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Wild Bunch: troubled SA sanctuary looking to unload hundreds of animals

Wild Bunch: troubled SA sanctuary looking to unload hundreds of animals
Ron and Carol Asvestas built it, then screwed it up; next, daughter Nicole García sacked Mom and Dad; then, the new board, led by Jamie and Michelle Anthony-Cryer, sacked García.

Shelters trying to save animals

Shelters trying to save animals
JONESBORO — One local animal welfare agency collected dozens of animals, mostly cats, from a woman who hoarded them. Many of the animals are injured or sick, requiring many hours and dollars’ worth of medical care.

Remember homeless companion animals Saturday

Remember homeless companion animals Saturday
Homeless dogs and cats will be remembered in an event at Goodyear Park in Bogalusa Saturday, and even people who have adopted the once homeless are encouraged to take part. All social dogs are welcome.

Saratoga vet devotes life to caring for animals

Saratoga vet devotes life to caring for animals
In the back yard of Rose Houseweart’s San Jose home, veterinarian Dr. David Reed kneels down and makes a quick but methodical examination of Callie, a 12-year-old golden retriever.

Love for animals inspires new nonprofit

Love for animals inspires new nonprofit
PHOENIXVILLE — When Aislinn Vaughan rescued her first animal back in 2001, little did she realize that it would be the motivating factor for Spirit Fire Farm Inc., an organization aspiring to help both animals and at-risk youth.

5K Walk/Run benefits Common Sense for Animals, Warren County’s only no-kill animal shelter

5K Walk/Run benefits Common Sense for Animals, Warren County’s only no-kill animal shelter
Common Sense for Animals Shelter is sponsoring its Sixth Annual 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, Sept. 19 at Meadow Breeze Park in Washington Township. This sponsored walk/run raises funds that support the vital work of Warren County’s only no-kill animal shelter….

Emma Niles loves animals

Emma Niles loves animals
CHARLESTOWN – Emma Niles loves animals and when her 10th birthday rolled around on June 14 she decided to invite her friends to bring gifts for the Charlestown Animal Shelter instead of for her.

Fish hooks, hairpins among objects devoured by animals

Fish hooks, hairpins among objects devoured by animals
Jamie Garwood’s dog once ate a giant burrito. Not too unusual until you find out her dog is a Chihuahua.

Animals find comfort among seniors … and vice versa

Animals find comfort among seniors … and vice versa
St. Anne’s Retirement Community in Columbia is a home to more than just people. Over the last decade, it also has acquired dogs, cats, birds, turtles and fish as resident therapy pets for the residents.”So many residents lose their pets when they enter assisted living or skilled care,” said Kare…

Hoarding a danger to people, animals

Hoarding a danger to people, animals
East Tennessee has recorded several animal hoarding cases in recent months. Some cats and dogs were saved; dozens more were in such bad shape they had to be euthanized. One home has been condemned, another completely demolished.