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Pets die after fire destroys home north of Peterborough – Peterborough

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Decrease article font size Increase article font size Several pets died following a house fire just north of Peterborough, Ont., on Sunday afternoon. Around 3:30 pm, Selwyn Township firefighters responded to a report of a house fire on Hillis Road, off Fife’s Bay Road. Deputy fire chief Howard Jinkerson says the family was away doing errands when the blaze broke out. “It was a fully involved structure fire when our crew arrived on scene,” he said. “We confirmed no one was in the home at the time as well and then we continued with a defensive attack.” .@SelwynTownship firefighters were…
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Archive pictures: Wigan vets and pets

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Here’s a little collection of pictures from our library of borough veterinary surgeries, their staff and lovable patients from over the years especially at Anrich in Wigan and Gilmore’s of Standish to which our photographers have often been invited. 1. Wigan vets and their pet customers . Photo: STAFF 2. Gilmore Veterinary Surgery in Standish held a party for all dog lovers to bring their family pets to the party and help raise funds for The Northern Greyhound Rescue. Linzi and Max Maiden with dogs Millie and Henry . Photo: Gary Brunskill 3. Anrich Vets practice manager James Weston, left,…
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City of Lima Residents Can Apply for Pet Spay/Neuter Assistance | News

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April 2, 2024 Press Release from the City of Lima: The Spay and Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) is designed to assist Lima residents with voluntary sterilization of companion animals as a proactive approach to controlling pet overpopulation. This assistance program will give first priority to low-income residents, but all residents in need of assistance will be considered. Goals for SNAP: Reduce the number of unwanted animals and litter, thus reducing the overpopulation in shelters and/or in feral colonies Decrease instances of animal aggression and thus reduce the number of bites and injuries to both people and other animals Reduce the…
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San Diego pet whisperer who used inheritance to buy grooming trailer loses business to fire – NBC 7 San Diego

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Neighbors call John Curmak the cat whisperer. Customer Nadi Ovanessoff said her cat, Guava, was feral and badly matted before Curmak stepped in. “Nobody else would see her,” Ovanessoff said. “The vets wouldn’t see her unless she was sedated. We couldn’t get her sedated. I called John and he said, ‘Bring her in.’ And I was like, ‘Oh, my God.’ ” Pet grooming and rescue are his calling. When he lost his father a year ago, John used his inheritance to buy the Pampered Paws mobile grooming business. “I know he would have wanted it,” Curmak said. Curmak’s life changed…
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ACANA Pet Food Team Announces Nationwide Kitten-Cuddler Promotion and Underscores Need for Shelter Support During ‘Kitten Season’

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The makers of ACANA pet food help shelters handle the annual influx of kittens through food donations and focus on the importance of social interaction through unique $10,000 nationwide cuddler promotion with Best Friends Animal Society AUBURN, Ky., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This spring, when newborn kittens overwhelm shelters due to higher birth rates, the makers of ACANA pet food will support shelters and help cats start strong. These new arrivals need socializing and contact to get ready for adoption, and shelters need extra support during this busy time. The makers of ACANA pet food are supporting cats and…
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As Pandemic Pets Enter New Life Stages, Petco Shares Tips for Supporting Pet Health and Wellness

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Nearly one in five American households adopted a pet during the pandemic, according to the ASPCA. Today, 60% of pet parents say they would rather spend more time with their pets than anyone else, according to a recent Petco survey; and nearly 70% are prioritizing their pets’ health and preventative care as they do for themselves. SAN DIEGO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Four years since the onset of COVID-19, puppies and kittens adopted during the pandemic are now entering adulthood and pets adopted as adults are approaching their senior years. As a partner in complete pet care, Petco Health…
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