Posts Tagged Pets
Animal expert offers tips to keep pets safe on Halloween
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 28, 2024
With Halloween approaching, pet owners may want to take note: the holiday does pose health risks for animals. Roxy Todd spoke with an animal expert for some advice on making sure your furry friends are safe this Halloween.
Should Virginia localities be able to require a license to own pets?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 26, 2022
The Virginia General Assembly is about to go to the dogs. Michael Pope has this preview.
Update: Pets and COVID-19
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2020
Credit: Robbie Harris
There’s new evidence that cats can become infected with Coronavirus, but preliminary studies show they do not get sick with the disease, nor are they likely pass it on to people. Robbie Harris reports.
Virginia is a Leader in Saving Animals’ Lives
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 3, 2019
Brittany Pierri, with the Richmond SPCA, is pictured with Jake Roos of Norfolk Animal Care Center. The Norfolk facility transfers animals to the Richmond facility. (Credit: Richmond SPCA)
Across Virginia fewer dogs and cats are being killed at shelters than ever before. In fact, 88% of dogs and cats in shelters now avoid euthanization. But animal welfare advocates want more. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
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