 10,000 for new shelter
FRANKLIN CO., Ky. (WKYT) – The dogs and cats of the Franklin County Humane Society have a future that depends on us. The organization’s campaign hopes to bring the animals to a brand new shelter by July 2022. “We raised $ 1.1 million in one year during a pandemic,” said …
Read More »Miraculous recovery of a cat after being nearly euthanized in a shelter
A cat who was rescued from near certain death at a shelter in Paris, Texas has experienced a miraculous recovery. In a post on Reddit, jujukamoo explained how Henry the Cat was barely able to open his eyes when first taken into care, due to an issue with his eyelids …
Read More »The borough animal shelter receives an unusual and important private donation | Alaska News
An estate bequeaths $ 92,791.11 to the Fairbanks North Star Borough Animal Shelter. Lanien Livingston, the borough’s public information officer, said the estate wanted to remain anonymous. “It was the family’s desire not to have a lot of publicity around this gift,” Livingston wrote in an email. Because the donation …
Read More »Solar energy cuts animal shelter bills
A view of the Bartholomew County Humane Society’s new solar panel in Columbus, Indiana, pictured Wednesday, October 7, 2020. The solar panel is expected to offset about a third of the humanitarian society’s energy costs. Mike Wolanin | The Republic Mike Wolanin | The Republic With the onset of summer, …
Read More »Local Animal Shelters Team Up to Host ‘Kitten and Puppy Palooza’ Adoption Event – KNWA FOX24
EXCLUSIVE: “I think a whole bunch of people need to be fired. Huntsville student says ‘baptism’ continued after investigations began New / 23 hours ago Video Acting Chancellor and University of Arkansas Rector discuss Fulbright’s decisions at panel discussion New / 3 days ago Video Washington Co. jail sees increase …
Read More »Floods in Germany: Climate change moves to center of countryside as toll rises
BERLIN – As the death toll exceeds 160 and rescue efforts intensify, the one-time flooding that ravaged Germany and much of western Europe this week put the issue of climate change at the center on Saturday German politics and its campaign. for pivotal elections this autumn which will replace Chancellor …
Read More »Why Do Dogs Lick You?
Dogs that lick their owners or other people are often seen as a sign of affection and that the animal is comfortable around you. While this can be true in many cases, in some cases there may be other explanations for their licking. Why Do Dogs Lick You? Here we …
Read More »Provo City Council to Discuss Euthanasia Methods at Animal Shelter | Provo News
Provo City Council will discuss the method by which animals at the Southern Utah Valley Animal Shelter are euthanized during its working session on Tuesday. The Utah Animal Rights Coalition (UARC) has attended city council meetings throughout Utah County regarding the use of carbon monoxide to euthanize animals. The SUVAS …
Read More »Adopt one of these adorable Long Island pet cats
Register for our COVID-19 newsletter to stay up to date with the latest coronavirus news across New York City We’re not a kitten this week – with so many adorable kittens available for adoption, it’s easier than ever to find your new best friend, so head to your local shelter …
Read More »Long Beach bird rescue operation seeks to save elegant terns
It’s been a tough year for the Elegant Terns in Southern California. A drone crash in June forced around 3,000 elegant seabirds with their pointed orange beaks to abandon their eggs at the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve in Orange County. Experts say it is possible that many birds have set …
Read More »WMNF | Aiming for ‘No Kill’ in Animal Shelters Across Country, Says Best Friends CEO
Loading… July 16, 2021 through Duncan strauss and filed under News and Public Affairs, Other. Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society, the influential national animal welfare organization, and based in Kanab, Utah, explained in an interview with “Talking Animals” the rationale behind her “No Kill 2025”, a campaign …
Read More »Assessment Tool Improves Health and Readiness of Military Working Dogs | Vandenberg Air Base
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Recent renovations to the 1 Special Operations Security Forces Squadron kennel facility are improving the lives and well-being of military working dogs at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The upgrades are the result of Kennel Health Assessment 2.0, the Air Force Security Center’s online assessment system …
Read More »Kansas City Animal Shelters Overflow With Abandoned Animals As Residents Struggle Financial KCUR 89.3
It was a record summer for the KC Pet Project. The animal shelter welcomed its largest number of animals in June: 1,400, compared to the usual 1,000. It is one of the only shelters in Kansas City that is not allowed to refuse pets. And now it’s overflowing. Staff have …
Read More »Operation Rabbit Relief: Virginia animal shelters team up after more than 150 rabbits are rescued from VB’s home
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Three local animal shelters are teaming up to help spay and neuter some rabbits after more than 150 rabbits were rescued from a Virginia Beach home late last month. The rabbits were taken from an owner who needed help with the “overwhelming quantity” of rabbits …
Read More »Hundreds of people missing and at least 69 died in flooding in Western Europe
BERLIN – After a day of frantic rescue efforts and orders to evacuate cities rapidly filling with water released by severe storms, German authorities said Thursday evening that after confirming dozens of dead, they could not count at least 1,300 other people. The staggering figure was announced after swift water …
Read More »Westchester SPCA – NBC New York
What there is to know The owner of an animal shelter in Westchester has been arrested for allegedly stealing money intended for animals, the local SPCA said Thursday. Lisa Marie Birdsall, owner of Recycled Paws Rescue in Mohegan Lake, was charged with robbery on Tuesday. From January 5, 2020 to …
Read More »City Dogs Cleveland Reduces Adoption Fee Until July 18 To Find “Forever” Homes For Full Kennel
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Looking for your next best friend with four legs and a tail? There’s a full kennel in City Dogs Cleveland with reduced adoption fees to help find their “forever” home! City Dogs Cleveland said it had been a while since they reached capacity, but now they …
Read More »Operation Rabbit Relief: Local animal shelters team up after more than 150 rabbits are rescued from BV’s home
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – 3 local animal shelters are teaming up to help spay and neuter some rabbits after more than 150 rabbits were rescued from a Virginia Beach home late last month. The rabbits were taken from an owner who needed help with the “overwhelming quantity” of rabbits …
Read More »TAPS No-Kill animal shelter needs people to welcome puppies and kittens
BEIJING, Ill. (WMBD) – Executives of TAPS No-Kill Animal Shelter in Beijing says the shelter is overflowing. Executive Director Holly Crotty said they needed more people to accommodate puppies and kittens. She said that last week the staff brought in 16 puppies in one day. This is in addition to …
Read More »Tulsa animal shelters strike capacity after pandemic
Some animal shelters in Tulsa are begging the community to adopt pets as they are overrun with people donating their pets now that the COVID-19 pandemic is waning and people are busy again. Last year we told you stories about the increase in pet adoptions during the pandemic because people …
Read More »Darlington County Humane Society Launches Fundraising Campaign to Build New Shelter in Hartsville | New
On Monday evening, Darlington County Council received an information pack on the Raise the Woof Capital campaign to build the new Darlington County Humane Society in Hartsville. “Since 1997, the Darlington County Humane Society has cared for homeless animals in Darlington County from what was once the Darlington County Pound,” …
Read More »Here are the 13 most popular dog breeds in the UK
While there is a huge range of diverse breeds across the country, some are rarer in parks than others, according to research from outdoor clothing and gear retailer Millets. Only one Azawakh was registered with the Kennel Club in 2020, while fewer than 300 new Deerhounds, King Charles Spaniels or …
Read More »Seventeen States Urge U.S. Agency to Set Side Impact Standards for Child Car Seats
Cars pass along 15th Street in the central District of Columbia amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Washington, United States, August 11, 2020. REUTERS / Tom Brenner WASHINGTON, July 13 (Reuters) – Attorneys general for 17 states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday urged the United States’ National …
Read More »CAPA pet of the week: Goose | Pets
Goose is a 2 year old cream tabby domestic shorthair male available for adoption at the Santa Maria Animal Center. He is a cat who loves to be a feline. He tried to live in a house that was not stimulating enough for his kitten’s needs, and now he’s back …
Read More »Tyler Animal Shelter Partners with CASA for Kids East Texas to Help Children and Animals | Local News
Tyler’s Animal Control Supervisor Mary Fowler, who has worked at Tyler’s Animal Shelter for 17 years, has volunteered at CASA for Kids East Texas for almost three years in different fundraising capacities. She recently asked what CASA’s greatest need was and the response was immediate: backpacks and school supplies. That’s …
Read More »The 20 most affectionate small dog breeds
Being greeted by a loving canine companion is undoubtedly one of the great joys in life. Whether it’s affectionate licking or wagging their tails, dogs’ body language clearly shows just how devoted they are to their owners. Gina DiNardo, executive secretary of the American Kennel Club (AKC), believes that future …
Read More »Indiana animal shelter participates in Empty the Shelters event
OCHS has partnered with the Bissell Pet Foundation to reduce adoption fees. On Sunday morning, the shelter sent 15 pets to new homes. PAOLI, Ind. – The Bissell Pet Foundation tries to empty shelters all over the country. Participating shelters offer reduced adoption fees to find permanent homes for animals …
Read More »Metro Atlanta Animal Shelter & Rescue Secures Donation for New Van
The nonprofit works to place homeless animals in the south and transport the animals north to homes for adoption. ATLANTA – NASCAR driver Brandon Brown and new cryptocurrency Baby Dodge Coin donated $ 20,000 to an Atlanta subway animal rescue and shelter for a new van at Atlanta Motor Speedway …
Read More »Adopting a foster dog is just as hilarious as it is honest
Christine Clauder / PleaseAdoptHank.com This dog adoption ad is honest AF There is a dog for adoption and the adoptive mother is so tired of her shit, she created a whole site dedicated to finding him a home very quickly. The ad is different from most you will see for …
Read More »Meet Vernon Parish Animal Shelter’s Featured Animals of the Week: Willow & Jethro
The adoptable pets of the week at Vernon Parish Animal Shelter are Willow & Jethro. Willow is a husky mix estimated to be around 3 years old. She loves attention and looks for her forever home. Willow is playful and full of love to give. Jethro is estimated to be …
Read More »Kittens left in boxes outside Gilbert’s rescue, two die | Arizona News
GILBERT, AZ (3TV / CBS 5) – Two boxes of kittens were found sealed with duct tape outside an animal rescue in Gilbert on Tuesday, two of them have succumbed to the heat and the other three are recovering from heat-related issues. “Our hope in bringing this to the public …
Read More »In California, dogs fill shelters as pandemic lockdowns ease
LOS ANGELES, July 8 – Pet adoptions have increased during the coronavirus pandemic as people in detention seek companionship. But as the world has opened up again, the future looks less rosy for an increasing number of animals being sent to shelters or adoption centers by owners without the time …
Read More »Pandemic pets not returned to Tulsa animal shelter
Tulsa Animal Welfare does not see an increase in the number of pets returned due to the reopening of the economy. There is reports struggling shelters across the country as people return adopted pets during the pandemic, but that’s not happening in Tulsa. Kristin Barney is the Embed Program Director …
Read More »Dan River area animal shelters experience more surrenders after pandemic subsides | Local News
“We were happy to transfer dogs and puppies to them,” said General Manager Paulette Dean. “We also found one partner in particular who wanted to remove cats from us because their shelter had handled the stray cats.” Dean said the problem is now a “kitten explosion”. “As more shelters refuse …
Read More »Cookie, Brownie, and other pets for adoption at Phoenix-area shelters
Each year, approximately 6.5 million pets enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of these, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets for adoption at Valley shelters. …
Read More »Hancock County Commission May Bring Legal Action Against Animal Shelter Funds | News, Sports, Jobs
Craig Howell DISCUSSION – The Hancock County Commission convened for its regular meeting Thursday in the county courthouse. Officials are discussing a possible lawsuit over unused revenue from a previous levy in support of the county animal shelter. The matter will be considered at a meeting of the special committee …
Read More »Anderson animal shelter is overcrowded and calls for help
“We are in survival mode right now,” said the director of the shelter. ANDERSON, Ind. – An Anderson animal shelter is calling for help after several “hoarding” discoveries threatened their ability to provide services. The Animal Welfare League recently rescued 21 dogs from two cases of local hoarding in less …
Read More »Clayton E. Lietzke 1941-2021 | News, Sports, Jobs
NEW PHILADELPHIA – Clayton E. Lietzke, 80, known to all as Jeff, died Sunday morning July 4, 2021, after numerous health battles throughout the past year. Jeff was born in Alpena, Michigan on May 3, 1941, and was adopted by Venus and Melvin Lietzke of LaSalle, Michigan in 1950. He …
Read More »Canine distemper outbreak closes Maricopa County animal shelter
A highly contagious canine distemper outbreak in Maricopa County Animal Care and Control has caused its western shelterin Phoenixclose some of its buildings over the weekend. On July 2, the shelter announced there were several confirmed cases of distemper – a highly contagious and deadly virus – in its western …
Read More »Friends of Animal Shelter provides invaluable support to adoptees in need | New
Diana Hammock hugs a photo of her husband and sits with her beloved dog, Spencer, in her backyard. Redlands Community News Photo by Siw Heede The primary function of Redlands Friends of Shelter Animal (Friends) is to provide a network to welcome and find forever families for homeless animals, assist …
Read More »How to know if it’s too hot to walk your dog
As summer approaches and the temperatures rise as the sun sets, there are many potentially dangerous situations for dogs. One of the main concerns is leaving them in a hot car which can lead to heat stroke and in extreme cases death, but not so much like hot pavement which …
Read More »Many Kentucky and Indiana animal shelters at full capacity due to return of “pandemic pets”
Pandemic pets: Animals adopted during the pandemic to keep people company. However, as people return to work and life returns to semi-normal, local animal shelters say people are returning their pets at an alarming rate. The Animal Protection Association in Jeffersonville, Indiana, is nearing capacity with 35 cats. The no-kill …
Read More »Teacher at local elementary school combines passion for art and dogs to help rescue stray network animals – CBS Philly
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – After being welcomed and adopted by Stray Network Animal Rescue, Tara McFadden wanted to continue helping, but as a busy elementary school teacher she had no time. So, during the pandemic, she got creative. READ MORE: Pennsylvania man Alan William Byerly charged with attacking PA photographer and …
Read More »City council approves kennels for new shelter
TEXARKANA, Ark. – The city council on Tuesday approved the purchase of kennels for the new animal care and adoption center building under construction, one of the last steps before the facility opens. The board of directors unanimously voted for Direct Animal Products of Boyd, Texas, to build and install …
Read More »County Animal Shelter Supply Order Underway | New
CITY OF PLUS-HEAD – As residents enjoy the summer time with their pets, a group of county animal lovers want to make sure the animal shelter’s homeless animals are not forgotten. Ruth Jones and Sea Paws, a local pet supply company in Morehead City, are collecting pet supplies for the …
Read More »Memorial bricks, tiles available at Washington County / Johnson City Animal Shelter |
JOHNSON CITY – Pet owners now have a public way to commemorate their furry or feathered companions, or even their human friends, while also supporting the animal shelter. The Tribute Society allows people to remember their family members with a commemorative brick or tile. The bricks, which can be engraved …
Read More »Missing pets fill animal shelter after July 4 weekend – Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee
Nashville-Davidson, Tennessee 2021-07-06 22:48:00 – Clarksville, Tennessee (WTVF) – Fireworks make up the majority of Independence Day celebrations, but many pets are missing. Currently, the number of stray dogs and cats is increasing in animal shelters in some areas. âThis year has been inundated with barking dogs throughout the weekend,â …
Read More »Valley Junction cat cafe adopts more than 400 cats in 11 months
Mary Jankowski would have been happy if she could have found new homes for 100 cats in her first year of business at her Coffee Cats cafe in Valley Junction. Less than a month before her first birthday, however, the owner of the business saw more than 400 cats find …
Read More »Murders of Maggie Murdaugh and her son Paul bring ‘troubled’ marriage to Alex under the lens
ISLANDTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: On June 7, Margaret ‘Maggie’ Murdaugh, 52, and her son Paul Murdaugh, 22, were found shot dead in their family estate. According to current reports, Maggie and her husband Richard Alexander ‘Alex’ Murdaugh, a prominent South Carolina lawyer, may have been having marital problems at the time …
Read More »‘Stray’ dogs and cats flood animal shelter after fireworks – NBC 7 San Diego
The San Diego Humane Society tweeted Monday that at 2 p.m. it had taken in 92 “stray animals” since the morning of July 4. Officials at the animal shelter suspect that many of the creatures fled during the July 4 fireworks display on Sunday night, which took place across the …
Read More »Agencies work to reunite lost animals with their owners
By Lauren Brigman Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) – The American Kennel Club says more pets go missing on July 4th weekend than at any other time of year. Local animal rescue agencies are currently working to reunite lost animals with their owners. “We …
Read More »Tips to make your pet comfortable if he’s afraid of fireworks
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) – With July 4 fast approaching, many shelters are bracing for an influx of lost dogs. However, they do have a few suggestions on how to prevent your dog from running away. If you have a dog that’s afraid of fireworks, don’t let it set off in …
Read More »Pima Animal Care Center Experiencing Serious Overcrowding | Local News
“The goal is to have our own separate group of people who just do (trap, sterilize and release) stuff year round, because that’s a big need in this community,” Reck said. “The cats in the community are smart, they can survive, but they still need to be spayed and neutered.” …
Read More »Adopt a Pet: Frank & Smooch at Pound Buddies in Muskegon
Frank and Smooch are ready and waiting for their home forever. They are available for adoption from Pound Buddies in Muskegon. MUSKEGON, Michigan – Are you ready to adopt your new best friend? Pound Buddies Muskegon has sweet and adorable puppies who are ready for their homes forever. Frank, 10 …
Read More »Potter League helps save animals on one of the world’s largest emergency shelter animal transports
MIDDLETOWN, RI (WPRI) – More than 300 pets have been transported from El Paso in search of their new home forever, and for some that could mean Rhode Island. When El Paso Animal Services asked for help cleaning their shelter by sending an SOS (Support Our Shelter) in June, the …
Read More »Front Street Animal Shelter will waive claims fees
Dogs can also get sunburned. Here’s how to protect pets in the sun
If your dog has a pink nose, you may want to apply sunscreen to him. Dogs without fur, white fur or sparse hair are also at risk of sunburn, says a local veterinarian. “I have seen a lot of sunburn in dogs,” said Dr. Ashley Brooks, Williamson County veterinarian. “I …
Read More »No Vacancy: Lakelands Animal Shelters Encourage Adoptions Amid Overcrowding | New
Animal shelters are full and need help placing adoptable animals in loving homes. On Thursday, the Laurens County Animal Shelter announced it was at critical capacity, slashing adoption fees to $ 20 in a bid to boost adoptions. “We have dogs left and right,” said Courtney Braman at the Laurens …
Read More »Veterans and animal shelters ask you to shoot fireworks only during legal hours
QUAD CITIES (KWQC) – Veterans and animal shelters urge you to adhere to designated fireworks times and stop shooting fireworks before the weekend of July 4th. It is estimated anywhere from 11 to 30 percent of U.S. veterans have PTSD or post-traumatic stress disorder. This includes Ben Enlow who served …
Read More »Concerns Growing Over St. Louis County Animal Shelter After Family Dog Goes Disappeared | Saint-Louis news headlines
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (KMOV.com) – Kerry Obert says there is no care or control within the St. Louis County Animal Care and Control Center. “Your job is to control the animals and now mine is gone,” she said. Her dog Harley was sent to Animal Control in May after a …
Read More »Keeping Your Dog Calm During Fireworks | New
Fireworks cause many dogs to gasp, tremble, howl, bark, hide or run away in panic. WATERLOO – Dogs and fireworks don’t mix. While their humans may celebrate the holidays with bright fireworks and loud explosions, many dogs excessively pant, shake, howl, bark, hide, or run away in panic. Independence Day …
Read More »City of Amarillo animal shelter overcapacity, adoption of cats and kittens $ 5 | KAMR
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR / KCIT) – The City of Amarillo said his animal shelter was above capacity. With more litters coming in, they are working hard for good results for our dog and cat populations and more adoptions. “Honestly, we are way beyond our capabilities, both in the dog and …
Read More »Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary is in ‘Rescue Story’ documentary
The pandemic forced the Green Bay premiere of “Rescue Story: Saving Companion Animals” last year to drive to a church parking lot by makeshift car, but that didn’t stop Milo from stepping on the carpet. red. With a stretched limo as a backdrop, the dog with a face the cameras …
Read More »Find out what $ 550,000 will buy you in Endwell, New York
Wouldn’t it be nice to own a home in a city with a great school district, low crime rate, and close to places like the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, and New York City that you can get to in just a few hours? Endwell is a city that offers all of …
Read More »Eastern Europe was once a world leader in gay rights. Then he ran out of scapegoats
Pál lives in Budapest with her husband and young son, and says Hungary has made great strides in LGBTQ rights over the past two decades. He feels that society is becoming more and more open and tolerant of him and his family, which makes his life considerably better. “Maybe I …
Read More »Dog saves stuffed cat in zipped cooler near Arizona animal shelter
FOUNTAIN HILLS, Arizona – Thanks to a curious dog, this animal story had a happy ending. >> Read more trending news A husky discovered a zipped black cat in a cooler that was in a plastic bag outside an Arizona animal shelter, saving the feline, KTVK reported. “The cat was …
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