UPDATE: Catoosa Co. firefighters rescue 56 people & over 100 pets, say water still rising

UPDATE: After three days of deployment to Kentucky to help with storm damage, the Catoosa County Fire Department says they have rescued or evacuated 56 people and more than 100 pets. Although many have been helped, the Department says waters continue to …

4 best practices on handling exotic pets

Learn more about Zenrelia here. Madonna Livingston, BVMS, MRCVS, and our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sat down to chat about all things exotic on this week's episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360 to talk about ways veterinary …

Pets on Set: Bambi

Meet Bambi! This energetic 2-year-old is looking for her forever home. She is a friendly, curious pup who just wants to run around and play. Canine Humane Network A new family who loves to hike or run would be a perfect fit for her. You probably noticed …

Joanna didn't want to fly her dogs in cargo - so she started a company to fly pets in private planes

When Joanna and Liam Maddison were considering returning to the UK from Australia they knew they didn't want to fly their three huskies by cargo. But despite doing extensive research, it was the only option. So in 2021, they started their own company …

Las Vegas fire displaces family and pets; Red Cross steps in to provide aid

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Las Vegas Fire & Rescue responded to a structure fire at 709 North Valley View Boulevard after receiving multiple calls at 4:41 p.m. on Wednesday. The fire occurred in a single-story residential structure, with flames reported from …

Apartment fire near Coral Ridge Mall displaces 22; several pets lost

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. CORALVILLE — Several pets were lost and 22 people were displaced by a Wednesday afternoon fire that charred a multifamily apartment building just south of the …

Paws for Pets: Owen the Dog

The science of pets as mental health therapy: A guide for first responders

First responders — firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, police officers and dispatchers — are often exposed to intense, emotionally draining situations. Chronic stress, sleep disruption and exposure to trauma are daily realities. While mental health services …

We Love Our Pampered Pets as Their Food Options Attest

There’s a lot of discussion about the high price of groceries, especially for families with children. One thing I haven’t heard about is the price of pet food. I keep seeing commercials on television about feeding dogs and cats so I decided to investigate. …

A Toad-ally Unexpected Danger: Protecting Pets From Toxic Amphibians