A campground in BC’s Cultus Lake Provincial Park was evacuated Friday after an “aggressive” cougar attacked and killed campers’ pets, according to the BC Conservation Officer Service. According to a witness, the cougar ate a dog. BCOS said the animal also displayed “stalking behavior” toward people in the area. The…
Back to beekeeping | Adventuresinbeeland’s Blog
It’s been a long time. A lot has happened. I’ve moved house. I’ve sold my bees, caught a swarm, given that away, nearly given up on bees completely, and then started going to meetings at my local association apiary, about twenty minutes drive away in mid-Cornwall. Back in my suit!…
Florida couple arrested; 2 kids, 13 pets removed from home covered in feces, urine
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…
People, pets seek shade and cool as Europe sizzles under heat wave
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…
Richmond BC SPCA seeking information on rescued pets
… 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…
RememberingDr. Bryan Murphy | Pet Peeves
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…
Synchrony’s Pets Best expands partnership with JAB’s Independence Pet Group
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…
Happy Paws for Happy Pets!
“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…