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.
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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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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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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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‘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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Bend emergency vet is now 24/7 year-round
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting June 10th, Bend Animal Emergency Center will have emergency veterinary services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365…
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Special delivery: Street Dog Hero takes in kittens dropped off in a box at Bend Veterinary Clinic
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)) — An unexpected delivery of newborn kittens at Bend Veterinary Clinic has sparked a heartwarming rescue mission involving a local…
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Rhode Island police department adopts senior pit bull with cancer
WARWICK, R.I. (CNN) — The police chief said: “It was just kind of a natural thing like, we’re going to do everything we can to make the rest of this…
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Pet Pals: Noodles is a cute kitty as sweet as her name
Noodles is only about 9 weeks old, but this kitten at the Humane Society of Central Oregon knows just how to get some loving…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Stoic, playful, happy or relaxed – they all rule
We have another great collection of your pet pics to share with everyone this week! You can join in the fun sweepstakes and see plenty of past…
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Fences For Fido and Madras Animal Hospital partner to bring free pet services to Warm Springs
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — With medicine and supplies in tow, a team from Madras Animal Hospital and Fences For Fido greeted dozens of Warm Springs…
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Problem Solvers: Central Oregon steps up as 14 dogs are seized in Lake County, with over 100 more likely to come
LAKE COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Dog hoarding is growing in rural areas of Southern Oregon’s Lake County, as 14 dogs were seized just this month, and 100…
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La Pine-area man accused of hitting dog with shovel arraigned on 2 charges; June plea hearing set
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A La Pine-area man seen on widely distributed video apparently striking his dog repeatedly with a shovel was arraigned on two…
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Pet Pals: Tina may be small, but this senior just might capture your heart
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wonderful things can come in small sizes. Take Tina, a special senior in need of a new, loving home and waiting at the Humane…
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Bend Park and Rec District and Bend Police teaming up on reminders about dog leash rules
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend has a reputation for making lists for its love of dogs; however, one of the most common complaints and pleas for help from…
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Problem Solvers: La Pine-area man arrested on animal abuse charges, 3 dogs seized after viral video sparks outrage
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to the Problem Solvers Wednesday that a La Pine-area man caught on camera apparently abusing his dog…
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‘Leash your pooches!’: Dog attacks on the rise in Central Oregon; father of young bite victim seeks tougher leash laws
(Update: adding video, comments from Deschutes County Health Services and Bend father) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – According to Deschutes County Health…
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