Pet News
Infectious Disease Risks in our Area - Updated Articles (Leptospirosis, Rabies, Distemper)
Oregon Public Health Issues Blue-Green Algae Advisories: Toxic to Dogs & People
Oregon Public Health Issues Blue-Green Algae Advisories: Toxic to Dogs & People. The first blue-green algae report of the season has been issued.
Leptospirosis on the Oregon Coast
Leptospirosis Found in Sea Lions on Oregon Coast: Humans and Pet Owners Exercise Caution
Information about Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis (lepto for short) is a growing concern for dog owners throughout the United States, including cities, suburbs and rural areas. This is a website created by a vaccine producer.
Leptospirosis on the Central Oregon Coast
Warnings Issued for Oregon Coast About Sick Sea Lions
Leptospirosis on the Oregon Coast
Article from the South Lincoln County News publication.
Updated Articles on the Swine Flu in Veterinary Medicine
This article and list of articles has been compiled by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). This is an exhaustive listing of up-to-date information about the swine flu in animals (cats, ferrets, turkeys, pigs, etc.).
Distemper outbreak strikes raccoon population, pet owners warned
This articles originates from King County, Washington. This article illustrates the importance of getting your dog vaccinated against canine distemper virus. Many do not realize that this disease is deadly and can be contracted from raccoons.
Rabies Found in Goat and 2 Foxes in Josephine County, Oregon
Oregon Public Health officials are warning people to protect themselves and their pets from rabies after finding a rabid goat and two foxes in Cave Junction in Josephine County, Oregon.
Current Pet-Related News Stories
Pooch pop? Bird bras? The wackiest new pet products
Global Pet Expo showcases the greatest and strangest in animal lifestyle trends...
10 of the most toxic plants to pets
MSNBC reports on the 10 most toxic plants to pets.
KindNews, Animal Awareness Website for the Entire Family
KindNews.org is supported by the Humane Society of the United States. This wonderful website is full of animal information and pet care tips for the ENTIRE family. Spend some time with the kids navigating this website.
Older Pets Can Make the Best Pets
This news story out of Florida details some specifics about the adoption of older pets.
Rabies Found in Goat and 2 Foxes in Josephine County, Oregon
Get an update on the rabies virus situation in our state. Update is an article presented by the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association.
Pet Food Recalls and Food Alerts
Purina Recalls Cat Foods (July 2011)
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is recalling approximately 870 bags of dry cat food shipped to Colorado, Idaho and Oregon. The food has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Urgent - Iams and Eukanuba pet food recall; salmonella risk for humans and pets
URGENT - YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE IAMS PET FOOD RECALL!!!!!
IAMS Cat Food Recall, June 9 2010
The Procter & Gamble Company is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its IAMS canned cat food in North America as a precautionary measure. Diagnostic testing indicated that the product may contain insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is essential for cats.
Natural Balance Recalls Sweet Potato and Chicken Dog Food
Find out more about the recall of Natural Balance's recall of its Sweet Potato and Chicken Dog Foods.
Feline’s Pride Recalls Natural Chicken Formula Cat Food Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Feline’s Pride Recalls Natural Chicken Formula Cat Food Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Local Pet News and Events
Animal Services District Vote Set for 2012
Lincoln County leaders have endorsed a plan aimed at providing long-term funding for the county's animal shelter while also giving property owners a kitten-sized reduction in their taxes.
Lincoln County Animal Shelter Inmate Education Program
Lori Tobias writes about the inmate programs at the Lincoln County Animal Shelter. Dr. Charles Hurty has been able to continue the shelter staff veterinary education sessions at the Lincoln County Animal Shelter, and the inmates have been attending these programs.
Grove Veterinarians Help Shelter
Dr. Hurty and Dr. Knight helped to develop a training program for the staff of the Lincoln County Animal Shelter.
Local Citizens form the Friends of the Lincoln County Animal Shelter (FOLCAS) group
Barbara Covell summarizes the early actions of the newly formed nonprofit group, Friends of the Lincoln County Animal Shelter (FOLCAS).
Lincoln County Animal Shelter Fate in Hands of Voters
Recent article about the Lincoln County Animal Shelter and Measure 21-134. Save our animal shelter today!
Lincoln County Animal Shelter Faces Closure and Changes
The recent challenges faced by the Lincoln County Animal Shelter make headlines in Eugene, Oregon.
A Double Whammy for Animal Shelters
Lincoln County makes national headlines with Measure 21-134 on the ballot to save the animal shelter.
Commissioners announce animal shelter decision
After more than a month of bruising public debate, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners has decided against handing control of the animal shelter to a nonprofit, with one member saying "seeds of distrust in the community" would cause the group's plans to fail.
Poison Control for Animals and Updates on Animal Poisons
ASPCA Poison Control Information
This is the ASPCA's website for animal poison control. Get important information about animal poisonings and find the contact information for the ASPCA poison control center.
The 10 Most Poisonous Plants to Animals
MSNBC reports on the ten most poisonous plants to animals.
Animal Rescue News & Rescue Groups
Fences for Fido Organization
This group based in Portland, Oregon has a mission to promote positive human-pet bonds by "unchaining" dogs. They build fences for families with chained dogs.
Animal and Pet Fun and Games Websites
The Switcheroozoo Website
This is a fun website that allows you to CREATE and NAME new animals.