Veterinarians help preserve service dog training program at state correctional facility
Trainers for service dogs that assist people with physical disabilities may be found at the unlikeliest of places - the state prison at Muncy. "We have an entire training facility here," Troy Edwards, assistant to the superintendent at the State Correctional Institution at Muncy, said.

Pet Pause: What to do when ?itch-switch? turns on
Itchy skin is frustrating for pets, pet owners and veterinarians. Obviously the pet is bothered and spends lots of energy scratching and licking, rubbing and chewing. The pet owner gets to listen to all of this commotion and might lose sleep, concentration and patience.

Opening hospital a personal endeavor for veterinarians
After years as a pottery studio, the large gray barn outside Littlestown is once again hosting animals - but these animals are making use of a $9,000 surgical monitor as well as enjoying an enclosed exercise area with its own bright yellow fire hydrant.

Mesa County Ranch on Hold while State Tests for Pseudorabies in Animals
A ranch that's been open to families for hunting in Mesa County for 40 years can't do business right now because psuedorabies was found in some of its pigs. Operations are on hold while state veterinarians test their animals.

Pet-Purchasing
Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson announced that his department is conducting a sweep to ensure that such establishments are complying with regulations that protect consumers in the purchase of pets.

Some discourage use of horseshoes
SHELTON -- Could humans have been wrong about horses all of these years? There's a movement afoot to get horse owners to either reduce or completely eliminate the use of horseshoes, one of the most

Rodeo cruelty alleged
Animal rights charity Animal Liberation has lodged a formal complaint to the RSPCA against suspected cruelty to animals at this year?s June Coonamble Rodeo.

ABT Agents Arrest more than 350 this Football Season
ABT agents arrest over 350 for underage drinking thought Florida.

Officials: Kitten was set on fire
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Police are asking for the public's help to find whoever is responsible for a shocking case of animal cruelty. A kitten was found roaming the streets of Springfield on Monday after being set on fire.

Animals on hold again by city
City commissioners decided to again put off its dog-and-cat-licensing ordinance for further revisions at its work session meeting Monday. They plan to table the agenda item at tonight's City Commission meeting.

Gift baskets to benefit homeless animals
New England Animal Rescue Inc. is having its annual silent gift basket auction to support homeless animals in the Middleborough/Lakeville area.

Mustad And AFA To Recognize Volunteer Work Of Hoof-Care Professionals
Many hoof-care professionals selflessly donate their time to several causes. Some farriers travel abroad to impoverished regions to treat donkeys used to transport produce. Others give their time to teach hoof-care basics to local 4-H groups.

Stranding center returns seal to sea
A 9-month-old seal pup named Ocean that had just completed rehabilitation took his time making its way into the water Monday morning.

County board retains its officers
Chairman Randall Crocker, vice chairman Danny Melvin and finance committee chairwoman Linda Clark were reelected Monday during a special meeting of the Franklin County Board. Crocker said the positions are two-year terms. Melvin commended board members, saying he appreciated working with everyone. ?I hope we have a productive two years,? Melvin said.

Pet Talk: Holiday treats play tricks on pets
It's almost that time of year again -- turkey and stuffing, candles and lights, ribbons and ornaments. As homes and kitchens get busy for the holidays, there are many hidden hazards for our fun loving pets.

Pet chiropractors catching on in Minnesota
Somewhere inside of the dog, a bone isn't where it belongs.

Pet Talk: The Boston (Terrier) Tea Party
"It's Taxation without Representation," shouted the eccentric Mrs. Snyder as soon as she strode into the clinic's lobby. Three Boston terriers circled around her feet and barked in agreement. She wished the receptionists a "good morning," and then climbed back on her figurative soapbox. Adding to the effect, Mrs. Snyder was dressed in a costume from the colonial days, complete with a powdered ...

Pets with health conditions must be checked regularly
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Since this week brings all things Thanksgiving, I cant help but be a little sentimental. November is a memorable time of the year for the Dascoli family. We have lots of births to celebrate and a few deaths to remember. One birth tha...

Dairy Calving Workshop Set For Dec. 11
The Midwest Dairy Institute near Milbank is the site of a dairy calving management workshop will be held at the Midwest Dairy Institute near Milbank on December 11.  It starts at 9:30 a.m.  The meeting?s focus is managing calving difficulties in dairy cattle and health issues of both cow and calf in the crucial period just before and right after calf birth.

In loving memory
In the walkway leading to Springfield's new Cruse Dog Park are 26 pavers inscribed with tributes to beloved family dogs.