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Pets
'We're getting a lot of return requests': Increased need for pet adoptions as owners go back to the office
Pets
Great Iowa Pet Fest 2021
10-year-old Rex shows off her pet rats, "Naked" and "Meatball."
Pets
'We're getting a lot of return requests': Pet adoptions in higher need as owners go back into the office
AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport says their agency, as well as others like it, are struggling to find owners for an influx of pets.
Pets
Here's what you should do to prepare your pets before you stop working from home
The pandemic brought stress and anxiety to many, but many pets had the opposite experience since their owners were home all the time.
Pets
Obesity in dogs is climbing—a local vet shares tips for keeping pets healthy
A local veterinarian says she's noticed an increase in overweight pets. She shared some tips to combat obesity and keep the four-legged family members healthy.
Nation World
When it comes to heated divorce, pets aren't people too
There are special mediators and a push for so-called “petnups” to avoid courtroom disputes.
Nation World
Border collie Verb wins 2nd agility title at unique Westminster
More than 300 canines, ranging from a Chihuahua to a Rottweiler to mixed-breed dogs, were running timed obstacle courses to vie for the agility championship.
Pets
Community searches 11 days for missing Iowa dog
Iowans traveled from all over to help find Gerald.
Nation World
Westminster dog show this weekend features new breeds and new venue
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show has been moved out of Manhattan and will feature four breeds competing for the first time.
Nation World
New breeds vie for Best In Show at Westminster dog show
Dog handlers showed off four new breeds that will compete in this year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Pets
VERIFY: No, veterinarians are not giving pets the COVID-19 vaccine
Pets sometimes receive a “corona vaccine” but that is for a different type of respiratory infection and not used to protect against COVID-19.
Pets
Returning to work? Here’s how to reduce pet separation anxiety
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa said they've had an increase in calls from people being proactive about finding ways to reduce their pet's separation anxiety.
Pets
Great Iowa Pet Fest 2021
10-year-old Rex shows off her pet rats, "Naked" and "Meatball."
Pets
'We're getting a lot of return requests': Pet adoptions in higher need as owners go back into the office
AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport says their agency, as well as others like it, are struggling to find owners for an influx of pets.
Pets
Here's what you should do to prepare your pets before you stop working from home
The pandemic brought stress and anxiety to many, but many pets had the opposite experience since their owners were home all the time.
Pets
Obesity in dogs is climbing—a local vet shares tips for keeping pets healthy
A local veterinarian says she's noticed an increase in overweight pets. She shared some tips to combat obesity and keep the four-legged family members healthy.
Nation World
When it comes to heated divorce, pets aren't people too
There are special mediators and a push for so-called “petnups” to avoid courtroom disputes.
Nation World
Border collie Verb wins 2nd agility title at unique Westminster
More than 300 canines, ranging from a Chihuahua to a Rottweiler to mixed-breed dogs, were running timed obstacle courses to vie for the agility championship.
Pets
Community searches 11 days for missing Iowa dog
Iowans traveled from all over to help find Gerald.
Nation World
Westminster dog show this weekend features new breeds and new venue
The Westminster Kennel Club dog show has been moved out of Manhattan and will feature four breeds competing for the first time.
Nation World
New breeds vie for Best In Show at Westminster dog show
Dog handlers showed off four new breeds that will compete in this year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Pets
VERIFY: No, veterinarians are not giving pets the COVID-19 vaccine
Pets sometimes receive a “corona vaccine” but that is for a different type of respiratory infection and not used to protect against COVID-19.
Pets
Returning to work? Here’s how to reduce pet separation anxiety
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa said they've had an increase in calls from people being proactive about finding ways to reduce their pet's separation anxiety.
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