Pet Pals: Meet Fantastic Finn
Every week KTVZ News teams up with the Humane Society of Central Oregon to get a pet adopted. If there’s one word to describe our latest featured…
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Saving Superman: Shelter hopes story of dog rescued from Texas flood debris will help save others
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Krypto the Superdog may steal the show in the new “Superman” movie, but it’s a dog named Superman who’s…
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Furry Friends: Ramona the raspy-voiced kitty
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Ramona, a 5-year-old grey shorthair cat who absolutely loves people and attention! Ramona was one…
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Heat can kill: As temperatures soar, Humane Society of Central Oregon has tips to keep your pets safe, comfortable
With temperatures soaring into the 90s and beyond, The Humane Society of Central Oregon would like to offer tips to keep your pet safe in the high…
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Central Oregon Symphony Association announces Dr. Travis Allen as new executive director
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Monday the Central Oregon Symphony Association announced that Dr. Travis Allen would be stepping up as the program’s new…
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Central Oregon animal shelters see increase in lost pets during July 4th holiday
Animals shelters throughout Central Oregon tend to see at least ten times the normal amount of intakes during the Fourth of July holiday.
Nationally,…
Deschutes County moves online dog licensing program to user-friendly platform, in bid to boost registration
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County is moving its online dog licensing program to DocuPet, simplifying the process for owners to license their…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon has some safety tips to share with Bend Pet Parade participants
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — While tradition calls for fun at the 4th of July Pet Parade, precautions are necessary for pets and people. The Humane Society…
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Redmond City Council to hold emergency meeting Tuesday on possible fireworks ban Ahead of 4th of July
REDMOND, Ore. [KTVZ] — Earlier this year, the Redmond City Council discussed a city-wide ban on the usage of 4th of July fireworks. Back then,…
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Furry Friends: Rocco the Doberman has a heart of gold
This week’s Furry Friend is Rocco, a 6-year-old Doberman looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Rocco is blind in both…
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DOUBLE TROUBLE: Adopt these two adorable black kitties, looking to snuggle up in a forever home
This weeks Pet Pals was twice the fun as Lynne with the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought two small, loving black kitties. They are sweet,…
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Ray Solley retires July 1st from leading Bend’s Tower Theatre: ‘We made some magic happen’
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — After 16 years at the helm of the Tower Theatre, Executive Director Ray Solley is taking his final bow.…
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Over 100 carcasses of snakes, lizards, tortoises and tarantulas found in abandoned La Pine-area home; owner arrested
A 65-year-old Bend-area man was arrested Thursday on 25 felony counts of first-degree animal neglect, more than eight months after a welfare check at…
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Furry Friends: Bronco is a mellow boy but loves to play tug-o-war!
This week’s Furry Friend is Bronco, a 6-year-old Pit Bull looking for his forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Bronco is short and…
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Problem Solvers: How Redmond Airport’s team is handling expansion, safety and security
(Update: Adding video) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Zachary Bass has served as the director of Redmond Airport for nine years, a job that feels like…
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A Florida program helps bond seniors with older pets
FORT MEYERS, Fla. (WINK via CNN) — A program on Florida’s Gulf Coast helps unite senior citizens with senior pets in need of a new home The Gulf…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: ‘Cute’ is the keyword, indeed
Our pets can get away with a lot of things some days – but one cute look, pose or smile, and a lot can be forgiven. Share your favorite photos with…
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‘The community is awesome!’ Donations pour in for evacuated animals staying at Deschutes County Fairgrounds
(Update: Adding video, comments) REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Pet Evacuation Team said late Tuesday it is now caring for 175 animals evacuated from…
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Pet Pals: Linda & Tina are the perfect companions for summer
We had two adorable kittens this week for Pet Pals. Meet Tina & Linda, the cutest kittens you’ll ever meet. They are new to the Humane Society…
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‘Summer of Love’ update: Fourth-grader’s special drawing gets a dog named ‘Dave’ adopted
A dog at the Humane Society found his fur-ever home this week, thanks to a La Pine fourth-grader’s…
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