Sleep with your pet? How that may affect you (and your pet)
In the quest for better sleep, people often ask if they should share their bed with a pet. Before we get to that, let’s take a moment to ponder the…
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Things to consider when adopting a pet
ManyPets compiled a list of nine things to consider when adopting a pet using information from various animal…
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30 foods that are poisonous to dogs
Stacker showcases 30 foods that can potentially be poisonous to dogs. The list includes things like nutmeg, garlic, cherries, peaches, onions, and…
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10 countries where US pet food comes from
To find the top 10 countries where U.S. pet food comes from, Ollie analyzed import data from the U.S. Census Bureau from 2010 through June 2021.…
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Empty the Shelters event set to begin Oct. 4
Animal shelters across the country are trying to get animals out of facilities and into the homes of new…
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Splash Dance for Dogs returns Saturday
The pups will be taking over the pool at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex…
Continue ReadingA puppy born with upside-down paws received successful treatment and learned to walk
By Alaa Elassar, CNN In many ways, Siggi was born an average puppy: sweet, cheerful and extremely playful. But the spotted rat terrier was also quite…
Continue ReadingThe benefits of owning a dog — and the surprising science behind it
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN If you have a dog and tell them it’s National Dog Day, I suspect they will reply: “I thought everyday was dog day!…
Continue ReadingCDC ban on dog imports leaves rescued animals from China in limbo
Poppy, a young golden retriever, was found wandering the streets north of Shanghai before she was rescued and brought to the…
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Pints for Paws fundraising event set Saturday
East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition’s 2nd annual Pints for Paws fundraising event is set to be held Saturday, August…
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Animal shelter is lacking volunteers, adoptions
The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is dealing with a decrease in the number of volunteers and has seen an increase in the number of people turning in…
Continue ReadingMeet Truffles, the special kitty who wears glasses to help kids feel better about wearing theirs
Nearly four years ago, Danielle Crull rescued a stray kitten from a forest in…
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Police seek assistance locating dog lost from crash
Idaho State Police is asking for help in finding a dog that disappeared after a car crash Thursday…
Continue ReadingPuppies are born ready to interact with people, study finds
What’s your favorite thing about puppies? Is it their cute yawns, wiggly bottoms or the sweet way they lick your nose? Or maybe it’s…
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Pocatello Animal Services to host rabies vaccination clinic May 15
You can get your furry friend protected against rabies for just $10 on Saturday, May 15.…
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Pocatello Animal Services to offer half-price dog licenses in May
You can license your dog with Pocatello Animal Services for half the cost starting next…
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Snake River Animal Shelter receives grant from Petco Love
Snake River Animal Shelter announced a $6,000 grant investment from the newly named, Petco Love, to support their lifesaving work for animals in…
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Service dog statutes updates webinar
Future service dogs in Idaho could use a little more of our help, to help…
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April 30 to be Proclaimed National Therapy Animal Day in Pocatello
Therapy animals and their human handlers will be honored at Thursday’s Pocatello City Council…
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Friends of the Pocatello Animal Shelter to cover pet adoptions for veterans
The men and women who’ve served in the U.S. military can add a furry friend to their life for free thanks to a local…
Continue ReadingPuppy born with six legs is a ‘miracle,’ vet hospital says
Like other newborn puppies, Skipper likes to eat, drink water and go to the bathroom. But the border collie and Australian shepherd mix is unique…
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Aquarium introduces new sloth to visitors
There is a new face at the East Idaho Aquarium in Idaho Falls., but only a few visitors were able to see him.…
Continue ReadingHow to stop your cat from killing so much wildlife
Cat owners who want to stop their pets hunting wildlife as much should play with them and feed them more meat, according to a new study. Typical…
Continue ReadingPuppy Bowl XVII to feature First Lady Jill Biden message
American dog royalty will be making an appearance at Puppy Bowl XVII. First Lady Jill Biden has filmed a public service announcement to air during…
Continue ReadingFDA expands Sportmix dog food recall after 70 dogs reportedly died
The Food and Drug Administration has expanded a recall and is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about high levels of aflatoxin in some…
Continue ReadingHelp dogs and cats cope with separation anxiety when humans return to work
When one of my co-workers found out about a tiny, orphaned kitten that needed a home a few months ago, he didn’t hesitate to adopt it. He says…
Continue ReadingBone appétit: Ben & Jerry’s is now making dog treats
Ben & Jerry’s is already irresistible to most humans — and now, they’re looking to hook man’s best friend with a new line of…
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Animal Planet’s pup-ular Puppy Bowl to go on as planned
The most beloved and fur-ocious competition on TV will go forward as planned. Even though the last few months have been ruff for special events,…
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Local police dog unexpectedly dies on-duty
The Pocatello Police Department is mourning the unexpected death of K9…
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Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers
The Idaho Falls Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to join their team.…
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Strut Your Mutt Day and Purranormal Cativity set for Saturday
The Snake River Animal Shelter is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to designate Saturday as Strut Your Mutt Day…
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What to do if you find a stray
The 4th of July marks one of the busiest days of the year for animal shelters…
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FDA warns pet owners to keep your dog socially distanced
Local Veterinarian Adam Peterson says you don’t need to take it to that extreme.…
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Search continues following fatal crash involving 48 dogs
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue is assisting with the safe handling of the dogs that have been located following the…
Continue ReadingCrews rescue dog trapped in badger hole
Jackson Hole Fire/EMS rescued a dog that was trapped in a badger hole…
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Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue adjusts services due to COVID-19
The Blackfoot Animal Shelter and Rescue (BASR) will be limiting its public counter services at least through April 15 to help combat the spread of…
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Snake River Animal Shelter shuts down
UPDATE: Snake River Animal Shelter is completely shut…
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Buy A Bag, Feed A Pet
The Snake River Animal Shelter not only provides food for the dogs and cats at the shelter but also to the community pet owners in need.…
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Something’s fishy: Trout in the Classroom program begins in east Idaho
In the halls of Franklin Middle School, Shayne Hughes’ class has become pretty famous.…
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Dogs restricted from groomed Nordic trails in the Heise area
The Palisades Ranger District of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest has restricted dogs from using groomed Nordic trails near Kelly Canyon until…
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Lost cat from Russia has found his way home
After sharing Ivan’s story last week he has been reunited with his…
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Cat from Russia found in Idaho Falls
One unique cat at the Idaho falls Animal Shelter may come with a lot of…
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Dogs killed, injured in string of central Idaho mountain lion attacks
Five mountain lion attacks in the past week have left dogs injured and dead in the Wood River…
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Meowy Howlidays set for Saturday at Snake River Animal Shelter
Join Santa and the merry elves of the Snake River Animal Shelter for their free Meowy Howlidays Celebration on…
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Dog pond gets makeover from volunteers
Volunteers spent the day braving winter weather to make sure our dogs have a safe place to swim in the…
Continue Reading Wackerli Subaru to pay full cat adoption and half dog adoption fee at event on Saturday
The Snake River Animal Shelter will be at Wackerli Subaru this Saturday, Nov. 30 with some of the animals that are available and ready for adoption.…
Continue Reading Free dog adoptions at “Pawsgiving” Event Saturday
Just in time for the holidays, you can add a canine companion to your family for…
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Inmates train dogs at the Idaho K9 Academy
he director of the Idaho K9 Academy has more work than he can handle. Since opening in January at the Snake River Animal Shelter in Idaho Falls, more…
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Get $20 feline spay/neuter vouchers on Wednesday
The East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition will be releasing 133 feline spay and neuter vouchers on Wednesday at 9…
Continue Reading What is the Idaho K9 Academy?
The Snake River Animal Shelter opened in Idaho Falls four years ago and is experiencing incredible success. Animals dropped off there can stay for an…
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Local shelters overflowing with cats
Shelters across Eastern Idaho are running out of room for…
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Free cat adoption event at the Idaho Falls Animal Shelter
If you’ve been on the hunt for a furry addition for your family, now is the time to…
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