9-year-old requests, gets Humane Society donations for her birthday
Timber, a local 9-year-old, said instead of birthday presents, she wanted donations for the Humane Society of Central Oregon – and boy, did she get…
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Horse reported stolen east of Bend: DCSO seeks tips from public
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office turned to the public for tips or information Monday after a horse was reported stolen east of Bend over the…
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Pet Pals: Sheldon’s an adorable guy who needs a new home
Sheldon is an 8-year-old chihuahua-terrier mix waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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Humane Society of Central Oregon celebrates 60th birthday
The Humane Society of Central Oregon (HSCO) is celebrating its 60th anniversary of serving the people and animals in our community. …
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Furry Friends: Meet Maya, a sweet, playful bull terrier
Maya is a sweet, loving and energetic 1-year-old bull terrier waiting for a new home (and lap) at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Pet Pals: Spice is a sweet senior kitty
Spice, a 10-year-old tabby waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central Oregon, can take a while to warm up to strangers, but once he…
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Furry Friends: Liberty is a fun pup to bring home
Liberty is a sweet 6-year-old pit bull mix at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center who’ll do just fine in lots of homes – maybe…
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Pet Pals: You’re no bunny ’til some bunny loves you
Poppy and Penelope are 3-month-old sisters who need a loving home together and are waiting for just that at the Humane Society of Central Oregon.…
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OSU study finds dogs sync their behavior with kids, but not as much as adults
Dogs synchronize their behavior with the children in their family, but not as much as they do with adults, a new study from Oregon State University…
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Pet Pals: Lucky needs a home, and love
Lucky is a 9-year-old Rottweiler-cattle dog mix who’s owner passed away. He waits at the Humane Society of Central Oregon and needs a loving home…
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Bend veterinarian seeing uptick in marijuana affecting dogs
Over the past three days, the Brookswood Animal Clinic in Bend has treated three dogs who came in looking drowsy and uncoordinated — all clinical…
Continue ReadingFDA expands Sportmix dog food recall after 70 dogs reportedly died
The Food and Drug Administration has expanded a recall and is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about high levels of aflatoxin in some…
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Pet Pals: Ollie is an active dog in need of a new home
Meet Ollie, a 3-year-old Jack Russell Terrier mix waiting for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
Continue ReadingAmerican Airlines will no longer allow emotional support animals
American Airlines says it will no longer allow emotional support animals, starting next…
Continue ReadingFDA issues pet food alert after 28 dogs are reported dead from toxin
The Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners about high levels of aflatoxin in some pet foods after 28 dogs reportedly died and eight…
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Oregon Humane Society takes in over 250 guinea pigs from overwhelmed owner
The Oregon Humane Society in Portland has taken in more than 250 guinea pigs from an overwhelmed pet…
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Dog reunited with Bend woman after 10 days in the woods, traveling 16 miles
A Bend woman was out for a birthday hike when her dog, Panda, took off running. She, along with many members of the community, spent over a week…
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Furry Friends: Shorty’s a sweet old soul
Shorty, a special, affectionate senior cat, is waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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DCSO Rescue Ranch animals need new homes
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Rescue Ranch has found new homes for more than 40 animals this year but still has several in need of adoption.…
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Holiday miracle in La Pine: Cat missing for four years is reunited with happy owner
A holiday miracle is at hand for a former La Pine resident who was reunited with her cat, Schrodinger, who has been missing for the past four…
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