PETS

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

These include upfront costs, the cost of annual essentials and optional costs.

A dog turned out to be another dog’s best friend in what was a courageous rescue.

Local artists are using their craft to benefit animals at the Roanoke Valley SPCA.

Looking for an active, sweet and energetic pet? Look no further.

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Julie Rickmond, Marketing and Communications Director for the Roanoke Valley SPCA said she’s a five-month-old puppy looking for a family who will have patience with her and help her learn to be a good girl through positive reinforcement training.

Animal lovers will soon have another veterinary hospital to ensure their pets are healthy.

The new cancer screening test can detect seven different types of cancers that are common in dogs.

The program gives people the chance to take a dog out of the shelter for the day.

The owner of two dogs reported stolen, then found dead in Franklin County has been arrested in connection with their deaths, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Lucy is a fourth-month-old kitten that will be available for adoption at the Roanoke Valley SPCA on Friday, Feb. 16.

Two black labs that were reported stolen out of Franklin County last week were found dead on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

A search is underway for two black labs stolen from Waid Park in Rocky Mount Tuesday morning, according to the Franklin County Humane Society and Adoption Center.

Angels of Assisi is providing more opportunities to get free food for your pets.

This week Dorito, a six-month-old kitten, won over the hearts of the newsroom and our viewers.

Through Jan. 8 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the shelter will be hosting a special adoption event, their website said.

Angels of Assisi hands of free pet food to community

Angels of Assisi is giving away free pet food on Monday, Dec. 19, and Wed. Dec. 21.

Animal observing at a zoo or aquarium are popular activities for many, but some have decided to take it to a new level.

Citing a database of over a million pet parents, Rover came up with a list of the top dog and cat names of 2022.

Two Roanoke organizations are teaming up soon to host a pet clinic for the Spanish-speaking community.

We’re sure you’ve got an awesome Halloween costume picked out already, and I’m sure you’d love to share it with everyone.

Local pet shelters including Angels of Assisi have run out of room to help more animals.

Angels of Assisi is hosting a mobile pet health clinic Saturday in Roanoke.

15 dogs now have a shot at a happy, healthy life after being rescued by the Angels of Assisi Monday.

Go ahead and crack a cold one for your furry friend – and don’t worry, it doesn’t contain any alcohol.

The dogs are trained to help children and adults with disabilities become more independent at no cost to the individual

Roanoke Valley SPCA is teaming up with four other local shelters to offer adoption specials this weekend.

On Thursday, LHS announced they have 20 new cats and kittens at their facility, all from shelters in Florida that were impacted by the storm.

Mountain View Humane in Christiansburg is celebrating National Pit Bull Awareness Month by offering free rabies vaccines.

Sunken Gardens, a botanical garden located in St. Petersburg, tweeted out a photo of a group of flamingos hanging out in a bathroom while riding out Hurricane Ian.

NBC 7 reports Authorities received a call about Meeko, a terrier mix, who was found in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, emaciated with scabs and fur loss.

The goal of the walk is to help Pet Partners raise $100,000.

On Sept. 23, 1952, Richard Nixon delivered in front of a national TV audience what became known as the “Checkers Speech,” a 30-minute address to the nation.

The shelter has only had foster cats, but they’ll soon be able to house dogs, too

You can apply early and take a furry friend home with you on the day of the event, BHS said

This is no ordinary canine.

The Franklin County Humane Society and the Franklin County Animal Shelter are completely full, and they’re asking anyone who is looking for a pet to consider adopting.

Does your dog need a little extra sparkle? Dolly has a plan for that.

Meet Simon, a younger, energetic pup who enjoys being around other dogs.

Need a furry friend to snuggle with, or maybe one to explore with? Keke might just be the perfect fit for you.

Dink is an older cat at the Montgomery County Animal Care and Adoption Center that has been waiting for a family to take her, and her best buddy, home for over seven weeks.

These days, the Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney for Botetourt County has a new four-legged partner by her side.

Time to take away Simba’s worries for the rest of his days.

Talk about cuteness overload. If you need a new four-legged friend, look no further.

Handsome Hammy is searching for his furever family and has a ton of energy to share.

Oreo is a sweet, young fella that’s looking for his forever home. He’s been in and out of the shelter for over seven months – which is just as long as he’s been alive.

These four cats are patiently waiting at the Danville Humane Society for the purrfect person or family to take them home.

Meet Speck: A handsome herd dog looking for his new home. He’s three years old, eagle smart, and loves to play fetch.

The retailer says it had a "record Christmas" which saw it groom 5,500 dogs on Christmas Eve alone.

As people begin to return to the office, it may be a difficult transition for pets and their owners. NPR's Rachel Martin got some tips from veterinarian Douglas Kratt.

Can your pets be art? A millennia-spanning exhibition at the Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas in Austin is devoted to our fascinating four-legged companions. Anna Werner reports.