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Vets warn pet owners "bobcat fever" is now affecting domestic cats. Here"s what to know
9+ hour, 41+ min ago (279+ words) FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KFSM) - As summer approaches, vets are warning pet owners about "bobcat fever," a deadly tick-borne disease that can infect domestic cats. Originally hosted by bobcats, the disease can now affect domestic cats. "Most folks that we diagnose it…...
The Good Side: Dog and cat best friends
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (36+ words) WWBT The Good Side: Dog and cat best friends House leaders react to latest Louisiana congressional redistricting move Richmond Animal League to host 3rd annual Rescue Roundup event...
Patches the cat drops nearly 25 pounds
3+ week, 4+ day ago (66+ words) WWBT Patches the cat drops nearly 25 pounds Paid Family Medical Leave bill signed into law; what's changing for Virginia families? New mental health facility targets teens "falling through the cracks' "A miracle to me': Woman celebrates 30 years with mother's donated…...
Viral 42-pound cat Patches loses 23 pounds 3 years after adoption
3+ week, 4+ day ago (374+ words) HANOVER, Va. (WWBT) - Three years after a 42-pound cat went viral, Patches has lost 23 pounds under the care of his Mechanicsville owner. Patches went viral in 2023 after Richmond Animal Care and Control posted him on its Facebook page. His previous…...
Richmond SPCA's longest resident gets adopted
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (80+ words) WWBT RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) -The Richmond SPCA is celebrating after its longest resident was adopted. The SPCA announced Frida the dog's adoption on Friday, with their weekly #Frida Friday Facebook posts marketing the long-time the long time resident. After nearly…...
Max the Cat cruises into the hearts of senior citizens
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (382+ words) DELTA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (Aging Untold) " Every Wednesday for several years, Max the therapy cat has been "couch cruising" at Delta Retirement Center, wheeling past wheelchairs and "paws"ing to say hello to residents who eagerly await his weekly visits. The…...
Incredibly troubling: Man accused of torturing cats in online scam
3+ mon, 2+ day ago (464+ words) WARNING: This story may contain graphic elements that are difficult for some viewers to read and watch. HENRICO, Va. (WWBT) - A Chesterfield man is sitting behind bars accused of posting hundreds of videos online showing multiple cats in extreme distress…...
Richmond Animal League running "Snow Place like Home" adoption special
3+ mon, 4+ week ago (148+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - A winter storm on the way means it's time to find a new snuggle partner. Richmond Animal League is running a short-term adoption special to help pets find new homes before the winter storm. From Wednesday through…...