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PETA urges Northampton commissioners to strengthen animal welfare ordinance
3+ hour, 38+ min ago (702+ words) Rachel Bellis, director of local affairs for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, speaks to the Northampton County Board of Commissioners during a meeting Monday in Jackson, urging officials to strengthen the county's animal welfare ordinance. Rich Square Mayor…...
Paw patrol: Larry the cat marks 15 years at 10 Downing Street
2+ week, 3+ day ago (592+ words) Anthony Edwards and Tyrese Maxey sparked the USA Stars over " Some residents of Tehran on Sunday chanted slogans against t" Larry, the Downing Street cat, has stolen hearts around the globe during his 15 years as 'Chief Mouser to the Cabinet…...
Study reveals cats and dogs helping spread an invasive species
3+ week, 2+ day ago (218+ words) Caenoplana variegata are invasive species that primarily move around the globe through the transport of plants. (Jean-Lou Justine via SWNS) Dogs and cats are helping to spread an invasive species, reveals new research. Domestic animals are involved in the movement…...
Pet of the Week: January 31
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (250+ words) Charlie is this week's Pet of the Week and is available for adoption through the former Rainbow Animal Rescue. He is a Chihuahua, and his adopter should have experience with the breed's sometimes feisty behavior. Charlie is sweet once he…...
Pet of the Week: January 27
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (287+ words) Flower is up for adoption at Woofs-N-Purrs Animal Rescue Inc. in Scotland Neck. This little blossom is eager for attention and always ready for fun and catnip. She will keep your legs warm with plenty of cuddles and purrs. You…...
Pet of the Week: January 17
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (436+ words) Rodeo is up for adoption at the Northampton County Animal Shelter. He is dog-friendly and loves to play in the water. Rodeo is very active and would do best in a home with an energetic family who can give him…...
Pet of the Week: January 10
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (199+ words) Maddie is up for adoption at the Northampton County Animal Shelter. She was a stray the owner picked up and was going to keep, but she is high strung and the owner wasn't home much. She will need a home…...
Pet of the Week: December 27
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (333+ words) Staff with Rainbow Animal Rescue shared this photo of Tinka, available at the Northampton County Animal Shelter in Jackson. This gorgeous Anatolian Shepherd is a complete lovebug! She appears dog-friendly and can be cat-tested. She is calm and low energy…...
Pet of the Week: October 21
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (317+ words) Jalapeno is up for pre-adoption at Woofs-N-Purrs Animal Rescue Inc. in Scotland Neck. He has had a rough start, but is thriving now. He was found scared and was a little spicy with rescue staff at first, but has calmed…...
Beloved ‘Lowe’s Cat’ Francine missing from Richmond
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (240+ words) RICHMOND, Va./GARYSBURG " Francine, a cherished neighborhood cat known and loved by staff and customers at the'Lowe's Home Improvement store in Richmond, Virginia, has gone missing after reportedly hitching a ride in a delivery truck bound for the'Lowe's Regional Distribution…...