Pets Archives

Oregon Humane Society takes in over 250 guinea pigs from overwhelmed owner

December 19, 2020 12:12 pm The Associated Press

The Oregon Humane Society in Portland has taken in more than 250 guinea pigs from an overwhelmed pet owner.

Dog reunited with Bend woman after 10 days in the woods, traveling 16 miles

December 13, 2020 6:29 pm KTVZ

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 trying to find him, and she even created a Facebook page, ‘Finding Panda.’ Fortunately, one stranger was driving in the right place at the right time, making

Furry Friends: Shorty’s a sweet old soul

December 11, 2020 8:44 am KTVZ

Shorty, a special, affectionate senior cat, is waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center.

DCSO Rescue Ranch animals need new homes

December 8, 2020 9:46 pm KTVZ

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. Learn more at: https://sheriff.deschutes.org/community/animal-control/animals-for-adoption/

Holiday miracle in La Pine: Cat missing for four years is reunited with happy owner

November 30, 2020 5:47 pm KTVZ

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 years.

‘Holiday Tails’ Arts & Crafts Fair goes virtual, benefits Humane Society of C. Oregon

November 24, 2020 4:17 pm Barney Lerten

This holiday season, shop local, support artists and help homeless animals with online shopping during the Virtual Holiday Tails Arts & Crafts Fair from Wednesday, November 25 through Thursday, December 3.

Furry Friends: Meet Shay, a sweet 5-year-old Siamese

November 20, 2020 7:34 am KTVZ

Shay is a very sweet 5-year-old Siamese cat waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center.

Bend woman’s animal-detection dog reunites cats with wildfire evacuees

November 17, 2020 10:42 am KTVZ

Katie Albright and her 3-year-old dog, Franklin, are helping some wildfire evacuees reunite with their lost pets.

Redmond police release photos, seek owner of off-leash dog in fatal dog attack

November 11, 2020 12:01 pm Barney Lerten

Redmond police released two security-camera photos Wednesday in hopes the public can help them find a vehicle of interest regarding a recent fatal attack on a dog by an off-leash dog at American Legion Park.

Redmond PD to crack down, enforce off-leash dog laws after fatal attack

November 10, 2020 4:05 pm KTVZ News Partners

The Redmond Police Department said Thursday it will crack down on leash laws after receiving complaints regarding dogs being off-leash in public places and in one instance an off-leash dog attacked and killed another dog.

Humane Society of C.O. assists S. Oregon cat rescue

November 8, 2020 12:41 am KTVZ

The Humane Society of Central Oregon took in 20 stray cats from a Medford rescue organization when its trip to Portland for spaying and neutering was canceled.

Redmond veteran mourns dog killed by off-leash dog; now, she wants answers

November 2, 2020 7:59 pm KTVZ

Retracing her steps, Army and Air Force veteran Debra Slade on Monday revisited where she last took her dog, 10-year-old Tucker, over the weekend, when it was fatally attacked by another dog.

More than 600 Hawaii shelter dogs, cats flown across the Pacific to the NW

October 29, 2020 10:19 pm KTVZ News Partners

Hundreds of dogs and cats from overcrowded Hawaii shelters have been flown across the Pacific to less-crowded facilities on the U.S. mainland.

Bend outfitter assists Three Rivers Humane Society with donated collars, leash sets

October 27, 2020 4:55 pm KTVZ News Partners

Alpine Outfitters, Bend-based makers of handcrafted and high-quality gear for working and active dogs, has partnered with Three Rivers Humane Society.

Furry Friends: J.D. is a sweet youngster who’s full of energy

October 16, 2020 9:34 am KTVZ

J.D. is a very energetic 1-year-old blue heeler-cattle dog mix pup who just arrived at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center a few days ago.

Furry Friends: Bow is sweet Airedale terrier

October 9, 2020 8:00 am KTVZ

Bow is a very sweet 7-year-old Airedale terrier, just arrived and waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center.

Pet Pals: The cat currently known as Prince is waiting

October 2, 2020 6:38 pm KTVZ

This week, the Humane Society of Central Oregon presents Prince, a cuddly domestic shorthair who could star in your home.

Pet Pals: HSCO takes in 27 cats from shelters in wildfire areas

September 18, 2020 8:12 pm KTVZ

The Humane Society of Central Oregon in Bend has taken in 27 cats from shelters affected by Oregon’s wildfires.

Rescued Holiday Farm Fire animals in C.O.; some treated for burns, smoke inhalation

September 14, 2020 5:54 pm KTVZ

In addition to human evacuees, animals now are arriving and being cared for at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond after being rescued from fires around Oregon.

Donations pour in for fire evacuees and their pets; C.O drop-off locations arise

September 11, 2020 7:34 pm KTVZ

Wildfire evacuees are still arriving at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds from various fire-stricken areas around Oregon, and many Central Oregonians are stepping up to help them, as well as businesses and other organizations.