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10th Annual Dinner/Auction to benefit the animals

10th Annual Dinner/Auction to benefit the animals

Join us Saturday May 10th on Seattle's waterfront for an evening of fun and inspiration as friends come together to help the countless animals in need of rescue, shelter, and adoption!

Is there a Future for the SCRAPS Pit Bulls?

Dogs rescued from fighting ring need another miracle

Flotsam, Jetsam, and Walt

Walt needs your help!

Changes Due In Seattle’s Animal Shelters

In early April 2008, the city of Seattle made some great commitments to the city's homeless animals.

"Be Kind to Animals" week

May 4 - 10

Tacoma has new spay/neuter clinic

The Peninsula Spay/Neuter Project provides spay and neuter services for pet cats and dogs and feral cats in an effort to stop the killing of companion animals due to overpopulation.

God's Unwanted Angels

Anne Nason’s labor of love about homeless cats

WSU partners with Grant County Animal Outreach

Fourth year Veterinarian students perform spay/neuter surgeries

Safe Haven for Soldiers' pets being closed

Animal Control tells Lakewood woman to cease her rescue operation

King County Rallies for the Animals

The Town Hall Meeting at the Highline Performing Arts Center in Burien, Washington, exceeded everyone’s expectations.

WSU receives $25 million grant from Gates Foundation

The grant represents the largest single private financial commitment in WSU history.

A cat in every port

Milli Schaber finds Kanab felines love her special TLC

Red Cross honors woman as "Animal Hero"

Working with animals, saving lives, is a journey of her heart.

Skagit County closes door on Puppy Mill

Commissioners refuse to issue kennel license

How about a game of Frisbee?

Lucky dogs in Edmonds, Washington now have an off-leash park where they can interact with other canines and share a spirited game of Frisbee.

Breed Specific Legislation In Washington State

Some cities do have legislation in effect, but thankfully it's not a state-wide issue.

Itsy is Big Medicine: Personal Interaction with a Therapy Dog

The third installment of the series on Animal Assisted Therapy.

Animal Assisted Therapy: The Measurable Benefits

The second in a series of 3 articles on animal assisted therapy.

Special puppy seeking foster home

A puppy born without use of her back legs deserves chance at a better life.

Animal Assisted Therapy: What “Makes” a Therapy Animal?

The first in a series of 3 articles on animal assisted therapy.

Protect Washington's Pets from Domestic Violence

Imagine a society in which everyone -- including pets -- is protected from abuse.

Kids, Kevlar and Canines

Students organize raffe to raise funds for Kevlar vest.

Woodinville group joins Pahrump rescue


30 Pit Bulls abandoned in Snohomish

Volunteers needed to build kennels

The Mischievous Misadventures of Dewey the Daring


Moses Lake City Council enforces 3-pet ordinance

Local man told to "lose" 26 cats to be in compliance.

Brits honor animal heroes


"Please don't take my dogs away"


Did you know......

If you give your pooch a dog biscuit,

Do you like to solve mysteries?

Become a volunteer pet detective.

Raise a puppy and change a person's life

Newly formed peninsula “Puppy Pilots” club raises puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind

Nobody is going to "rescue" you from your duty to your pet

One of the most frustrating parts of writing a pet column is the phone calls from people wanting me to find a home for their pets.

No-Kill shelter to be built in Lewis County

Chehalis to Get No-Kill Animal Shelter

Turn your travel into donations

Best Friends Animal Society now has its own travel website at www.BestFriendsTravel.org

"It's Not Cool to Be Cruel" Campaign


Healing Species, Healing Hearts

One humane education program shows that even the most wounded have something valuable to share.

National Campaign Showcases the Importance of Joining Forces With “Man’s Best Friend” in Overcoming Depression

Emmy-Winning Actress Helps People Incorporate Their Dog into a Support Network

Ferret Shelter Grows Up

From humble beginnings...

Every Life Matters

by Tammy S. Grimes, founder, Dogs Deserve Better

Let's talk about the birds and the bees

With the natural landscape shrinking due to housing developments and industrial parks, it's becoming more important than ever to provide habitat in your back yard for wildlife. Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife has lots of ideas on attracting birds (and yes, bees).

Wildlife Rehabiliation at Best Friends


Is Declawing the answer ?

Scratching is as natural to cats as purring and napping.

Anatomy 101 for the Pet Owner

A little additional knowledge can make the difference between life and death for your beloved pet.
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