Robstown ECHS offering veterinarian program

ROBSTOWN, Texas — Veterinarian shortages could leave 75 million animals without medical care by the year 2030, according to a study from Mars Veterinary Health. Mars Veterinary Health reported a 6.5 percent increase in vet appointments for 2021 and said the number of veterinarian is low compared to the demand for pet medical care. Robstown Early College High School has been proactive by providing programs for students to get them interested in careers in essential industries. In mid-January, it unveiled a new welding lab for students interested in learning about careers in skilled trade jobs. It also started a program…

Little Egret with abnormal plumage near Broome – 10,000 Birds

We have continued to observe the birds along the edge and on the Great Northern Highway to the south of Broome across Roebuck Plains. The depth of water over the highway varies daily and the bird-life varies too. Many parts of the north of Australia are still inaccessible due to flooding and the best place to check is the Main Roads website before going for a drive. There is not a lot of traffic at any time, so you are able to pull to the edge of the bitumen and stop watching the birds. Don’t leave the bitumen or you…

DSPCA relaunch microchipping clinic following heartwarming dog reunion

All Buzz (via Getty Images) The animal charity is microchipping dogs at its Rathfarnham center this Saturday. the animal charity is microchipping dogs at its Rathfarnham center this Saturday for a fee of €10 following its involvement with a successful dog reunion. The DSPCA is urging pet owners to get their dogs microchipped at their subsidized clinic. The animal charity recently helped reunite Baya the French Bulldog with her family, after the beloved pup went missing over two years ago in Galway. Baya was found at a busy South Dublin junction and was brought to the DSPCA, where she was…

Former Men’s Wearhouse location in Westport could become a pet clinic

WESTPORT — Pet owners in and around town can expect a new retail and veterinary care facility at 950 Post Road, called Kind Pet. “This project will only involve interior renovations and necessary improvements for the operation of a first-class, high quality pet retail and veterinary care resource for cats and dogs,” Richard Redniss of land surveyors Redinss and Mead, said about the project in a letter to neighbors. Representatives for Kind Pet did not respond to a request for comment. The Planning and Zoning Commission was set to review the special permit and site plan for Kind Pet on…

Shively Animal Clinic shooting death of TJ Taylor no charges filed

The Jefferson County Commonwealth’s Attorney will not pursue charges against the woman who shot and killed a Shively Animal Clinic employee at the business last month, citing evidence that showed the shooter was acting in self-defense. In a Wednesday release, Commonwealth’s Attorney Gerina Whethers said a grand jury examining the case had returned a no true bill, meaning not enough evidence was found to put forward criminal charges against a defendant. That jury had considered charges of second-degree manslaughter and reckless homicide. The Courier Journal is not naming the woman because she is not facing any charges in the incident.…

Birchwood Clinic providing shots for Prince George pets

Immunization clinic geared to pet owners unattached to regular veterinary services due to doctor shortages Hey all you pet owners who have animals that need to get their shots, you can get that done on Tuesday afternoon, with no necessary appointments. Birchwood Veterinary Clinic, at 1741 Victoria St., is putting on a drop-in vaccine clinic for people without appointments, from 1-4 pm Recognizing the importance of preventing the spread of disease such as parvo and distemper and parainfluenza, vaccine clinics for unattached animal patients happen monthly on a rotational basis and each of the veterinary clinics in the city take…

Coastal Humane Society celebrates National Pet Month; Next vaccination clinic this Wednesday

Submitted by the Coastal Humane Society At Coastal Humane Society, we understand the immeasurable value of the human-animal bond, and we never take the lives of these precious animals for granted. This month, we invite you to join us in celebrating National Pet Month by making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. Our mission is to help people in the Outer Banks of North Carolina care for their pets, especially during challenging financial circumstances. We firmly believe that every animal deserves a loving home and proper care, regardless of financial limitations. That’s why we need your…