Pets
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Coyote Snatches Dog Belonging to Marple Woman’s Daughter
A coyote grabbed a tiny terrier in its jaws and ran away with it Thursday afternoon in a Marple backyard, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. A Marple woman witnessed the coyote snatch her daughter’s dog, according to a police incident report. The incident happed at about 1:15 PM in the 200 block of…
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Morrisville Therapy Goldendoodle is Semi-Finalist for Cadbury Bunny Contest
“Sylvan,” an adorable one-year-old Goldendoodle from Morrisville, is one of the semi-finalists of this year’s Cadbury Bunny contest, according to a staff report from 6 ABC. For the last five years, the chocolate company has been sending out a call to pet owners in its effort to find the next big star of its Cadbury…
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Grounded Paws: Sellersville Corgi Among Many Pups Joining No-Fly List Nationwide
A Sellersville corgi named Chesapeake, or Chessy, is one of many dogs on a no-fly list, writes Jacob Passy for The Wall Street Journal. Rachael Breder, the dog mom of this two-year-old pup said she tried to take him on a United flight when she was informed by agents that they were flagging her…
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Doylestown Woman is the Driving Force of Puppy Bowl Training
Doylestown trainer Victoria Schade is behind the seamless display of athletic puppy prowess in the heartwarming spectacle of the Puppy Bowl, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Every year, the event dazzles fans as over 100 adorable puppies engage in playful antics on a miniature football field. With 18 years as the show’s…
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America’s First Animal Shelter Hosts Dedication Event for New Cat Adoption Housing
Women’s Animal Center, America’s First Animal Shelter welcomed donors, board members, and supporters for a ribbon cutting and dedication of the organization’s New Cat Adoption Housing. The upgrade of the outdated cat adoption housing with new state-of-the-art habitats aligns with current best practices in feline animal welfare and improves the health and well-being of the…
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Meet the Heroic Dog Who Saved a Philadelphia Neighborhood From A Gas Leak, Potential Explosion
A 4-year-old husky named Kobe is being called a hero after he saved a neighborhood from a gas leak that could have led to an explosion, writes Kelli Bender for People. The dog started digging a large hole in the front of his Philadelphia home. As the hole grew bigger, Kobe’s owner, Chanel Bell, started…
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Kids Read to Pets in Bensalem as Part of Women’s Animal Center’s Unique Approach to Boost Literacy
Women’s Animal Center in Bensalem is bringing back a pre-COVID program that helps children and furry friends fall in love with reading, reports Sheila Watko for NBC 10. Story Tails allows children who are on the shyer side to practice their reading to shelter pets. Kids feel that the animals won’t judge them if…
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Hog Haven: Jamison’s Ross Mill Farm Helps Find Forever Homes for Rescued Pigs
The Pig Placement Networks at Ross Mill Farm in Jamison is a safe place for abused and abandoned pet pigs who are waiting to find their forever home, writes David Matthau for the WHYY. The organization also serves as a boarding facility for pet pigs. “We’re placing pigs all over the country, we’re like a…
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Halloween Cat Safety 101: Expert Advice from a University of Pennsylvania-Educated Veterinarian
A University of Pennsylvania-educated veterinarian has advice on how to keep your pet cat safe this Halloween, on ModernCat. Dressing your feline in a costume might be cute for Instagram but most fur-babies find them irritating, writes Dr. Liz Bales. These sneaky creatures might try to slink and slide out of a costume but…
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Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital to Host Fall Festival Open House as Part of Grand Opening
The Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital, located at 3931 Saw Mill Road in Doylestown, will be hosting a Fall Festival Open House next month. The event will be held on Oct. 22 from 12 – 2 PM. The veterinary practice opened its doors back in August. “To celebrate our recent opening, we are excited to host a Fall…
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Visitors Flock to Home Depot Just Outside of Bucks County to See Famous TikTok Cat
Visitors are flocking from far and wide to Home Depot in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, to see the resident cat that has become a viral TikTok sensation, according to a staff report from Fox 29 Philadelphia. Videos of the cat that were posted on the popular social media platform by one of the regular shoppers.…
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A New Luxury Pet Hotel is Coming to a Township Just Outside of Bucks County
K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel of Bethlehem, a new boarding and daycare center for dogs, is getting ready to open its doors in Bethlehem Township, writes Pamela Sroka-Holzmann for the Lehigh Valley Live. The luxury accommodation is set for a grand opening on Sept. 9. The day will include a tour of the facility, specials,…
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Three Dozen Animals Rescued from Crowded Hotel Room by Bucks County SPCA
Thirty-three cats and three dogs were rescued by the Bucks County SPCA from a crowded and filthy hotel room in Feasterville-Trevose, writes Maggie Mancini for the PhillyVoice. The room was littered with urine and feces and had a strong ammonia smell. The hotel staffers contacted the SPCA after they performed a routine room inspection. When…
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Doylestown’s Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital Officially Opens for Appointments
A new animal hospital is now open for business in Bucks County, offering top-quality medical services to pets around the area. The Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital, located at 3931 Saw Mill Road in Doylestown, opened its doors this week and is now accepting appointments for pet owners around the area. “We passed inspection and are…
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Husky Who Stopped Traffic on I-95 Brought Back Safely to Bucks County Pet Center
A young Husky called Enzo, the four-legged escape artist who stopped traffic at rush hour on I-95 on Friday, had to be rescued once again and brought back to a Bucks County pet center after he took off on Sunday, writes Liam Price for the Philly Burbs. The pup first made the news when the…
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Runaway Goats Found in Doylestown Over the Weekend. Police are Still Searching for the Owners
Authorities in Bucks County have found two rogue goats that were seen in a local backyard, and now they are looking for the owners. The duo was seen in the yard of a Doylestown family on Sunday afternoon. The owner was able to capture the two and they were later taken by members of the…
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Jamison Farm Searching for Weekend Volunteers to Work with Their Large Family of Pigs
A farm in Bucks County is looking for volunteers that can assist them with property maintenance and watching their various animals. Ross Mill Farm & Piggy Camp, located at 2464 Walton Road in Jamison, is looking to hire additional staff members and find volunteers who are great with pigs. The farm acts as a sanctuary for the animals…
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Two Paws Up: A New Partnership Aims to Develop Dog Beds That Regulate Body Heat
King of Prussia’s Big Barker, a manufacturer of orthopedic dog beds, is partnering with KulKote, the developers of a coating that can be applied to fabrics and foams to help regulate temperature. KulKote is a temperature-regulating technology with a proprietary chemical coating that is breathable, nontoxic and environmentally friendly, according to Big Barker. Through the…
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