Monthly Archives: May 2022

Missy is a smart, people-loving pup • Tamarac Talk

By Agrippina Fadel Missy is a carefree woman who can’t wait to meet her perfect family. This gray and white American Staffordshire Terrier loves meeting new people and plays well with other dogs. According to Broward County Animal Care, Missy is four years old and weighs 62 pounds. She has …

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Hillsborough County – Hillsborough County Firefighters Create New Role to Support First Responder Mental Health

Chief Jose “Pep” Prado uses his experience and leadership to help firefighters in need Jerky 3 a.m. awakenings, the need to act quickly, and constant mental preparation are commonplace among firefighters. Middle of the night alarms come with the territory. For Fire Rescue Chief Health and Safety Officer Jose “Pep” …

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Shelby Humane gets ‘kill-free haven’ status

Shelby Humane, a non-profit organization founded in 1977 with a mission to rescue and rehome neglected and homeless pets in Shelby County, was recently granted “no-kill shelter” status after reaching a 97% live release rate for 2021. The shelter has found permanent homes for 2,024 animals, increased its housing space …

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Jalan Besar Cat Adoption Center lets you play with rescued kittens without cages for S$15/hour

Cat Paradise in Jalan Besar lets you play with rescued kittens for S$15/hour Adoption centers are usually quite simple. Visitors can check the pets in their cages to choose the one they have chosen. While this concept generally works, it may not allow for much physical interaction between prospective owners …

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Bolton resident dedicates her days to her dogs

Sarah Arnold | Article Correspondent BOLTON – Dogs are Cara Armor’s life and she loves it. “I could talk all day about dogs,” she said. “I love their sense of humor, everything to please us, and their willingness to figure out how to win in life. They’re loyal, they love …

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Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center Trustees Hire Director

Posted Thursday May. July 26, 2022, 9:45 a.m. Join 100,000 AFP followers on Facebook Buy an AFP subscription Subscribe to AFP podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Pandora News, press releases, letters to the editor: [email protected] Advertising inquiries: [email protected] Alidia Vane has been named the new director of the Shenandoah …

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Marshalltown Strong TNR manager retires | News, Sports, Jobs

CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Veterinarian Doctor Lindsey Bloomquist, left, and Marshalltown Strong TNR Executive Director and Founder Cara Jackson, right, pose for a photo with kittens brought to VCA Marshalltown Animal Hospital for a final wellness check before to be relocated. Jackson is retiring after four years at the …

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County Animal Services kennels are over 100% capacity, still pushed to the brink

We see a lot of dogs that were on the highway or in areas where it was obvious they didn’t live there – Kelli Mortensen, Sandoval County Animal Care Associate BERNALILLO — Sandoval County Animal Services is being pushed to the brink with stray animals in its care. The kennels …

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Mahoning County Dog Warden Needs Adopters and Supplies

(WKBN) – Animal Charity of Ohio is desperate for extra space to house all the dogs and cats they’ve had to take in, but they’re not alone. The people who run the Mahoning County Dog Warden’s Office said they have already housed 90 more animals so far this year than …

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Hoboken + Jersey City Rescue Dogs

Saving a dog is one of the most rewarding things you can do as an animal lover. Given that Hoboken and Jersey City are dog-friendly communities, it’s no surprise that both cities are home to many rescue puppies. We asked our Hoboken Girl readers to share photos of their rescues …

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Busting Common Pet Food Myths | Pets

Raw diets have made the rounds for humans and pets in recent years, with some accolades. For humans, a raw diet consists of unprocessed and uncooked foods with versions for vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores. While there are benefits to going the raw route, this type of diet can also lead …

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‘It’s an endless nightmare’: Crew of refugee rescue ship face jail | Migration

The crew of the rescue vessel Iuventa have been credited with saving 14,000 lives in the Mediterranean Sea. Yet far from being celebrated for their lifesaving work, four of the rescuers appeared in court in Italy over the weekend on charges that carry up to 20 years in prison. “It …

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Rescue groups cite limits in partnership with Texas Animal Services

TEXARKANA, Texas — A Texarkana code officer says the city is working to keep a tight leash on stray dogs. Part of that effort includes working with local relief groups, Zoning Administrator Laura Puckett said. “We use Dawn Smith. There’s Christina Tutt, Midnight Run Rescue and Mimi with Muttley Crew.” …

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Carol Ann Perry – Leavenworth Times

Carol Ann Perry, 78, of Leavenworth, died Wednesday May 18, 2022 at St. John’s Hospital. She was born on November 4, 1943, in Leavenworth, one of five children of Edwin and Edith (Overfield) Heintzelman. Carol graduated from Leavenworth High School. She worked for the Department of the Army, Munson Military …

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Dog park closed after animal dies in poison scare

Provided Aimee Hiini said she was devastated by the sudden death of her lead Labrador after a visit to Groynes Dog Park in Christchurch. A dog owner has been devastated after her Labrador retriever died following a visit to a popular dog walking park in Christchurch. Groynes Dog Park was …

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The Satellite Beach Community Center will host the Armed Forces Day Rescue Warrior 5K on May 21

Residence ” The Satellite Beach Community Center will host the Armed Forces Day Rescue Warrior 5K on May 21 5k should start at 7 am The annual Armed Forces Day celebration and 5k run is scheduled to take place Saturday at the David R. Schechter Community Center in Satellite Beach. …

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Abandoned Kittens Found In Back Of Garbage Truck In Heartbreaking Video

A garbage collector was shocked and dismayed to find three tiny abandoned kittens nestled among the rubbish in the back of his truck. Terence Taylor shared harrowing footage of the discovery on TikTok in a video that amassed more than 11.5 million views and comments expressing concern over how the …

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Tessie the sheep back at puppy training camp as Wrentham Police search for dog van thief | Local News

MANSFIELD – Tessie is doing well now and was back at puppy training camp on Wednesday. But the 6-month-old sheep was thirsty and hungry when she returned home on Tuesday evening, more than five hours after the dog van she was in was stolen from central Wrentham. Her owner, Linda …

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Williamson County Animal Shelter at full capacity

the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter (WCRAS) is experiencing a life-threatening crisis in medium to large adult dogs and is asking for the help of the local community to get through it. Compared to last year at this time, WCRAS has housed 200 more dogs, which creates a critical issue …

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North Carolina Public Animal Shelter 2021 Annual Report Released: Public Euthanasia Numbers for Cats and Dogs

Cats and dogs. Credit: Frank and Kay Whatley, Nadia Ethier According to figures from the 2021 Public Animal Shelters Report, released by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDA&CS) in the spring of 2022, public animal shelters in North Carolina euthanasia approximately 75,668 dogs and 89,029 cats …

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Here are the 10 most and least sociable lovable dog breeds – from the gregarious Golden Retriever to the shy Vizsla

Many of us have decided to welcome new puppies into our homes over the past couple of years – Kennel Club figures show the number of dog owners has soared nearly 8% and demand for four-legged friends after confinement remains high. There are 221 different purebred dog breeds to choose …

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Denver Animal Shelter Hosts Kitten and Puppy Shower

A mother and daughter walk in during a multi-rescue team search on Grays and Torreys PeakA mother and daughter who went missing for 3 hours over the weekend have found themselves in the way of rescue teams. 3 hours ago Warm start to the week with some developing thunderstormsWatch Dave …

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K-9 featured in Netflix’s ‘Rescued by Ruby’ euthanized

Local State police said Sunday that K-9 Ruby was shot Friday following a “sudden, acute and incurable illness.” She was 11 years old. In this file photo, Ruby, a K-9 working for the Rhode Island State Police and former shelter dog, stands in a stay outside the State Police barracks …

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NASCAR’s Alex Bowman donates to animal shelter

LEAVENWORTH, Kan. – Ahead of the race at Kansas Speedway this weekend, Ally Racing and NASCAR’s Alex Bowman will donate $4,800 to the Leavenworth County Humane Society in Lansing, KS. The donation is part of an initiative by Ally and Alex drivers of the No. 48 Hendrick Motors Chevrolet Camaro …

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Forget Goat Yoga – Dog Yoga Is The New Trend In New Jersey

Do you remember goat yoga? Do you remember how badly you wanted to take a yoga class with goats? Well, New Jersey has a better one for you. How about puppy yoga. It’s like goat yoga, but with dogs. Yoga goes to the dogs in New YorkGetty Images But beware, …

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80 licensed pet owners who are beyond delusional

Let’s get a few things straight from the start. Pets are not meant to be your status symbols. They’re not meant to be something you brag about just because of their cost. It’s not something you should haggle over online. And they’re not meant to be excuses for landlords to …

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Greyhound racing video edited after another dog dies from ‘catastrophic’ injury

123rf Eight greyhounds have died at racetracks so far this season, with five of the eight deaths occurring at Addington Raceway. (File photo) Greyhound Racing New Zealand edited racing footage to remove a fall that resulted in a greyhound being euthanized. Greyhound Epic Addi was found to have a broken …

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Dog found tied to a fire hydrant in Green Bay soon for adoption, what you need to know:

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) has answered some burning questions about the dog that has crept into people’s hearts in and out of Wisconsin. WHS shared an update on Tuesday about Baby Girl, a dog that was recently found tied to a fire hydrant in …

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Placer County animal shelters are overflowing – CBS Sacramento

Police release video of vehicle of interest in DoorDash driver’s murderModesto Police released new video on Monday showing a vehicle of interest believed to be linked to the fatal shooting of DoorDash driver Andrew Satavi last month. 5 hours ago CBS13 Investigates: In the wake of a fatal plane crash, …

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Healthy Dogs: These Are The 10 Adorable Puppy Breeds That Should Make Vet Visits Cheapest 🐶

Over the past two years, many of us have welcomed a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club has seen dog ownership increase nearly eight percent since the global pandemic began. But with 221 different purebred dog breeds to choose from, there’s a lot of thought to …

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Animal shelter guides pets through recovery

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A local animal shelter is helping to make healing a little easier for pets. At Cape Coral Animal Shelter, dogs are the center of attention. “I always tell people they have to be more interesting than anything on the planet and the way to do that …

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Goochland Rescue Dog Olympics and Adoption Event announced for May

GOOCHLAND COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Dog lovers and canine companions rejoice! A fun afternoon awaits you soon. The Rescue Dog Olympic and Adoption Event is scheduled to take place on May 21, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery located in 4100 Knolls Point Drive …

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Tallahassee shelter in critical condition overflowing with dogs

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – An urgent appeal to dog lovers, your help is needed. Tallahassee shelter is in critical condition overflowing with dogs Staff and volunteers scramble to try to adopt animals and avoid running out of space. Otherwise, they might be forced to take drastic action. Animal Shelter Foundation …

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City encourages adoption as animal shelters are full

He adds that the number of cats is a bit high, but nothing out of the ordinary. For dogs, however, it’s a bit more than they’re used to seeing at the same time. Community Animal Services staff noticed an increase in the number of animals dropped off around Christmas last …

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New Proposal Aims to Leash Pet Sales at New Braunfels ‘Puppy Mills’ | Community Alert

An amendment to the ordinance that would ban retail pet stores from obtaining and selling cats and dogs from commercial breeding establishments took a step forward Wednesday night. The recommendation of the New Braunfels Animal Services Advisory Board is now before City Council for consideration in two readings. The proposed …

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Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center extends shelter hours as kennels fill to capacity

NORFOLK, Va. – The Norfolk Animal Care and Adoption Center currently has a critical need for adoptions, as the warmer weather means the shelter’s kennels are filling. According to the NACC, there is limited space left in the kennel for incoming dogs — so if you’re interested, now is a …

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Placer County Animal Shelter Nears Full Capacity – CBS Sacramento

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ACCT Philly opens quarantine site after pneumovirus outbreak

ACCT Philly co-director Sarah Barnett showed up at work one morning in April to find eight people waiting to give up their dogs. The doors of the North Philadelphia Animal Shelter hadn’t even opened yet. Exasperated, she offered someone $50 out of her own pocket to see if that would …

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Appointments no longer required to adopt from LB animal shelters • Long Beach Post News

Shelters operated by appointment only to reduce foot traffic and make best use of their limited staff and dedicated volunteers. Recently they started allowing walk-in visitors on weekends. From now on, they will be open five days a week. “The neighboring agency [spcaLA] opens, and we felt it was important …

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These are the 10 adorable dog breeds most likely to suffer from post-pandemic separation anxiety – including the adorable Labrador Retriever 🐶

According to the Kennel Club, dog ownership had jumped nearly 8% during the pandemic as the lockdown meant people felt more empowered to open their homes to a new puppy. For all the latest dog news, photos, tips and information, join our Scotsdog Facebook group here This could come as …

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Contact Center Software Market to Grow at a CAGR of 23.2% by 2030, Driven by Growing Adoption of Cloud-Based and Virtual Contact Center Solutions | Grand View Research, Inc.

“Grand View Research, Inc. – Market Research and Consulting.” According to a new report from Grand View Research, companies are aggressively adopting contact center solutions as part of their efforts to improve customer service, contributing to the global growth of the contact center software industry. . Contact Center Software Industry …

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ARC rescues dogs threatened by drug cartel

LEBANON, Tenn. (WTVF) – Saving animals can be a difficult, even dangerous task. Even so, dealing with a violent drug cartel should not be part of the expectation. And yet, that’s exactly what Animal Rescue Corps faced in a harrowing recent rescue in Mexico. The situation is almost impossible to …

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Shelters near forest fires overrun with animals

LAS VEGAS, NM (KRQE) — As wildfires continue to burn across the state, animal shelters are overrun with animals seeking to escape the flames. “People found they had to evacuate and the animals were nowhere to be found,” said Bea Gallegos, of the Animal Welfare Coalition of northeast New Mexico. …

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Lake County News, CA – Helping Paws: Shepherds, Cattle Dogs and Pit Bulls

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Lake County Animal Care and Control has more new dogs, including several younger ones, waiting for their new families this week. Dogs available for adoption this week include mixes of Australian Cattle Dog, Belgian Malinois, Carolina Hound, Catahoula Leopard Dog, Chihuahua, French Bulldog, German Shepherd, Husky, …

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Ukrainians plead for rescue of Mariupol; Russian advance crawls

People fleeing the village of Ruska Lozova arrive at a checkpoint in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Friday, April 29, 2022. Hundreds of residents were evacuated to Kharkiv from the nearby village which had been under Russian occupation for more than a month. (AP Photo/Felipe Dana) Philip Dana PA KHARKIV, Ukraine Ukrainian forces …

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