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Thousands of Turks protest controversial law to remove stray dogs
Read full article: Thousands of Turks protest controversial law to remove stray dogsThousands of demonstrators have gathered in Istanbul to protest recent legislation that critics say is leading to the killing of stray dogs across Turkey.
Thousands of dogs, cats search for forever homes at Mega Pet Adoption event in Jacksonville
Read full article: Thousands of dogs, cats search for forever homes at Mega Pet Adoption event in JacksonvilleThe Jacksonville Humane Society will host its annual Mega Pet Adoption event at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds next weekend.
SnapJAX Stories: Rescues and second chances at love
Read full article: SnapJAX Stories: Rescues and second chances at loveIn this week’s SnapJAX stories, a picture of a pack of some very well-behaved golden retrievers got my attention. So I traveled to St. Marys, Georgia, to find the story behind the picture.
SnapJAX Stories: Special studio tour for ‘The Local Schnauzers’
Read full article: SnapJAX Stories: Special studio tour for ‘The Local Schnauzers’In this week's SnapJAX Stories, it was a pirate in a pool that got my attention and I wanted to see the story behind the picture. I invited not one but two Schnauzers to WJXT and gave them a tour of the station -- and wait until you see the reaction.
Hundreds line up for free adoption event in Putnam County held after nearly 200 dogs found at Interlachen home
Read full article: Hundreds line up for free adoption event in Putnam County held after nearly 200 dogs found at Interlachen homeHundreds of people lined up to participate in a free adoption event aimed at finding the nearly 200 dogs that were removed from a residence in Interlachen a new forever home.
These two brother dogs reunited after 10 years apart and it’s beyond adorable
Read full article: These two brother dogs reunited after 10 years apart and it’s beyond adorableSometimes you just need a good happy cry to get you threw your day, and this video of long lost brother dogs reuniting after 10 years will do just the trick.
4 dogs die, 2 rescued during ‘suspicious’ house fire in Longbranch neighborhood
Read full article: 4 dogs die, 2 rescued during ‘suspicious’ house fire in Longbranch neighborhoodFour dogs died on Tuesday morning following a house fire in the Longbranch neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD).
Leash Up: Jacksonville Beach police enforcing rules for dogs on beach after numerous incidents
Read full article: Leash Up: Jacksonville Beach police enforcing rules for dogs on beach after numerous incidentsJacksonville Beach police officers are reminding pet owners about the rules when it comes to dogs on the beach.
After husky puppies make a mischievous escape, Jacksonville police officers come to the rescue
Read full article: After husky puppies make a mischievous escape, Jacksonville police officers come to the rescueIt appears a group of husky puppies was enjoying the cold temperatures so much on Tuesday that they just had to escape their home and explore the outdoors.
Florida pet store must pay for sick, dying puppies, attorney general says
Read full article: Florida pet store must pay for sick, dying puppies, attorney general saysAn Orange County pet store has been ordered to pay $85,000 to consumers after the Florida attorney general’s office said customers were deceived and sold sick or dying puppies, News4JAX sister station WKMG-TV News 6 reports.
Positively JAX: All 10 beagles from mass-breeding facility have been pre-adopted, Nassau Humane says
Read full article: Positively JAX: All 10 beagles from mass-breeding facility have been pre-adopted, Nassau Humane saysNHS sent an update on Friday saying all 10 of the 7-month-old male beagles had been pre-adopted -- within the first hour of them becoming available on Friday -- which just happened to be National Dog Day!
Can you help local animal organizations ‘clear the shelters’ Saturday?
Read full article: Can you help local animal organizations ‘clear the shelters’ Saturday?The "Clear the Shelters" campaign is returning to Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Humane Society and Animal Care and Protective Services are teaming up for the national free adoption event.
Nassau Humane takes in 10 beagles from mass-breeding facility in Virginia
Read full article: Nassau Humane takes in 10 beagles from mass-breeding facility in VirginiaThe rescue of thousands of beagles from a breeding facility in Virginia that sold dogs to various laboratories across the US to be experimented on has captured the hearts of dog lovers across the country.
‘They spent their entire lives in cages’: Local animal rescue organization helps to transport 60 beagles to safe shelters across US
Read full article: ‘They spent their entire lives in cages’: Local animal rescue organization helps to transport 60 beagles to safe shelters across USAn animal rescue organization based out of Jacksonville is currently taking part in the largest dog rescue operation in US history.
High level Dog boarding and training in Springfield
Read full article: High level Dog boarding and training in SpringfieldJohnette Wiggins has always had a love of dogs. She has taken that passion to launch a multi-faceted business that is…for the dogs. Netta’s Furry Babies is located in Springfield and has built a reputation for offering dogs an experience that makes them NOT want to go home. She is also training adults along with their dogs to make their home living experience other wordly, as well. Rance met Johnette and one of her favorite students Stormy at Springfield Dog Park to find out more about the Netta Furry Baby experience.
Lifeline for lifesavers: JFRD adds therapy dogs to help first responders
Read full article: Lifeline for lifesavers: JFRD adds therapy dogs to help first respondersThe Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department has added therapy dogs, providing another way to help firefighters and dispatchers deal with the emotional trauma that can come with being a first responder.
Dog falls 30 feet off cliff, but rescued at Michigan’s Pictured Rocks
Read full article: Dog falls 30 feet off cliff, but rescued at Michigan’s Pictured RocksA dog visiting Miners Castle at the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with his family had to be rescued after he jumped off a cliff and plummeted 25-30 feet to a ledge below.
Doctors at Jacksonville animal critical care facility seeing more dogs suffering from heat stroke
Read full article: Doctors at Jacksonville animal critical care facility seeing more dogs suffering from heat strokeDoctors at a 24-hour animal critical care center in Jacksonville say they’re seeing an increase in the number of dogs suffering from heat stroke coming into the emergency room.
When our pets die, why do we say they ‘cross the rainbow bridge?’
Read full article: When our pets die, why do we say they ‘cross the rainbow bridge?’It’s natural to want to post about the passing of your sweet pet to your family and friends on Facebook or Instagram, but have you ever noticed that lately, we all say some form of, “they’ve crossed (or gone over) the rainbow bridge?”
Howl-O-Ween event: ACPS offers free adoptions on cats, dogs with black or orange fur
Read full article: Howl-O-Ween event: ACPS offers free adoptions on cats, dogs with black or orange furFamilies considering a new dog or cat can stop by Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) this Howl-O-Ween weekend to visit animals hoping to find their forever homes.
Jacksonville Humane Society takes in 5 dogs evacuated from Mississippi shelter due to Ida
Read full article: Jacksonville Humane Society takes in 5 dogs evacuated from Mississippi shelter due to IdaThe Jacksonville Humane Society took in some of the animals that had to be evacuated from a shelter in Gulfport, Mississippi, ahead of Hurricane Ida.
Everyone is obsessed with a dog named Wasabi who won Best In Show at the Westminster Dog Show
Read full article: Everyone is obsessed with a dog named Wasabi who won Best In Show at the Westminster Dog ShowThis little Pekingese named Wasabi won the hearts of the Westminster Dog Show Sunday night, as well as the hearts of America.
Dog-bite claims soared as coronavirus lockdown began
Read full article: Dog-bite claims soared as coronavirus lockdown beganState Farm reports its highest month for the number and amount paid for dog bite claims was last March at the start of the COVID-19 lockdown. Experts believe pets may have picked up on their owners’ stress and anxiety.
Sen. Scott calls for study on use of canines to screen airport travelers for COVID-19
Read full article: Sen. Scott calls for study on use of canines to screen airport travelers for COVID-19JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – COVID-19 detecting dogs are being trained in North Florida, and they may have a future with the Transportation Security Administration. U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., is one of the lawmakers asking for more information about using canines in airports to detect COVID-19. Scott and U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., on Monday announced the Fly Safe Canine COVID Detection Act. It directs the TSA to conduct a feasibility study on the use of canines to screen travelers at airports for COVID-19. We asked him what he thinks about the Senate bill on using canines in airports and how it could work.
Jacksonville Humane Society offering free adoptions this weekend
Read full article: Jacksonville Humane Society offering free adoptions this weekendAll rights reserved)JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Winter blues got you feeling down? We have an event that will warm you right up! The Jacksonville Humane Society is hosting free pet adoptions on Saturday, Jan. 16 - Monday, Jan. 18 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.All animals will be spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccinations. Click here for more details on hours of operation, available pets, and any other additional information. Jacksonville Humane Society: 904-725-8766 -- Additional fees may apply -- 8464 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216In case you haven't heard...👂 📣 All pet adoptions will be FREE in honor of our "Warm the Winter Blues" free adoption... Posted by The Jacksonville Humane Society on Thursday, January 7, 2021
149 cats, dogs adopted during Black Friday weekend
Read full article: 149 cats, dogs adopted during Black Friday weekendPublished: November 26, 2020, 10:40 am Updated: November 30, 2020, 11:14 amJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Great update: 149 animals have new homes after the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) and Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) hosted a Black Friday event offering free adoptions. JHS told News4Jax that 92 cats and 57 dogs were adopted from Nov. 27 through Nov. 29. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Those interested in viewing JHS’ adoptable pets can visit www.jaxhumane.org. Visitors to can also help the pets in our community by bringing a bag of dog or cat food as a donation. For more information, visit www.
Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smile
Read full article: Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smileWe found the following 11 photos from Getty Images, and we thought they were worth a share. (Getty Images)Pierre, a 5-year-old basset hound, apparently is a loyal fan of then-President Johnson -- and was happy to pose with a campaign button. (Getty Images)A dog wears a campaign sticker for Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden during a campaign stop at the Buttercup diner on March 3, 2020 in Oakland, California. This photo was taken in front of the White House as the pups wore campaign buttons for Lyndon B. Johnson for President. (Getty Images)In Honolulu, Hawaiian women are seen casting their votes during a presidential election -- and even a dog doesn't dare peek.
Nassau Humane rescues 20 dogs living in 'squalor’ at Puerto Rico shelter
Read full article: Nassau Humane rescues 20 dogs living in 'squalor’ at Puerto Rico shelterThe Nassau Humane Society has taken in more than a dozen dogs rescued from Puerto Rico. Nassau County Humane Society has taken in more than a dozen dogs rescued from Puerto Rico. “The shelters become full very quickly.”Nassau County Humane Society has taken in more than a dozen dogs rescued from Puerto Rico. Nassau County Humane Society has taken in more than a dozen dogs rescued from Puerto Rico. He along with 20 other pups were of 300 dogs rescued from a crumbling Puerto Rico shelter that has more than 800 dogs.
Jacksonville veteran pleads for return of lost dogs that were adopted
Read full article: Jacksonville veteran pleads for return of lost dogs that were adoptedJACKSONVILLE, Fla. A Jacksonville veteran is pleading to get his dogs back after learning his canine companions, which were missing, had been adopted. William Ptak said his 5-year-old French poodle named Mignon and his 9-month-old Pitbull mix named Cerbere are his whole world. Im still looking for the dogs.William Ptak's French poodle named Mignon (Special to WJXT)Ptak searched local shelters and the Jacksonville Humane Society but was unsuccessful at finding his dogs. Ptak returned to the Humane Society and learned two different families adopted his dogs. The Humane Society said it only holds stray animals for seven days.
Pug in North Carolina may be 1st dog in US to test positive for coronavirus
Read full article: Pug in North Carolina may be 1st dog in US to test positive for coronavirusA North Carolina family’s pug may be the first dog in the United States to test positive for the coronavirus, according to researchers. Three members of the McClean family -- Sam McClean, wife Heather and their son, Ben -- contracted COVID-19 last month. He is believed to be the first dog in the country to test positive for the virus, according to the university. Federal officials announced last week that two cats tested positive for the novel coronavirus in New York. Two dogs under quarantine in Hong Kong also tested positive for the virus, according to officials there.
Good or gross? Health inspectors find both in area restaurants
Read full article: Good or gross? Health inspectors find both in area restaurantsJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - If you're looking for something good, greasy or just plain gross, we found it all in this week's Restaurant Report. Two restaurants were found with platefuls of violations. At the Crafty Crab on 103rd Street in the Cedar Hills neighborhood of Jacksonville's Westside, according to state regulators' records, nine live roaches were spotted inside the restaurant. After three follow-up inspections, the Crafty Crab fixed all the problems and reopened with a perfect report. More were found throughout the kitchen during each follow-up inspection, according to state records.