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Chehalis Couple Runs Rescue for ‘Brutal’ Donkey, Six Dogs and Baby

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By Isabel Vander Stoep / [email protected] Meet Bob, the ass who got himself in legal trouble in 2014. The donkey could be a story all on his own. For Chehalis man Chuck Snipes, 67, Bob was the start of what became a lifelong rescue mission. Today, Snipes and wife Ginny, 65, their 8-month-old adopted baby girl Harmony, four donkeys, and six dogs take up some acreage near Jackson Highway, retired, yet busier than ever on their de-facto rescue farm. But, for now, we’ll get back to Bob. In 2014, as reported by The Seattle Times, a King County Superior Court…
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The Best Automatic Pet Feeder We Tested for Multiple Pets Is 53% Off at Amazon for Prime Members

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Dotdash Meredith and Yahoo Inc. may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will always be served on time If you’re often away from home — or even asleep — during your pet(s) preferred meal time, you’ve likely considered investing in an automatic feeding device over the years. But since they come in several styles, it could be a bit of a challenge to find the right one to provide food for your four-legged friend throughout the day. PEOPLE Tested tried out 11 of the best cat and dog feeders on the…
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Record number of registrants for annual Steps for Pets Walkathon – PembinaValleyOnline.com

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Not only was the weather ideal for Saturday’s Steps for Pets Walkathon in Morden, but it also drew a record number of registrants. One of the biggest fundraisers of the year for the Pembina Valley Humane Society, the Walkathon drew over 60 individual registrants. “I can say for sure that this has been a record-breaking year when it comes to registrants for the Steps for Pets Walkathon,” said the PVHS’s Holly Thorne. “And we’ve been doing this for a long time, but we’ve never had this many individual registrants. We had over 60 of them this year, and they all…
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3 reasons why adopted pets need pet insurance

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If you’re not familiar with your adopted pet’s medical history, then pet insurance may be a valuable back-up to have. Getty Images Few things match the joy of bringing home a new dog or cat. Adding a new family member can be a fun and loving experience for years to come. This is true whether you purchased your pet from the neighborhood pet store or if you adopted your furry friend from a shelter or rescue. while pet insurance can be valuable for pets that were purchased, it’s arguably even more important to have for pets that were recently adopted.…
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Strange Exotics celebrating its grand opening on Saturday

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Photo courtesy of Jayson Taylor By Jayson Taylor June 2, 2023 | 1:40PM MEDICINE HAT, AB – Cats and dogs are the first two animals that usually come to mind when people think about pets. Tomorrow, the city gets a new pet store that contains pets that most people wouldn’t generally think of. Strange Exotics will be run by Rob and Kyra Strange, where exotic pets will be offered to the public. Animals range from snakes to chameleons to turtles. Rob Strange that they hope people consider having pets that they may not have considered before. Strange Exotics will also…
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What do you do if your pet eats weed?

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Reports of cannabis-induced toxicosis in pets have increased “significantly” in North America since 2018, after marijuana was legalized for recreational use in Canada and several US states, according to a 2022 study conducted by researchers at the University of Guelph and data from the Pet Poison Helpline. University of Guelph researchers surveyed 251 veterinarians in Canada and the United States—191 of whom practiced in Canada—between January and April 2021. According to the survey data, published in PLOS ONE on April 20, 2022, cannabis poisoning were most commonly reported in dogs and most likely to be caused by edibles that pets…
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Some Canadians struggle to keep their pets

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The rising cost of living is making pet ownership a tougher reality for many Canadians. Linda Felix, the founder and President of Spay Day Society HRM, said her organization has taken in a lot of abandoned cats so far this year. “More than usual,” Felix said in an e-mail. “And we’ve had a number surrendered when people lost their housing,” she said, adding they either became homeless, had to move away and could not take the cat or could not find a new apartment that welcomed pets. The Nova Scotia SPCA is also experiencing a higher demand for services. More…
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Local humane society fundraiser returns with a new name

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NEWS RELEASESGEORGIAN TRIANGLE HUMAN SOCIETY*************************The Georgian Triangle Humane Society (GTHS) is celebrating the 11th year of the GTHS Walkathon with a brand-new name. Introducing GTHS Walk for Pets 2023, proudly presented by Huronia Alarm & Fire Security, the largest fundraiser of the year aiming to raise $120,000 for the organization. “Supporting Walk for Pets means you will help support the programs and services of the GTHS that impact pets and people on a daily basis,” says Sonya Reichel, executive director of the GTHS. “This event is a ton of fun for everyone. There will be some new additions this year,…
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