Pet Pals: JuJu Juliet wants to meet you
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This week on Pet Pals, our friend Lynne from the Humane Society of Central Oregon brought Juliet — or JuJu, for those lucky…
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Furry Friends: Rambunctious Chief needs a home!
Redmond, OR (KTVZ) — This week’s Furry Friend is Chief! He’s a one year old German Shepherd. This rambunctious pup is full of energy, love, and…
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Problem Solvers: La Pine-area man arrested on animal abuse charges, 3 dogs seized after viral video sparks outrage
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office confirmed to the Problem Solvers Wednesday that a La Pine-area man caught on camera apparently abusing his dog…
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Pet Pals: Princess Fiona
This week on Pet Pals we got to meet the adorable Fiona. She is ten years old and has a lot of life ahead of her. If you think you have the home…
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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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