Florida couple arrested; 2 kids, 13 pets removed from home covered in feces, urine

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A Florida couple was arrested and their children and pets were removed from the residence after deputies found the house covered in feces, urine and garbage. Michael Clayton Howey, 36, and Brenda Darla Howey, 37, were arrested on thirteen counts of animal cruelty. They are being held at the Citrus County Detention Facility on a total bond of $13,000. Animal Control officers and deputies with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office responded Wednesday to a home in Beverly Hills regarding a complaint from Code Enforcement, who was working on a case about the accumulation of junk and garbage outside the house.…

People, pets seek shade and cool as Europe sizzles under heat wave

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Nicole Winfield, The Associated Press Published Saturday, July 15, 2023 2:58PM EDT ROME (AP) – Scorching temperatures across Europe forced the closure of the Acropolis in Athens for a second day as officials warned Saturday of even hotter weather next week, when the mercury was forecast to top 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in several popular Mediterranean tourist destinations. In cities, those venturing out at all drenched themselves in fountains while others sought out pools, the sea or shade in hopes of relief from the heat wave caused by Cerberus. The…

Richmond BC SPCA seeking information on rescued pets

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… and the BC SPCA is investigating the mysterious appearance of stray huskies every four months. A tiny puppy in a cardboard box and a kitten caught in a fence along the Oak Street Bridge are some of Richmond Animal Shelter’s newest residents. More than half a dozen cats and dogs have recently moved into the shelter and staff are hoping to find out more about these furry newcomers. According to a Facebook post by BC SPCA Richmond, an orange kitten was rescued from the Oak Street Bridge by good Samaritans after she was spotted running through traffic. “When they…

RememberingDr. Bryan Murphy | Pet Peeves

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Dr. Dara Johns On June 30, Dr. Bryan Murphy, a well-known veterinarian in our area, passed away. Murphy graduated from Auburn University’s School of Veterinary Medicine in 1988 and came to our area to begin practicing. He had ties here because he grew up in the area, and attended and graduated from Niceville High School. Murphy opened a practice in Mary Esther and named it Murphy Veterinary Hospital. His practice thrived, and even though he sold it around 2011, it still bears his name and is a thriving veterinary hospital today. When Murphy sold his hospital, he moved to Opelika,…

Synchrony’s Pets Best expands partnership with JAB’s Independence Pet Group

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Pets Best Insurance Services, LLC, a Synchrony solution and pet health insurance company, and JAB’s Independence Pet Group (IPG) have expanded partnership with IPG’s wholly owned subsidiary, Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC). Through this, IAIC will offer comprehensive insurance underwriting services for Best Pets to address the increasing demand for pet insurance.1 “At Pets Best, our commitment has always been, and remains, to offer pet parents the most comprehensive, personalized, and affordable pet health insurance coverage, and we are pleased to enhance our ability to do that through this expanded relationship with Independence American, ” expressed Melissa Gutierrez, senior vice…

Happy Paws for Happy Pets!

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“Happy Paws is a small animal clinic that focuses on primary care for cats and dogs. This includes annual exams, vaccines, diagnostic blood work, and radiographs. We also offer general surgical services including but not limited to spay and neuters, lump removals, and dental cleanings and extractions. We also offer a full pharmacy stocked with most medications.” Happy Paws Veterinary Clinic has been helping pets stay healthy and happy since 2015. The clinic is owned and operated by a husband and wife team, Jeff Boucher, administrator, and Dr. Erin Heck, Veterinarian. Happy Paws has a small team of veterinarians who…

Dozens of stray pets brought to Southern California animal shelters on July 4th

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Although humans may enjoy the festivities of July 4th, the holiday can be a very anxious and scary time for pets. More pets go missing during the Fourth of July weekend than at any other time of the year, according to the American Kennel Club. OC Animal Care in Tustin has been busy dealing with at least 57 stray dogs who were brought to shelters during the holiday. During the celebrations, “the sudden noises and unfamiliar experiences can cause dogs to panic, resulting in them escaping from their homes or yards in search of safety,” explained OC Animal Care officials.…

Food banks for pets: the new projects helping famished furry friends

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With the cost-of-living crisis putting a strain on household expenses, some are struggling to feed and care for their pets. Cue a raft of organizations, businesses and campaigners, which are coming together to keep pets happy, healthy and fed “Angels without wings.” That’s how cat owner Pete Dolan describes Animal Food Bank Support UK after they delivered two boxes of food, two bags of treats and several large bags of biscuits for his cats, Frankie and Charlie. The Facebook group coordinates 150 volunteer community support workers who help distribute free pet food to those unable to feed their pets. So…