Local Pet Related News

Non-surgical sterilization method offers potential for neutering male dogs

18 May 2012 | 6:00 pm

A small number of veterinarians in the United States, including a handful in Oregon, are learning to use a new, non-surgical sterilization technique for male dogs. Advocates for Zinc neutering say it’s a cheaper, less invasive and more efficient means of sterilizing large numbers of dogs.…

Happening this weekend: Pet-related events you can attend

18 May 2012 | 6:00 pm

A pet parade, pug crawl, and cat adoptions are among this weekend's pet highlights. Cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy will do a signing of his new book, "Cat Daddy: What the World’s Most Incorrigible Cat Taught Me About Life, Love and Coming Clean" on Monday at Powell's…

Looking for something to do this weekend? Find a new friend

18 May 2012 | 9:33 am

The Oregon Humane Society is offering adult cats for $20 all weekend long in honor of cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy's visit to Portland. If you prefer canine companionship, the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro offers a 50 percent discount on senior dogs ages…

20% off feline flea prevention

18 May 2012 | 1:43 am

With the warmer weather, it'll be worth the trip to CAT's in-shelter retail store this weekend to stock up on Feline Advantage or flea combs. All flea prevention products are 20% off from Friday through Tuesday (May 22) only....…

Cute baby bear is a temporary guest at an Oregon Zoo keeper's home

17 May 2012 | 2:05 pm

A Medford youngster took a bear cub from the wild and brought it home, which is illegal. The family soon realized they had no clue how to care for the approximately 4-pound animal, which could eventually grow to 6 feet tall and 600 pounds.…

Are your pets vaccinated against rabies? Vaccinations are required in Multnomah County

17 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

Two bats have tested positive in Oregon this month, including one in Northeast Portland. All dogs in Oregon are required to have the rabies vaccine, and Multnomah County requires it for both cats and dogs. The options for unvaccinated animals that encounter rabid bats are either…

Oregon Zoo makes room for a visiting giraffe

17 May 2012 | 10:05 am

Riley, 8 years old and 17 feet tall, was moved recently from Utah to the Oregon Zoo, where he'll spend two years while the Hogle Zoo renovates its giraffe habitat.…

Clackamas County events roundup: writing workshops, a park party, concerts, festivals

17 May 2012 | 6:00 am

Good morning Clackamas County. Check out my Thursday roundup of events in Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Lake Oswego, Oregon City, West Linn, Wilsonville, on Mount Hood, and in other locales in Clackamas County.…

Stop fleas - at a discount

17 May 2012 | 5:40 am

Early prevention will be key to making sure your kitty doesn't have a flea infestation as the weather gets warmer and warmer. Don't be lulled into a sense of non-flea-ness just because your cat never goes outside. If you do,...…

Portland Police officers escorts ducklings to safety

15 May 2012 | 3:43 pm

Portland police officers encountered some unusual suspects yesterday, when they escorted a mother duck and her ducklings across a busy road in Southeast Portland. The officers directed traffic and escorted the ducklings to safety by the river’s edge.…

Filmmaker hopes movie will encourage people to give shelter pets a chance

15 May 2012 | 9:00 am

A one-hour documentary about the positive impacts that shelter pets have on people will air at 7 p.m. tonight on OPB Plus. The film is produced and directed by documentary filmmaker Steven Latham. Latham hopes the movie will inspire viewers to become more aware of animal…

Clackamas County events roundup: concerts, festivals, farmers markets

14 May 2012 | 7:00 am

Good morning Clackamas County. Welcome to a brand new week and my roundup of events in Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Lake Oswego, Oregon City, West Linn, Wilsonville, on Mount Hood, and in other locales in Clackamas County, as well as Southwest Portland.…

Doggie Dash brings owners, pets to downtown Portland for humane society fundraiser

12 May 2012 | 1:09 pm

An estimated 3,000 dogs and their owners were expected for the annual event along Tom McCall Waterfront Park.…

Pet of the week: Ozzy good for adult-only home

12 May 2012 | 8:00 am

If you're looking for a high-energy playmate to enjoy the summer with, look no further than Ozzy.…

Don’t forget your pets during the warm weather this weekend

12 May 2012 | 7:00 am

This weekend's warm weather is a nice treat, but make sure you don't forget about your pets - even a few minutes in a hot car cat be fatal. Multnomah County Animal Services and DoveLewis offer some helpful tips about keeping your pets cool and safe…

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