Mobile dog gym in Bend helps pets stay active during winter
(Update: adding video, comments from pet owner) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Exercising your pets helps keep them happy and healthy, but taking your dog on a…
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‘I think it’s very exciting’: Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon offers brain surgery for pets
A dog is living a healthier life, thanks to a local veterinary brain surgery. The Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon is offering…
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Washington County cat tests positive for avian influenza H5N1; ODA has tips on how to protect your cat
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A cat in Washington County recently tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza (HPAI, more specifically avian…
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‘Furry Freight’: Helping over-populated shelters
Bend, Ore. (KTVZ) — A local nonprofit is moving dogs across the country to increase their chances of being adopted. Not all the dogs go to Central…
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COCC’s veterinary tech program set to double in size to help meet area’s demand
Big changes are on the way for Central Oregon Community College’s veterinary tech program in Redmond, which is set to double in size this…
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Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office seeks owner of black billy goat found in La Pine
La PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) – Attention, La Pine-area residents: Missing a black billy goat? The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office likely has it. The…
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Update: FDA issues alert to veterinarians warning of adverse side-effects from osteoarthritis drug Librela
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — KTVZ News has an update Friday on our previous reports about the sometimes tragic results from use of…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Our winter companions offer warmth
Whether out on a brisk walk or cuddling at home, our pets sure are great winter companions. See many more photos and submit your own for possible…
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Runaway Dogs: The forgotten cost of New Year’s celebrations
BEND, Ore. — (KTVZ) —   While New Year’s eve brought a lot of joy and excitement for most, it was not a fun night for some of the pets of…
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Holiday cheer for animals, families: HSCO hosting open house, free pet food and bed giveaway
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Humane Society of Central Oregon invites the community to celebrate the season of giving while making a difference for local…
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Pet Pals: Jojo & OZ want to be your next pet
If you are looking for a kitten who is as sweet as they are cute, look no further than Jojo and OZ. They both are looking for a forever home and will…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: This pup is on the naughty list
In this week’s edition of Pet Pics, find out which pets are naughty or nice. See many more and submit your own pet photos from the Contests tab at…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Every day’s a holiday with our wonderful pets around
One of the best year-round gifts we have are our pets, and sometimes they get into the holiday spirit, too. See many more and submit your own pet…
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Honoring Millie: New Oregon State Police K-9 gets very special new name in children’s contest
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon State Senior Trooper Scott Show needed an official name for his new drug-detection K-9. He had the idea to let Oregon…
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COCC vet techs holding pet food drive to benefit Redmond’s BrightSide Animal Center
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregon Community College’s veterinary technician program is staging a pet food drive to benefit Redmond’s BrightSide…
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‘Tons of Love’ and Giving Trees: Mud Bay aims for record-breaking holiday donations to NW animal shelters
OLYMPIA, Wash. (KTVZ) — Independent pet retailer Mud Bay is looking to propel record-breaking donations — including 15 tons of pet food — to…
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Special Thanksgiving dinner for animals at Humane Society of C.O.; also free pet food, beds for families in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Imagine a Thanksgiving where tails are wagging amongst purrs and barks of excitement. You’ll find that on Thanksgiving Day at…
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‘Finding Gobi’: More on the incredible true story, Monday on Community Conversations
Our Lynsey Harris had ultra marathon runner Dion Leonard and his furry companion Gobi in studio Friday for Monday’s Community Conversations. Check…
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Pet Pics Sweepstakes: Poppie has her eye on you
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…
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