'What kind of world are we living in?': Local family devastated after pets were killed at a kennel
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A local family is devastated after their dogs were killed at a local kennel, a place they should have been safe. They dropped…
Vets want animal lovers to stop buying English bulldogs. Here's why.
Veterinarians are calling on animal lovers to stop buying English bulldogs, because of "major" concerns about their health.
Riverfront dog park name, design reveal on Saturday
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane Parks and Recreation Department will reveal the design and name of the future dog park in Riverfront Park on Saturday. The event will be at the Riverfront Park Forestry Shelter at noon. The reveal event…
Wolf pack kills calf in Ferry County, forcing decision on lethal control
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A wolf pack in northeastern Washington state has killed another calf, forcing the state Department of Fish and Wildlife to determine whether to cull the pack, officials said. The Togo pack of wolves has attacked three…
Dog that defended California owner from mountain lion dies
A 2½-year-old Belgian Malinois named Eva, a dog credited with defending her owner from a mountain lion attack in California last month, has died.
N.C. assistant DA: If barking dog's vocal cords removed, noise citations will be dropped
The barking of a Great Pyrenees named Leo has racked up more than $750 in noise violation citations and attorney fees, said his owner.
143 sheep killed fleeing from wolves in southwestern Idaho
Idaho wildlife officials say an attack by two wolves panicked a flock of sheep and 143 died after they ran into a gully where they were crushed and suffocated. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services on Thursday confirmed the sheep deaths in mid-May in southwestern Idaho in foothills north of Boise. The area is popular for recreation such as mountain biking and hiking, and also has deer, elk and large predators such as bears, mountain lions and wolves. Sheep owner Frank Shirts says it's the worst incident of wolf predation he’s experienced since wolves were released into central Idaho in 1995.
Goat abandoned on Silver Mountain finds new home
KELLOGG, Idaho -- A goat was abandoned on Silver Mountain a few weeks ago, but don't worry: this story has a happy ending. Lift maintenance crews found the goat, who was believed to have been left there by his…
2 boaters fined for getting too close to orca whales
SEATTLE (AP) — Two boaters accused of illegally approaching endangered Southern Resident killer whales in rented boats were fined for violating regulations that protect the whales, NOAA Fisheries said Wednesday. State and federal regulations require recreational boats to stay at…
Hotel pet amenities driving pet parents to book and stay longer, TripsWithPets survey finds
With summer travel season in full swing, more pet parents are looking to plan getaways that include their furry family members. And we are not just talking about finding a hotel that allows Rover and Roxy. Discriminating pet parents are looking for much more.
Rattlesnake sightings slither up into Memorial Day weekend
Click here for updates on this story AUBURN, California (KOVR) -- As people head…
Four snow geese test positive for bird flu in Grant County
GRANT COUNTY, Wash. -- Four snow geese in Grant County have tested positive for avian influenza, also known as the bird flu. A Department of Fish and Wildlife biologist and a Moses Lake veterinarian collected the positive tests. No humans…
All paws aboard! Tips for safe boating with your pet
With boating season ramping up, it's a good time to talk about best practices for pet-friendly boating to ensure your little one is safe. Before hitting the lake, river or sea with your pet, it's important to plan ahead and always keep the best interests of your four-legged first mate in mind.
Debunking common pet food myths
Misinformation in the pet food market abounds. To help determine fact from fiction, here's research on the most common misconceptions about pet food.
Washington asks live poultry sales to end because of bird flu
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — With bird flu hitting nine flocks scattered across seven counties, the Washington state Department of Agriculture on Thursday requested that live…
A look at the fastest dog breeds in the world
The top speed a human has reached is about 27.5 miles per hour, achieved by Olympian Usain Bolt. That's about the minimum speed for a dog to even make this list.
