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Top Tier K-9, training dogs to smell COVID-19
April 7, 2020
With the economic uncertainties from the Coronavirus, we here at ABC 27 are shining a light on businesses that are doing their part to help out the community while keeping their business open. During our newscasts, we’re highlighting local businesses that are still open, despite the coronavirus. We’re highlighting a local K-9 training business that’s […]
Tigers can catch the coronavirus
April 7, 2020
When I heard that a tiger at the Bronx Zoo tested positive for COVID-19, I started to worry about my own little lion, a tabby cat with asthma. I’ve sequestered myself away from friends and family, but could my company be unwittingly putting my cat at risk? While there have been some cases of animals […]
Searching for herding dogs
April 7, 2020
The City of Victoria is searching for a contractor who has experience using trained herding dogs to deter Canada geese from staying in municipal parks. The city says that the purpose of the job is to discourage geese from returning and creating nesting colonies. “A trained canine has been the most effective and cost-efficient method […]
Curbside Service Picking Up
April 7, 2020
Harriet Lankford steps out of her car with her dog at Belle Haven Animal Medical Center in Alexandria, Virginia. Instead of taking her pup into the veterinary clinic, she stands by her vehicle looking a little confused as to what to do next. Soon, receptionist Rose Gonzales comes out wearing a medical mask and gloves […]
Furry friends who Penn State students are quarantining with
April 7, 2020
While self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic can have its downsides, one upside is the amount of time Penn State students can spend with their pets. From dogs to cats to hamsters, meet some Penn State students’ pets and learn a bit about them. Moe Moe, a cat owned by student Dom Feola (sophomore-advertising). Courtesy of Dom […]
Area dogs barking for national hero awards
April 7, 2020
Two local four-legged heroes have been nominated for prestigious awards for their work in the community — and with the help of online voters they could be recognized on national television. Olive and Sobee, two area dogs, have been nominated in the 2020 American Humane Hero Dog Awards, a national competition that recognizes hero dogs […]
Pet care service demand increases since 2007
April 7, 2020
Pet owners are spending more than ever before on their pets, according to newly released data from the United States Census Bureau. Half of U.S. households own pets and doubled the amount of money they spend on their four-legged friends’ pet care services since 2007, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. From 2007 to 2017, […]
Coronavirus case sparks new warnings for pet owners
April 7, 2020
Social distancing from Fido? You better believe it. Top veterinary experts are making startling new recommendations after more than half a dozen large cats came down with the COVID-19 at the Bronx Zoo in New York. A 4-year-old female Malayan Tiger named Nadia, was the first animal in the United States to test positive for the […]
COVID-19 is a bump in the road for medical research
April 7, 2020
The coronavirus is impacting every community in our nation and is being met with a fierce fight from leaders across the U.S. On the front lines of this fight are medical professionals. The focus on this virus is leaving some medical issues on the back burner for the time being. Fred Carlson suffers from Amyotrophic […]
Effects of Coronavirus on the Pet Food Industry
April 7, 2020
The pet food industry is experiencing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, not unlike the food industry. Pet food manufacturers qualify as essential operations, according to government agencies, and many facilities have had to hire additional staff, ramp up production, and make other operational changes to respond to demand surges. Here’s an overview of how […]
Therapy dog handler launches ‘pawtrait’ campaign
April 7, 2020
Last weekend, Ms Uglow and dog Leo released a video to support the #StayHomeSaveLives campaign, featuring Leo as CMO — Canine Medical Officer. Earlier this month, the pair were crowned winners of the Friends for Life (children’s champion) award at Crufts, a category which recognises a dog that has supported and had a positive […]
Emotional support dog returned
April 6, 2020
For most of the summer, the Hildembrand family felt there was something missing. “It felt like there was a void,” said Sandrine Hildembrand. “We had almost lost hope, even though we were still tirelessly looking for him,” said Hildembrand. For two and a half months, Macks’ disappearance remained a mystery. Now thanks to help from […]
Keep them at home
April 6, 2020
Why are employees and customers of our three Green Valley supermarkets ignoring state and federal laws that allow service animals but forbid pets on their premises? It’s becoming a more frequent problem as people insist on taking their furry family members everywhere regardless of the laws against doing so. A manager at one of these stores […]
Service dog training helps Veterans
April 6, 2020
While serving in the U.S. Army, service members are joined by a “battle buddy” – a friend to watch out for them. For some local veterans, that friend is four-legged and furry. While serving in the U.S. Army, service members are joined by a “battle buddy” – a friend to watch out for them. For […]
Therapy Dog
April 6, 2020
One dog is training to help first responders in Kentucky. A Global Medical Response (GMR) Solution Program started in the American Medical Response (AMR) Amarillo location in June 2016 as a pilot program with two therapy dogs. However, after the 2017 Route 91 Music Festival mass shooting in Las Vegas, the team began adding additional […]
Should ESA be able to fly?
April 6, 2020
You might inwardly groan when you board your airplane and realize you’re next to a screaming child, or find yourself squirming when the person next to you takes their shoes and socks off for the duration of the flight. But how would you feel if you ended up sat next to a 70 pound, pot […]
NFL Team Adds Secret Weapon
April 6, 2020
The National Football League’s San Francisco 49ers recently announced a new teammate had joined their roster. This one is special; she can’t catch a ball, at least not a football. She can’t throw or tackle. What she can do goes far beyond the extreme physical requirements for professional football players. Zoë is a one-year-old French Bulldog, […]
Support dog helps grieving classmates
April 6, 2020
As a community prepares to say a final good-bye to Logan and Briggs Connolly, a special visitor was at the boys’ school – an emotional support dog named Scout. On Friday with their classmates still mourning their loss, Scout was spreading the love. “The dog got here this morning at about 9 o’clock and stayed […]
ESA misrepresentation
April 6, 2020
Is it time to crack down on tenants who misrepresent their pets as emotional support animals? A state Senate panel heard testimony this week that was split on this question. Housing providers and owners of property rental businesses supported the package, alleging that the problem of ESA misrepresentation among their tenants is serious and has […]
Pairing service dogs with veterans
April 6, 2020
Lawmakers are pushing to pair service dogs with veterans suffering from PTSD. Currently, the Department of Veterans Affairs does not provide service dogs for mental health conditions. Puppies Assisting Wounded Service members (PAWS) Act of 2019, introduced by U.S. Representative John Rutherford (R-FL), would create a competitive grant program through the VA for organizations to […]
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