Furry Friends: Clara, the climbing kitty
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Clara, a small Tortoiseshell cat looking for her forever home at BrightSide Animal Center in…
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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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Tumalo chimp sanctuary closes after 30 years, sends its last four residents to Texas facility
TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) — Freedom for Great Apes, the Tumalo chimp sanctuary formerly known as Chimps Inc., has closed after its last four remaining…
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Small Business Spotlight: Bend restaurant making waves in Central Oregon’s food scene
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Here’s a story that’s sure to make you hungry, featuring a ‘modern cowboy steakhouse’ in Bend. And if you’re a Food…
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Street Dog Hero donates 500 lbs of dog food to support pets in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week, Street Dog Hero donated 500 pounds of dog food to help support pets whose families are facing financial hardship. The…
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Pet Pals: Mr. Brown is as sweet as Easter candy
Meet Mr. Brown! This charming, sociable guinea pig is currently looking for a forever home! Mr. Brown stopped by KTVZ dressed to impress in a full…
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Pet Pals: Mr. Brown is as sweet as Easter candy
Meet Mr. Brown! This charming, sociable guinea pig is currently looking for a forever home! Mr. Brown stopped by KTVZ dressed to impress in a full…
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Street Dog Hero donates 500 pounds of dog food to support pets in need across Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A total of 500 pounds of dog food have been donated throughout Central Oregon this week, thanks to local animal rescue Street…
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Furry Friends: Splash, the sweet boy
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Splash, a 2-year-old Terrier/mixed breed!Splash is a super-sweet boy with a very fitting name. He…
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Three-legged cat gets hip replacement with new technology
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A three-legged cat named Moira is making headlines after receiving a rare full hip replacement surgery at the Veterinary…
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Deadly virus confirmed in domestic rabbit population in Douglas County
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Agriculture said Wednesday it has confirmed Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV) in domestic rabbits in a…
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It’s Tax Filing Deadline Day: Oregon’s Department of Revenue has some reminders and tips on how to make it a success
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) –Midnight Tuesday night is the deadline to file tax year 2024 state and federal personal income tax returns, and the Oregon…
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Special edition of Pet Pals: Oliver needs a new home
In this week’s special edition of Pet Pals, Lynsey Harris and Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon introduce us to Oliver, one of…
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‘Kitten Shower’ planned Saturday at Humane Society of Central Oregon
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon is preparing for the upcoming adoption season with a brand new Kitten Shower on Saturday…
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Pet Pals: Lex is a super-sweet kitty with personality
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Lynne Ouchida of the Humane Society of Central Oregon brings Lex by the station and tells Lee Anderson she’ll be available for…
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Furry Friends: Juno the pocket pittie
This week’s Furry Friend is Juno, a 2-year-old pocket pittie looking for her forever home at Brightside Animal Center in Redmond. Juno is working on…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Cooper the cute corgi, and more
In this week’s Pet Pics Sweepstakes, we take a look at some adorable animals in Central Oregon, including pets enjoying the snow and the cutest…
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Time is running out: Tax Day is just two weeks away, and a million Oregonians have yet to file their returns
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly 1.2 million Oregonians have already filed their state personal income tax returns this year. But with just two weeks…
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Springtime brings major preparation for Hayden Homes Amphitheater ahead of busy summer concert season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– Hayden Homes Amphitheater is preparing for one of the busiest times of the year: summer concert season. This year touts nearly 50…
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Redmond residents invited to vote in 2025 People’s Choice Art Contest
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places invites residents to vote for their favorite sculpture in the 2025 People’s…
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