We love our pets, but sometimes, we don’t always understand what they want. They may not be able to speak, but we can get information based on their body language. Recognizing their signals is key to understanding their needs and emotions.

Roanoke Fire-EMS’ first-ever foster dog has found its forever home with one of the department’s firefighters.

UPDATE:

The Food and Drug Administration is warning pet owners that hundreds of dog deaths and illnesses could be connected to Midwestern Dog Foods.

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi has begun construction on its new Community Pet Hospital and Adoption Center. The shelter posted about the update on Facebook on Wednesday, writing:“It is an exciting day here at Angels of Assisi as excavation has begun on our new property! A big thank you to everyone that has helped get us to this point. We can’t wait to keep everyone updatedon the progress of the new Community Pet Hospital and Adoption Center. For more information on our new facility,visit https://www.canyouimagine.gives/ #Imagine #HelpIsHere”The new pet hospital and adoption shelter will be located near the intersection of Franklin Road and Elm Avenue in Roanoke across from Roanoke Fire-EMS Station #1.

Pet of the Week - ArielIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.

Pet of the Week - ChiefIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.

RVSPCA Pet of the Week - CarlyIf you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.

Pet of the Week - November 22If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1554.