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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Poppie has her eye on you

November 20, 2024 9:38 pm KTVZ News Team

This week’s group of pet pics proves once again why cats and dogs are man’s (and woman’s) best friend. From grandkitty to the one eyed Poppie, it was…

Humane Society of Central Oregon offers tips to keep pets safe during high winds and stormy weather

November 19, 2024 9:10 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Humane Society of Central Oregon said Tuesday it would like to offer pet safety tips for the high winds hitting our area…

Mid-Oregon Credit Union’s Holiday Dough fundraiser back for 2024 season, benefits C.O. food pantries

November 19, 2024 2:16 pm KTVZ news sources

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Mid Oregon Credit Union invites the community to participate in its popular annual Holiday Dough fundraiser, supporting local…

Redmond Airport ready to kick off busy holiday season; travelers urged to allow extra time, show up 2 hours early

November 18, 2024 3:08 pm KTVZ news sources

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond Airport said Monday it anticipates another busy holiday travel season from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve.…

AAA: Planes, trains and automobiles will be stuffed with record Thanksgiving travelers; Bend still top NW destination

November 18, 2024 8:44 pm KTVZ news sources

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) – AAA projects 79.9 million Americans (23.6% of the population) will travel 50 miles or more from home for the Thanksgiving…

Community Conversations: OnPoint Community Credit Union offers tips for stress-free holiday spending

November 18, 2024 5:41 pm Lynsey Harris

Lynsey Harris sits down with OnPoint Community Credit Union Branch Manager Bonnie Pearce to discuss ways to budget finances during the busiest…

Here’s some tips on what to do if you find a stray, apparently abandoned cat

November 15, 2024 9:55 pm KTVZ News Team

A cat stuck in a tree, crying for help prompted us to get some tips for you on what to do in such situations to bring a stray, possibly abandoned cat…

Pet Pals: Lisa is looking to loot your heart

November 15, 2024 8:57 pm KTVZ News Team

Lisa is an 11-week-old dachshund English springer spaniel mix. She is only available Saturday, November 16th, at the Ruffwear Warehouse Sale starting…

Furry Friends: McQueen is a three-legged wonder

November 15, 2024 8:59 am Kelsey Merison

This week, meet McQueen, a year-old kitty who recently had to have a leg amputated, but his caring friends at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center say…

Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Our furry and feline friends frolic for fall fun

November 13, 2024 8:16 pm KTVZ News Team

Another week, another great Pet Pics Sweepstakes segment. If you wan to see our previous segments, a huge photo album or see your pet on TV (or…

This is the final holiday travel season before the REAL ID deadline takes effect; Oregon DMV has what you need to know

November 12, 2024 6:01 pm KTVZ news sources

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)– Thanksgiving and Christmas are among the busiest air travel days of the year, and this holiday season will be the last before…

Street Dog Hero hosts successful low-cost spay, neuter and wellness event for 95 animals in Christmas Valley

November 11, 2024 4:36 pm KTVZ news sources

CHRISTMAS VALLEY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Street Dog Hero, a Bend-based, dedicated animal rescue organization, successfully hosted its first-ever low-cost…

Pet Pals: Sweet puppy Ash could steal your heart – and all shepherds are a steal of a deal at HSCO on Saturday

November 8, 2024 10:43 pm Lynsey Harris

Ash is only 2 months old, but this German shepherd mix puppy could steal your heart and is waiting at the Humane Society of Central Oregon – and all…

‘We always need help’: Prineville shelter faced with crowding pleads for adoptions, fosters, volunteers

November 8, 2024 11:28 am Kelsey Merison

At the end of October, the Humane Society of the Ochocos was at 145% capacity for dogs, meaning they were forced to double and even triple up in…

Furry Friends: Gidget the Great can’t wait to meet you

November 8, 2024 8:52 am Kelsey Merison

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, we’re introducing you to Gidget, who could easily be mistaken for a bucking bronco the way he bounds around! He’s…

Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Halloween Edition brings lots of costumed fun

November 6, 2024 9:55 pm KTVZ News Team

We have some of your really sweet, cute pets to share this week, including some with fun Halloween costumes! You can see a photo album with many more…