The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the local cat population to plummet, according to Gina Christopher of the Have a Heart Humane Society. Have a Heart was founded in 2010 by Christopher’s parents, Ted and Chelley Kitzmiller. When his mother died in 2016, Christopher stepped up, working with other longtime volunteers, including Ruthanne Jennings, to keep […]
Below is a list of the best pet stores in Tampa. To help you find the best pet stores located near you in Tampa, we’ve put together our own list based on this rating point list. The best pet stores in Tampa: The top rated pet stores in Tampa, FL are: pet food supplier – […]
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — Humane Society of West Michigan invites you to meet a very dynamic duo, Angel and Antonio! These adorable purebred Dobermans are brother and sister. The one-year-old couple were part of a large-scale rescue and they are busy discovering the joys of becoming dogs. Both of these dogs have gorgeous fluffy coats, […]
Sandoval County Animal Services had to cancel its adoption event scheduled for Sunday. Problems arose in making arrangements. Animal care associate Kelli Mortensen said she hopes to host an adoption event soon. The county always has dogs and cats available for adoption, and people can arrange to meet any pet they wish to adopt. To […]
Cory Stottlemyer with BARC up for adoption Jessie (photo by Alex Rosa for OutSmart Magazine) VSory Stottlemyer believes that cats and dogs aren’t just pets, they’re part of the family. This compassionate Houston native is on a mission to make sure his family members get the care and respect they deserve. “From their daily needs […]
Since 1949, the Humane Society of Pinellas County has often become home before home for countless stray or unwanted pets. And most of the time, the animals housed at the Humane Society of Pinellas County (HSPC) facilities in Clearwater were kept in cages close together, sometimes without air conditioning or much room to interact with […]
HHave you noticed more cats in strollers lately? Or bumper stickers that read “I love my little dogs”? You can’t imagine it. More people are investing seriously time, money and attention to their pets. It’s a lot like parenting, but pets, not people. Can this kind of animal care really be considered parental? Or is […]
Do you love your pet? Did you know that “National Love Your Pet Day” takes place every year on February 20? There are many ways to show your love for your pet, such as a new bed, a new toy, or a favorite food or treat. If you own a dog, you can offer him […]
Give the gift of a loving home this Valentine’s month. The greatest gift you can give this month of love is a loving home to an adopted four-legged friend! And Supa Quick is helping to spread that love with its Adopt-a-Pet campaign. They urge people who are looking for a new pet to join the […]
Give the gift of a loving home this Valentine’s month. The greatest gift you can give this month of love is a loving home to an adopted four-legged friend! And Supa Quick is helping to spread that love with its Adopt-a-Pet campaign. They urge people who are looking for a new pet to join the […]
One of the consequences of the pandemic has proven to be the increase in the number of pet adoptions in Italy. Social distancing, which is also the root of much loneliness and depression, has increased the desire and need for companionship and affection. In addition, the pace of digital work, the development of new habits […]
The Hays County Commissioners Court has proclaimed February 2022 Spay and Neuter Awareness Month and urged all Hays County residents to help control pet overpopulation. This proclamation coincides with World Sterilization Day, launched on February 22, 1995. World Sterilization Day is an annual campaign recognized in nearly 70 countries around the world that aims to […]
COLUMBIA, MO (KMIZ) Animal welfare organizations are asking pet owners to take steps to ensure their pets are warm and safe ahead of a major winter storm that could dump more than a foot of snow on the center of the Missouri and dropping temperatures down to the teens and single digits. the The saving […]
GREENVILLE, NC (WNCT) — Finding a fur home for pets to adopt was the mission of the Carolina Animal Network, which hosted an event at Pet Supplies Plus in Greenville on Sunday. People came looking for a pet that needed a loving home. Some people have even traveled for hours to meet and bring home […]
A small dog undergoes dental surgery. Courtesy of San Diego Humane Society Imagine how you would feel if you stopped brushing your teeth for months and never saw the dentist. Not only would your mouth feel unhealthy, but you probably wouldn’t have many teeth in your old age! Because dental health is so important to […]
Good day, neighbors! It’s me again, Dan Casarella, your host for the Marietta Daily. First, today’s weather forecast: Cloudy, flurries; cold. Top: 28 Bottom: 8. Here are the two main stories from today in Marietta: If you’re looking for a furry companion this winter, Marietta Animal Shelters offers pets for adoption. Currently, many shelters in […]
The dogs have open fields and a pool to play. (Photos by Zara Flores/Community Impact Newspaper) On approximately 3 acres of land in San Marcos is My Buddy’s Pet Resort, an overnight boarding house for cats and dogs. The logo and namesake are based on owner and general manager Ken Jenkines’ dog, Buddy. Co-owner Clay […]
Marshall Pet Adoption Center is not a kill-free shelter The Marshall Pet Adoption Center (MPAC) is not a no-kill shelter, and it cannot become one without reducing its admissions. The MPAC has been essentially at full canine capacity since the day after it opened. That there was a pent-up demand for space came as no […]
Any pet owner who waits outside the vet’s office with a whining dog or complaining cat in the back seat is likely to blame their discomfort on new practices instituted by vets due to COVID-19 – and they may be right. Any pet owner who waits outside the vet’s office with a whining dog or […]
The Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau recently concluded a three-week pet supplies drive at for the benefit of the Freeborn County Humane Society. The reader was in response to a article in the Albert Lea Tribune newspaper where they explained the challenges that the shelter was in the face of a “full house,” supply […]
LENOIR – As the New Year approaches, people are thinking about how they can get involved in their community. One way to tell the difference is to adopt a pet from the Caldwell County Animal Shelter. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, “approximately 6.3 million pets enter US animal […]
LARGO – The final act of the Pinellas County Commission in 2021 was the approval of a one-year moratorium on the expansion of commercial locations for the retail sale of cats and dogs. The committee held its last meeting of the year on December 7. The moratorium was the last item on the agenda. The […]
Barley is the Longmont Humane Society’s Pet of the Week, November 6, 2021 (Longmont Humane Society / Courtesy Photo) Barley This sweet and intelligent 8 year old boy is looking for his perfect partner. Could it be you? Barley is a bright, mature dog who possesses excellent obedience skills, including advanced leash manners, as well […]
Press release: Champion Petfoods Champion Petfoods, an award-winning pet food manufacturer, donated over 3.7 million meals of ORIJEN and ACANA nutritious pet food to animal welfare organizations in 2021 to help cats and pets. dogs in need, the company announced today. Recipients include more than 40 local animal welfare organizations surrounding the kitchens in Acheson, […]
The Bastrop County Animal Shelter is running a special adoption offer of $ 22 for any dog or cat until December 31. Bastrop County Animal Services have reached crisis capacity more days than ever this year, said Ashley Hermans, director of the organization. The county animal shelter has 84 kennels, and as of December 10, […]
Christmas has arrived early for the thousands of animals in the Cape Town metro with the gift of compulsory sterilization for all cats and dogs over six months old. This much-anticipated and much-debated new and improved municipal animal care by-law (2021) speaks of several omissions in all previous versions, the most egregious of which was […]
(Photo of the Angels of Assisi) (Angels of Assisi Exit) Roanoke, VA – Come find your next best friend at the MEGA Pet Adoption Event and Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, December 11 (today), from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Berglund Center. Admission to the event and parking are free. There will also be […]
Still looking for gift ideas for Christmas? Several local businesses are teaming up with the Homeward Pet Adoption Center for a virtual sip and buy fundraiser this month. “Every year we have a number of organizations, especially during the holidays, that come to us and tell us they want to fundraise to benefit Homeward Pet,” […]
“Adopt don’t shop” is the automotive group’s mantra when it comes to welcoming new furry and undeniably cute members to a family. For the second time this year, the dealership is hosting a pet adoption event in conjunction with the office of Commissioner Joe Martinez and Adopt the Miami Animals. In February, Bean Automotive Group […]
Hot Springs Animal Services officials are hopeful that their fourth annual home adoption event scheduled for Friday night will be as successful as the previous three, the shelter coordinator said on Wednesday. “It was amazing,” Michelle Stone said of the annual event. “Last year we adopted almost every one of them. With COVID we didn’t […]
The city of Dallas has started a conversation about banning the sale of puppies and kittens in pet stores, in an effort to discourage cruel breeding practices. On December 6, a proposal was presented to the Dallas City Council Committee on Quality of Life, Arts and Culture. Called the Dallas Humane Pet Store Ordinance, it […]
The increasing prevalence of various diseases in companion animals, the high risk of medical emergencies and injuries, and the growing demand for pet health insurance to cover personal expenses are key factors fueling the growth of the market global The Global pet insurance market Is expected to reach $ 14.52 billion in 2028 and register […]
Hardin County Animal Care and Control is promoting its fifth Howliday Gift Campaign and Adoption Special. It’s a promotion that not only helps the animals in the facility find new homes, but also gives back to the children in the community. “We do this every year as a good way to promote the arrival of […]
Like Alice in Wonderland, Humphrey has come through the looking glass and everything is the opposite of what it once was. Judging by his appreciation for human attention, it’s clear that he’s already had plenty of opportunities to bask in petting. Before he arrived at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services Shelter, however, that […]
Newscast The Doña Ana Community College Education Club is accepting donations for children in need for the upcoming holiday season, the DACC said in a press release. The education club is sponsoring a family of four as part of the Jardin de los Niños Adopt-a-Family campaign. “Jardin de los Niños is more than a day […]
CASS LAKE, Minnesota – Animal neglect was such a problem on the Leech Lake Reservation in northern Minnesota, with basic services like spaying out of reach for many due to poverty and remoteness , that packs of stray dogs sometimes brought traffic to a stop on the main highway. Today, stray dogs are rare. Children […]
Good evening, Shreveport. It was an exciting week before Thanksgiving in the 318, as native son Richard Williams, whose biopic, “King Richard,” describing his methods of developing his daughters Serena and Venus into tennis royalty, debuted in the cinemas nationwide Friday. The film was the fourth most viewed box office release. Tackle the problem of […]
They still have a lot of love to give. Pets come with a stash of unconditional love for life. Take Sam, for example. The sweet senior cat lost his home when he was 20 after his person was transferred to a care facility; However, now that he’s been adopted, he loves chasing catnip toys and […]
Malu the border collie mix is a loving insect that enjoys cuddling. The 3 year old dog’s life philosophy seems to be “An honest heart and a positive attitude are the best way to make lifelong friends,” and he takes these truths to heart. According to her former owner, Malu is good with children of […]
The Stewart C. Meyer Harker Heights Public Library took viewers of its Virtual Family Night program on a behind-the-scenes virtual tour of the Harker Heights Pet Adoption Center last Thursday evening. Although it was originally filmed last year during the pandemic and the lockdown that followed, the tour was no less informative and entertaining, and […]
Pet ownership can be rewarding and therapeutic for seniors. Caring for an animal can bring joy, comfort, and companionship, which helps relieve stress and improve mental well-being. Building a relationship and being responsible for meeting a pet’s needs also creates a sense of purpose and provides structure to a daily routine. Here is an overview […]
A woman walks her dogs. Courtesy of Pixabay November is National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and what better way to celebrate than by opening your home to an elderly pet in need? Throughout the month, in a promotion sponsored by Purina, the San Diego Humanitarian Society reduces adoption fees by 50% for senior pets, […]
Cat lovers know that every stage of feline life should be cherished, with senior kittens holding a special place in our hearts. Currently, seven charming mature cats are awaiting adoption at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services Shelter in San Luis Obispo. To help these and other shelter animals find homes, adoption fees are […]
LOS ANGELES (CBSLA) – LA Animal Services is opening a third pet pantry at the North Central Animal Services Center on Sunday. The new pantry will be located at 3201 Lacy Street and will provide low-income pet owners with wet and dry dog or cat food. READ MORE: Ventura County DA: Martin Arias, accused of […]
Now is the time to start planning your pet care during the peak holiday season and meet Bailey, a young girl in search of her forever family. Halloween is over and that means the busy holiday season is now upon us. While many of us make plans for these, one thing that can go through […]
It’s safe to say that our pets hold a special place in our hearts, but over the past year and a half the bond has grown: they have become our colleagues, CEOs of the house, and family members. beloved. As such, our furry friends have apparently received extra special treatment since switching to remote working. […]
Lenny feels smaller than ever, which for a Chihuahua says a lot. This little guy longs for love and simplicity, but doubts his own worth. During his seven years of life, Lenny lived peacefully with five other Chihuahuas. Over the years, a few canine friends have passed away. In response, his humans decided to add […]
Marche Smith had a passion for animals and a vision – and she made it possible. CLEVELAND – She may be young, but she saw a need and started to fill it. Meet Marche Smith, owner of Fluff N Stuff, a Cleveland-based pet service company. Fluff N Stuff offers a range of services including boarding, […]
Provided Time staff Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is hosting an Adopt-A-Thon animal in partnership with the Humane Society of Northwest Indiana and Gary Animal Control on Saturday, October 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the southeast corner of the Hard Rock parking lot. People can meet the animals and complete adoption applications, […]
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Marc Ouellette came through his interest in turtles as many people did: through the pizza-loving quartet that crawled out of the sewers and into the hearts of children in the 80s. While the affection of some fans for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles waned, Ouellette stayed with him until adulthood. He started Little RES Q […]
Cute kittens Bob and Donna are uncertain about their future. For them, the life they had known ended when, as wanderers, they arrived at the San Luis Obispo County Animal Services Shelter and their unknown owner did not come to claim them. At first, they were afraid of life in a refuge. But thanks to […]
As Max Scherzer prepares to make his first start Wednesday as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers, he and his wife Erica are saying “thank you” to the DC community for supporting them during their seven years with the Nationals by paying all pets. adoption fees for any animal adopted to the Humane Rescue […]
Winner: San Antonio Humane Society 4804 Fredericksburg Road (210) 226-7461 sahumane.org Adding a four-legged friend to the family is a big decision, and having expert help is invaluable. The main complex of the San Antonio Humane Society in Fredericksburg is airy, spacious, and has been designed with the welfare of its resident animals at the […]
Whether it’s assessing his physical size or his ability to love, Hooch is a big boy. Four-year-old Hooch weighs just under 200 pounds. Honestly, he’s about the size of a miniature horse. Since mastiffs were bred to be devoted, it is ideal for those looking for an oversized four-legged companion. Due to his calm demeanor, […]
Bubbly Pets in Edinburgh (Photo: SWNS). Bubbly Pets on Minto Street in Edinburgh brings many interesting pet products to the UK market for the first time. Johnny Chui, 28, the owner who has 15 cats and five dogs, struggled to find the products he wanted for his pets in the UK. After constantly shipping products […]
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Many animal shelters say they have too many cats and dogs in need of homes. NPR’s Lulu Garcia-Navarro asks Cornell University’s Elizabeth Berliner what is behind the complaints. LULU GARCIA-NAVARRO, HTE: Remember, at the start of this pandemic, how many of us rushed to adopt pets so much that animal shelters almost emptied? Well, now […]
It has been widely reported that animal adoptions have increased during the pandemic across the country, with people spending more time at home and alone. Now we have local data to back that up – and in the Seattle area the cats have come out big winners. According to data from market research giant Nielsen, […]
Whether it’s a desire for companionship or extra time to kill, something about the past year is making a lot of people consider having a pet. Shelters, nonprofit rescues, private ranchers and pet stores have all seen increased demand for dogs since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. While you can purchase a pet from […]
The Humane League of Lancaster County will be hosting “Paws for a Cause” on Saturday May 22, a no-cost pet adoption event. Adoption fees for all cats, dogs and critters will be covered by event sponsors, Caliber Home Loans and Team Claire Chivington. Adoptions include Humane Pennsylvania’s 30 Day Adoption Health Supplement, Pre-Adoption Sterilization or […]
Whether you already have a beloved pet or are looking for the right person to add one (or two) to your family, there is something for everyone at the FOCCAS ‘Love Changes Everything’ adoption event. And the $ 10 microchip clinic on May 22. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. […]
All adoptable pets in the shelter, except puppies, can be adopted for $ 25, and the BISSELL Pet Foundation (BPF) will sponsor the remainder of the adoption fee. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The BISSELL Pet Foundation aims to “empty shelters“ reducing adoption fees by $ 25 or less through Sunday at 200 participating shelters and rescues […]
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INCLINE VILLAGE, Nevada (KOLO) – A local foundation makes it easier and cheaper to bring home a new furry member. the Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days The event allows Nevadans statewide to adopt a cat or dog free of charge from participating animal shelters or rescues, with funding from the Dave and Cheryl Duffield Foundation. “I […]
If you love animals, you know the joy and companionship that a pet can bring. Step into COVID-19, and it’s no wonder the demand for adoptions and foster families has exploded. “We do about 200 dog adoptions per year. Last year we made almost 400, so in 2020 we doubled our number of adoptions, ”said […]
Are you looking for a four-legged companion? The demand for pets is at an all time high, and there are dogs and cats that need homes forever. Finding a pet these days takes patience, persistence (check websites daily for updates!), And a loving home. Check out this handy guide to find out where and how […]
Seniors will team up with local shelters to help find “sustainable” homes for pets at an adoption event in Branson. Morningside of Branson Meadows will host a pet adoption day with pets from the Shepherd of the Hills Humane Society and Taney County Animal Control. The pet adoption party will be on April 9th. It […]
Pet ownership in Japan has exploded over the past decade, and the number of cats and dogs in Japan is now believed to exceed the number of children. That’s why you’re likely to find a crowd cooing over the high priced kittens and puppies in pet store windows across the country. According to a recent […]
Detroit pet store adds grooming after pandemic causes hardship for mobile groomer A pet groomer was in trouble during the pandemic. Now she works at a pet store in Detroit. DETROIT (FOX 2) – Latonya Smith’s business, LC’s Mobile Pet Spa, was hit hard when the pandemic prevented it from entering customers’ homes. She provided […]
One thing (among many others) that seems to have become clear over the past year is the fact that many of us crave connection and friendship. Although we’ve been more isolated from others, many Chicagoans have used the extra time at home (whether they’re working from home during the day or just not hanging out […]
CLEARWATER — As the bulldozer blade slammed into the first corner of the dilapidated Humane Society of Pinellas facility on Friday, CEO Jeff Voelpel pondered what was to come. The nonprofit is now beginning construction on a $4 million state-of-the-art animal adoption center, which will more than double the group’s capacity to rescue and treat […]
As part of the continued expansion of its pet offerings, Walmart has launched Walmart Pet Care, a full-service omnichannel initiative offering programs such as Walmart Pet Insurance, walk and child care all in one place. ‘animals. “We’re on a mission to help families live better – and that goes for pets, too,” noted Melody Richard, […]
Every day changes as COVID-19 impacts us. Auburn Valley Humane Society continues to monitor the current situation as uncertainty looms. AVHS opens 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for essential pet licensing, claims for owner-animal claims, and public filing of lost animals found within Auburn city limits. Animal adoptions are by appointment. Programming for SPOT (our […]
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – The Kentucky Humane Society will no longer have adoption facilities at Feeders Supply locations in the Louisville area. The organization will now centralize its adoptions at three key sites. You can adopt cats and dogs from KHS East Campus at 1000 Lyndon Lane, their Sam Swope Pet Treatment & Lifesaving Center […]
Proposed regulations for pet stores and breeders in Collier County are being sent back to the drawing board to seek more input from stakeholders. Commissioners voted 4-1 on Tuesday to delay a decision on proposed changes to the county’s animal control ordinance and ordered staff to hold another public meeting to hear from businesses and […]
Revised guidelines and regulations for pet stores and ranchers could arrive in Collier County in anticipation of the installation of a controversial pet store franchise, but animal advocates are not convinced the changes will do any good. Commissioners are expected to hear proposed changes to the county’s animal control ordinance on Tuesday, which – among […]
ALBANY — Pet store representatives are harassing lawmakers calling for a ban on the sale of dogs and felines in stores, arguing the proposal would deprive consumers of choice while boosting unregulated breeders. So far, only California and Maryland have banned the sale of dogs and cats in pet stores, although Maine is now considering […]
WILTON, NY (NEWS10) – There’s a new place to shop at Wilton Mall. HOPE Pet Adoption and Education Center is unlike any pet store you have ever seen. He epitomizes the phrase “adopt, don’t buy”. Its opening completes the loop of Wendy Mongillo’s journey. “The funny thing is that about 30 years ago I worked […]
WARWICK – The Humane Society of the United States has officially designated a pet store in Warwick as “Puppy Friendly” to recognize its commitment to only gifting cats and dogs from approved shelters and shelters. Representatives from the Humane Society, joined by several cats and a handful of dogs, gathered at All About Pets, 1800 […]
On the first day of adoptions, the queue at the Humanitarian Society was at the door. COLUMBUS – A bright future began on Wednesday for dogs who have seen dark days. In August, more than 278 animals, some dead, were collected by Columbus Humane in what the group called “devastating” conditions. Now, after weeks of […]
In honor of “Clear the Shelters” coming August 17th, we asked our NBC Chicago Facebook Audience, “Why did you decide to adopt your pet?” Their responses were filled with stories of love, camaraderie and lifelong friendship. Read them below. For more information on Chicago-area shelters participating in NBC’s Clear The Shelters animal adoption campaign and […]
UPDATE (3/4/19) – San Luis Obispo County Animal Services has said it has received documentation regarding Bark Adoption’s 501 C-3 status as it has requested from Animal Kingdom. However, it should take a few days for all of these documents to fully review, which means Animal Services is not taking any action against Animal Kingdom […]
Sandy Springs pet stores would not be allowed to sell dogs and cats from breeding facilities, and would only be allowed to accept pet adoptions from rescue organizations, under a new municipal law in preparation. No pet stores in the city currently sell such animals anyway, officials said at a Nov. 7 city council meeting. […]