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The daycare no dog wants to leave
Read full article: The daycare no dog wants to leaveNetta Furry Babies relocated from Springfield to Orange Park offering more than just a visit with a personalized experience for pets with their grooming, daycare and boarding services. From pampered grooming sessions to safe and fun daycare and overnight stays, your pet will feel at home when they stay at the facility. www.netta-furry-babies.com
What’s really in your dog’s food? Consumer Reports has some answers
Read full article: What’s really in your dog’s food? Consumer Reports has some answersPet owners want the best when it comes to feeding their four-legged friends. And with so many dog food choices — from fresh to freeze-dried and everything in between — how do you even know what’s best for your pet?
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office welcomes therapy K-9 to support deputies
Read full article: Flagler County Sheriff’s Office welcomes therapy K-9 to support deputiesThe Flagler County Sheriff’s Office has introduced a new therapy dog to support its detention deputies. Therapy K-9 Lucy, a toy Australian Shepherd, will provide comfort and emotional support to staff at the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility.
Story Time: Reading to dogs and cats at the Jacksonville Humane Society
Read full article: Story Time: Reading to dogs and cats at the Jacksonville Humane SocietyPawsitive Reading – a program in which children visit the shelter to read to the pets – is designed to provide enrichment for kids, dogs, and cats. Believe it or not, just listening to a person reading out loud has been proven to lower stress levels in animals! Pawsitive Reading is also a great way for kids to work on their literacy skills in safe, fun environment. To learn more, visit https://jaxhumane.org/get-involved/education/pawsitive-reading/
Paws and reflect: Jacksonville shelters share guide to saving kittens this season
Read full article: Paws and reflect: Jacksonville shelters share guide to saving kittens this seasonWith kitten season upon us, these organizations are eager to share the purr-fect advice on how to lend a paw if you stumble upon a litter of kittens.
Pawsing for Pets: Help Orrin find his furever home!
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Help Orrin find his furever home!Blaze is a 5-year-old pup who is as beautiful on the inside as he is on the outside. Blaze enjoys exploring outdoors, making new friends, and showing off his high-five skills!
Pluto Mercury is orbiting his new furever home
Read full article: Pluto Mercury is orbiting his new furever homePluto is a fun hound/ACD mix. He is silly, playful, and eager to please. Watching him chase his tail is hilarious and entertaining. If you want a cuddler, look no more. He’s loved every dog he met on walks and at the dog park. He has basic cues mastered as well as crate trained. If you’re looking for a sweet and loyal companion who will follow you around and just want to be close, Pluto might be the perfect addition to your family. Come meet this adorable guy today—Pluto Mercury is ready to find his forever home!
Florida lawmaker proposes new bill to stiffen state’s laws on dangerous dogs
Read full article: Florida lawmaker proposes new bill to stiffen state’s laws on dangerous dogsState Sen. Tom Wright filed Senate Bill 572 after an 8-year-old boy was mauled to death last month in Volusia County, which Wright represents.
Shelter offers $14 adoptions, blind date matchmaking, and dog ‘date’ out for Valentine’s weekend
Read full article: Shelter offers $14 adoptions, blind date matchmaking, and dog ‘date’ out for Valentine’s weekendThe Jacksonville Humane Society is celebrating Valentine’s Day by offering a weekend packed with opportunities to spread the love to homeless pets.
Bobby and Vicki, cats found in cardboard box in the rain, now looking for furever home
Read full article: Bobby and Vicki, cats found in cardboard box in the rain, now looking for furever homeBobby and Vicki -- named for characters in “The Waterboy” -- started their journey with SAHS in a cardboard box in the rain, and six months later, they are ready for their fur-ever homes.
Pawsing For Pets: Help Roxanne find her furever home!
Read full article: Pawsing For Pets: Help Roxanne find her furever home!Roxanne is a 10-year-old Basenji mix with a touch of spice and a heart full of love. She’s affectionate with people, polite on a leash, and gets along well with other dogs, though she’s not afraid to let them know her boundaries.
City of Jacksonville announces Professional Animal Workers Certificate (PAWS) program for individuals with IDD
Read full article: City of Jacksonville announces Professional Animal Workers Certificate (PAWS) program for individuals with IDD“Currently, 91% of individuals with IDD are unemployed. That’s unacceptable, and we can do better,” Reichert said. The PAWS program was created to address this disparity, providing both skills training and professional certifications.
Pawsing for Pets: Help Taylor find a furever home
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Help Taylor find a furever homeTaylor is an adorable, petite little couch potato! She's great on a leash and enjoys her walks, but she is always looking to take a nap and snuggle. She's good with dogs and kids. She takes a minute to warm up but once she does, she is the sweetest thing! Taylor was found here in Jacksonville hiding with her babies in a storm drain. We took them in to make sure they were safe and taken care of. All the puppies have been adopted and now it's her turn to find her forever home!
Pawsing For Pets: Oregon is rising and seeking his furever home.
Read full article: Pawsing For Pets: Oregon is rising and seeking his furever home.Oregon is a six month old black and white male kitten that the St. Augustine Humane Society trapped in July along with her mother and brother. The owner of the mama cat wanted to keep mama cat but did not want to keep the kittens. Mama cat was called Calli, so we named the two kittens Arizona and Oregon, and we affectionately refer to them as the “State Cats.” We spayed and neutered Calli, Arizona, and Oregon. Mama cat was returned (TNR). Thanks in part to River City Live, Arizona was recently placed in a forever home. We are now hoping to placed Oregon with a forever family. Oregon loves high places and has acclimated to being a domesticated, home kitten. She has been spayed and has all her shots. She is ready to start the new year off in her new forever home. www.staughumane.org
Service with a smile: Sweet therapy dog Taco brings comfort to Flagler County Fire Rescue
Read full article: Service with a smile: Sweet therapy dog Taco brings comfort to Flagler County Fire RescueThere’s no better way for Flagler County Fire Rescue to embrace the holidays than with a pint-sized, er Taco-sized, therapy dog!
Pawsing For Pets: Phoenix is rising and seeking his Furever home
Read full article: Pawsing For Pets: Phoenix is rising and seeking his Furever homeMeet Arizona, one of the sweetest, inquisitive little guys you will ever meet. Arizona is a 4-month old, male kitten. He has been neutered and has received all his kitten vaccinations. He loves high places and climbs anything, including anyone that picks him up. He is a curious little guy and makes friends with other kittens and humans quickly. He has not spent much time around dogs but we imagine he would make friends with a dog in no time because he is generally fearless.
Nacho average fire dog: New therapy dog ‘Taco’ helps ease stress in Flagler County
Read full article: Nacho average fire dog: New therapy dog ‘Taco’ helps ease stress in Flagler CountyThere’s no better way for Flagler County Fire Rescue to embrace the holidays than with a pint-sized, er Taco-sized, therapy dog!
Caring for your pets this holiday season with the experts at Forever Vets
Read full article: Caring for your pets this holiday season with the experts at Forever VetsForever Vets is always sharing fun -fur friendly events and promotions, but this team always makes sure we now how to keep our pets of all shapes and sizes safe and sound. Check out their advice to keep your holiday healthy and happy!
Saving Socks: One stray’s incredible journey to Georgia shines spotlight on Guam’s boonie dog crisis
Read full article: Saving Socks: One stray’s incredible journey to Georgia shines spotlight on Guam’s boonie dog crisisIt's estimated that as many as 70,000 "boonie" dogs live on the U.S. island territory of Guam, which has a population of just 173,000 people. One of those dogs -- a pup named Socks -- captured the heart of an Air Force Reserve Master Sergeant from Valdosta, Georgia. And our News4JAX community helped them reunite.
Pawsing for Pets: Help Annie find a furever home
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets: Help Annie find a furever homeAnnie, a lovable furry friend currently up for adoption through Fur Sisters, is a delightful companion who has quickly found her place in a warm, loving foster home. Annie’s contentment is evident with her sweet personality and her silly antics (she loves carrying her toys around!l...it’s the cutest!)
Vito the pug crowned best in show at National Dog Show competition
Read full article: Vito the pug crowned best in show at National Dog Show competitionThe most prominent tradition on Thanksgiving Day is watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, followed by the National Dog Show, which has been a beloved Thanksgiving tradition for millions over the past two decades. For the first time in twenty years, a pug named Vito won Best in Show in the 92nd National Dog Show, presented by Purina and hosted by NBC—Peacock.
Looking for a new family member? Jacksonville animal shelters offering free pet adoptions for Black Friday weekend
Read full article: Looking for a new family member? Jacksonville animal shelters offering free pet adoptions for Black Friday weekendAre you considering adding a furry friend to your family this holiday season? The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) and Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) will offer a Black Friday special from Nov. 29 through Dec. 1.

Caught on camera: Pig goes ‘hog wild’ after escaping Robinson’s Racing Pigs at Jacksonville Fair
Read full article: Caught on camera: Pig goes ‘hog wild’ after escaping Robinson’s Racing Pigs at Jacksonville FairA runaway pig kept Jacksonville police officers on their toes during the Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair one night when it was in town.

Help Bradford the Shepherd find his furever home this holiday season 🐾
Read full article: Help Bradford the Shepherd find his furever home this holiday season 🐾Bradford arrived from a kill shelter in early November. At two years old, he is neutered, fully vaccinated, and ready to join a loving family. Known as a “cuddle bug” by everyone at the shelter, Bradford enjoys going on walks, playing with his furry friends, and curling up for snuggles, which is his absolute favorite activity.
Pawsing for Pets with Forever Vets | Must not miss November events
Read full article: Pawsing for Pets with Forever Vets | Must not miss November eventsForever Vets Animal Hospitals in Florida are full-service veterinary facilities completely dedicated to the well-being of both you and your pet. We are proud to serve the Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, St. Augustine, St. Johns, Nocatee, and Orlando markets to provide a mixture of exceptional customer service and top-notch pet hospital care.
Dog potentially injured in clash with off-duty animal control officer, pet’s owner
Read full article: Dog potentially injured in clash with off-duty animal control officer, pet’s ownerWhat began as a routine outing for Luna, the 5-year-old pit bull, and her handler, Robert Colasanti, turned into an unexpected event that not only injured Luna but also led to the investigation of a Jacksonville Animal Control officer.
Consumer Reports shares the best poop-scooping techniques and gadgets for dog owners
Read full article: Consumer Reports shares the best poop-scooping techniques and gadgets for dog ownersIt’s a dirty job, but someone has to do it. Consumer Reports has the scoop on the best gadgets and techniques to scoop that poop.
Woofgang Amadeus Mozart is seeking his furever home
Read full article: Woofgang Amadeus Mozart is seeking his furever homeMeet Woofgang Amadeus Mozart, a charming 5-month-old pup with a playful spirit and a heart full of love! This little composer is ready to bring joy, fun, and loyalty to his forever home—don’t miss the chance to adopt your new best friend!