Bend coyote’s dog attack sparks concern among pet owners
Coyote sightings are fairly common in the Bend area, but after one coyote viciously attacked a dog recently, some pet owners are expressing concern…
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After 2 C.O. dogs caught in traps, owners urge stricter limits
Residents who enjoy activities like hiking or biking have encountered steel traps near trailheads, campgrounds and public areas. Some have reported…
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Lucy, stuck in icy Little Deschutes, got tail-wagging rescue
Lucy, a 5-year-old golden retriever, had better days than Friday, when she ended up clinging to the icy banks of the Little Deschutes River in La…
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Bucky, dog shot four times near Bend, adopted by Seattle family
Bucky, the dog who survived being shot four times near Bend last month, has found a new home. The parents of the man who found him drove 7.5 hours…
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Furry Friends: Timber is a ball of snuggleness
Timber, a very loving cat, is waiting at the BrightSide Animal Center in Redmond for a new, loving…
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UO study: To get pets adopted, focus on health – not cuteness – in ads
If they want more pets to find homes, pet adoption agencies should hit pause on words like “buddy” and “companion” in their advertising, according to…
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Pet Pals: Two cute bunnies pay a visit
They’re named for cereals – Cheerios and Captain Crunch – and these two bunny pals are among several waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon…
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Beaverton family of adopted kids adopts blind, abandoned kitten
BEAVERTON, Ore. (KGW) — The Lundin family is celebrating Christmas this year with a new furry family member. Ilene, a blind kitten who was rescued…
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Madras cat rescued after being put in plastic tote, abandoned
– A Madras cat was found placed in a plastic tote and abandoned just outside Deer Ridge state prison. No one knows how it got there — not even her…
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Pet Pals: Twinkie is a big, sweet great Dane
This 5-year-old great Dane may be the biggest Twinkie you’ve ever seen, but she’s a friendly dog who is waiting for a nice home at the Humane Society…
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Pet Pals: Pair of magically named kittens pay a visit
They’re called Houdini and Copperfield, and you can make their temporary status disappear by visiting the Humane Society of Central Oregon and giving…
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Furry Friends: ‘Turk’ a great Friday the 13th black cat
Black cats can be wonderful kitties – even on Friday the 13th, like this special cat with a special name – Turkington, waiting at Redmond’s…
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‘Oregon Loves Its Pets’ license plate to help spay-neuter programs
EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Eugene-based spay and neuter program is looking to raise funds with a special license plate that will attract attention from…
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Furry Friends: Two fun kittens visit
Kitten season isn’t quite over yet, including these two sweet ones, at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Pet Pals: Pair of frisky kittens visit
There’s a reason a cat food brand is called Friskies – Oliver and Romeo are prime examples, and about the last of the recent group of returned foster…
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Giving street dogs a second chance in Central Oregon
There are some unique animal rescue groups in Central Oregon that want to remind you it’s not just people who have something to be thankful…
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HSCO offers ‘Black Furday, Saturday’ adoption special
The Humane Society of Central Oregon is having a “Black Furday and Saturday” adoption special the 29th and 30th of November. Adopters on Black…
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Charlotte catches snowflakes in Sisters
Patti and Steve Janego shared this video of their dog, Charlotte, catching Thanksgiving…
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Prineville home to C.O.’s only ferret shelter
There’s only one animal shelter in Central Oregon focused on rehoming ferrets, and it’s located in Prineville.…
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Pet safety tips for the cold days ahead
As frigid, below-freezing temperatures and snow hit Central Oregon, the Humane Society of Central Oregon would like to remind people to provide extra…
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