Hundreds of endangered frogs raised, set to be released in Grant County
GRANT CO., Wash. – Hundreds of Northern leopard frogs will be released in Grant County later this month. The frogs have been considered an endangered species since 1999. There is only one known wild population remaining in Washington state,…
'Stray' cat video game is bringing benefits to real cats
Gamers are playing the video game sensation "Stray" while streaming live to raise money for animal shelters and other cat-related charities.
Report: Climate change a challenge for Idaho wildlife
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Climate change could make it more challenging to conserve and manage the state’s most at-risk fish, wildlife and plants, Idaho officials said. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game on Monday released its draft Idaho State…
Why does my cat kick litter all over the place? 4 tips from cat experts
If your cat is kicking litter everywhere, here are a few tips to try.
How to keep your pets cool through the heatwave this weekend
SPOKANE, Wash. --- The heatwave continues in the Inland Northwest! With the excessive heat expected through Sunday, it's important to keep your pets inside as much as possible. This is according…
'Murder hornet' gets new, more ethical, name
The change comes after a WA state entomologist requested a less damaging name for the hornet species.
5 types of pet allergies and how to treat them
Allergies develop when your pet's immune system responds to an allergen. ManyPets outlines five types of pet allergies, where they come from, and how owners can manage them to keep their pets healthy and happy.
Polish institute classifies cats as 'invasive alien species'
A Polish scientific institute has classified domestic cats as an "invasive alien species," citing the damage they cause to birds and other wildlife.
Tips to keep your pets safe during this week’s heatwave
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Spokane is heading into a heatwave this week and if you think it’s hard on you, it is just as rough on your…
How canine heart disease was tied to grain-free dog food
A tangled web of industry funding and interests appears to have influenced the origin, data collection, and course of the FDA study of grain-free dog foods, according to internal FDA records.
Spokane Park Rangers rescue baby ducks at Riverfront Park
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Two Spokane Park Rangers helped reunite several baby ducks with their mother on Monday. The ducklings seem to have gotten separated after falling into the Spokane River at Riverfront Park.…
10 superfoods for dogs from your very own kitchen
Staying healthy and fit is also important for man's best friend. For your dog’s diet, try these 10 superfoods that you can find in your own kitchen.
SRHD advises public to avoid sick and dead wildlife due to bird flu
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Spokane Regional Health District is asking the public to avoid contact with wildlife, especially sick or dead wild birds or their young. The bird flu, or avian flu, is a highly pathogenic disease that is impacting…
Idaho Fish and Game officers remove trash can lid from around doe's neck
MCCALL, Idaho – Idaho Fish and Game officers were able to safely remove a trash can lid from around a doe’s neck. The McCall office received a flurry of calls about the mule deer and when staff went looking, they…
How to protect your pets from the summer heat
SPOKANE, Wash. -- As the weather warms up in the Inland Northwest, it's important to keep the protection of your pets in mind. The Spokane National Weather Service shared a few ways to keep pets safe with higher heat exposure.…
