Lack Of Education Fuels Cold Weather Pet Law Violations
Many residents violating animal shelter laws during cold weather like we are experiencing this Sunday and Monday are simply unaware of the specific legal requirements for pet care. Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Cody Meadows said officers responding to animal welfare calls often encounter owners who are following old habits or cultural norms rather than […]
Best Friends Sanctuary Asks For Help In Winter Protection
A Fentress County animal rescue group is asking the community for dog houses and straw to help keep pets warm during the remainder of the winter Best Friends Sanctuary President Sharon Cravens said the sanctuary accepts surrendered animals and offers resources to the public. But the last two weeks have shown the need for protecting […]
Parasitic Screwworms Could Impact Pets, Livestock In UC
The New World Screwworm, a parasitic fly, has been detected in Mexico and could soon enter the southeast. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture said screwworms present a threat to pets and livestock. University of Tennessee Agriculture Extension Agent Wayne Key said screwworms lay their eggs on an animals skin, and the larvae start feeding at […]
Clinic Making Strides With Year Of New Leadership
Cookeville’s Major Mike Shipley Spay and Neuter Clinic has administered some 4,500 pet surgeries since Wags and Whiskers took over the clinic in April of last year. Wags and Whiskers President Elizabeth Sofia said some 1,500 of those operations have been from volume clients like local animal shelters. She said many Major Mike’s employees stayed […]
Animal Leader: Pets Are Vulnerable to Frostbite In Current Conditions
Your animals can be victims of frostbite in the cold weather we are experiencing this week. Overton County Animal Awareness Association President Vicky Smith said failure to provide an animal with appropriate shelter and enough water is animal cruelty and can lead to legal charges. “If you’re letting your dog out and they come back […]
Pets Are Not The Best Surprise Gifts For Christmas
Pets make for nice Christmas gifts, but they are not good surprises. That is according to Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracy. Hutchinson-Tracy said the owner should always be a part of the selection process. “When adopting for a child, there has to be a lot of thought,” Hutchinson-Tracy said. “You can only expect the child […]
Poinsettias Not The Only Christmas Plant You Should Keep Away From Pets
Poinsettias are mildly toxic for your pets, but you should be more aware about two other decorative plants that present danger. White County Ag Extension Office Director Scott Swoape said holly and mistletoe create worse symptoms for pets if ingested. “The holly what’s toxic on those are the pretty, red berries,” Swoape said. “Definitely decorate […]
How To Keep Your Pets Safe During Heat Advisories
Hydration and shade are the two keys to keep your furry friends safe during this week’s very hot conditions. Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracey said depending on the breed and weight, heat-illnesses can occur in 40 minutes or less. “It’s as dangerous for pets as it is for people quite honestly, so the […]
Crossroads Shelter Aid Celebrating A Year Of Saved Pets At Warren Farmers Market
Crossroads Shelter Aid of Warren County is celebrating a year of saving dogs this Saturday. Founder Ashley Bouldin said the organization has scheduled live music and food trucks at the Warren County Farmers Market to acknowledge rescued pets. “We do more rescue and relocation,” Bouldin said. “And that means we take the adoptable dogs out […]
Cumberland Co. Animal Group Hosting Pet Microchip Identifier Clinic Saturday
Scared of losing track of your new cat or dog? Then Saturday’s microchip clinic in Crossville will help ease your worries. Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m. will be implanting the pet identifiers. Fundraiser Coordinator Holly Brown said pets at least six to eight weeks old are eligible. “If your […]
