Jun. 2—A new pet store opened in Wyoming earlier this month, and it’s got some unique features that are sure to please dogs, cats and humans alike. The store, Green Dog Barkery, is situated in the corner of the Midway Shopping Center off of Wyoming Avenue, and is owned by Michele Pertl. Michelle’s husband, Scott, […]
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San Carlos woman celebrated for her unwavering support of pets, animals on reservation
A San Carlos woman known for providing care to pets and animals in her community was recognized by the Human Society of Arizona on Sunday, according to a news release. Julie Cassadore was announced as this year’s ‘More Than a Pet Community Hero,’ for her dedication to caring for animals through a rescue she founded, […]
San Carlos woman celebrated for her unwavering support of pets, animals on reservation
A San Carlos woman known for providing care to pets and animals in her community was recognized by the Human Society of Arizona on Sunday, according to a news release. Julie Cassadore was announced as this year’s ‘More Than a Pet Community Hero,’ for her dedication to caring for animals through a rescue she founded, […]
California could bar landlords from banning pets at some buildings. Which renters are affected?
Landlords at medium and large rental properties could no longer ban pets without a good reason under legislation that moved through the Assembly this week. The bill was originally aimed at helping most tenants with pets. But powerful housing interests got some big changes made. The housing groups pushed Assemblyman Matt Haney, D-San Francisco, the […]
Colossal wildfires burn across Canada, driving thousands of people to evacuate with kids, pets and precious belongings
Colossal wildfires burning across Canada over the last week have driven thousands of people to evacuate with their kids, pets and precious belongings in tow – many uncertain when they may be able to return home. Firefighters battling more than 100 blazes across the country could see temporary relief in some regions as a large […]
A Hilton Head guide to protect pets after a hurricane
May is Hurricane Preparedness Month. Have you done anything to prepare yet? It is essential for pet owners to keep their beloved animals’ best interests in mind as hurricane preparations are being made. If you have a pet, bringing them with you in the case of an evacuation is the best thing you could and […]
photos capture water rescues of people and pets and severe damage to homes
A woman reacts as she and others are evacuated by boat from their homes by Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputies on Friday in Conroe, Texas. (Jason Fochtman/Houston Chronicle via AP) Heavy rains and rising rivers in Southeast Texas near the Houston area have led to school closings, high-water rescues and mandatory evacuation orders. More than […]
Democratic governors admonish Noem for shooting her dog by posing with their pets
A group of Democratic governors mocked Gov. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) on social media after a passage from her upcoming book entered the spotlight over a story about killing her family dog. In the story, Noem describes getting frustrated with the nearly 14-month-old “Cricket,” a wirehaired pointer, during a hunting trip. The Democrats responded to the […]
Mandatory microchipping could free up shelters, reunite owners with lost pets
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The City of Wichita is considering several changes to pet ordinances. One of those would make it mandatory for pet owners to microchip their dogs and cats. Wichita Animal Services Supervisor Lt. Derek Purcell said less than 25% of the dogs and cats they pick up are reunited with their owners, […]
Travel Channel shows Palm Beach County is a pets’ paradise
Meet the North Jersey adoptable pets of the week for April 19: Dunkin and Clara
Meet NorthJersey.com’s adoptable pets of the week for April 19! Each week, NorthJersey.com would like to highlight adoptable animals from local shelters and rescues. If you foster, work at, or volunteer with a North Jersey animal shelter or rescue and know of some animals who are in need of a loving fur-ever home please send […]