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'We're getting a lot of return requests': Increased need for pet adoptions as owners go back to the office

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'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.

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Local 5 - weareiowa.com | Des Moines Local News & Weather | Des Moines, Iowa

'We're getting a lot of return requests': Increased need for pet adoptions as owners go back to the office

Great Iowa Pet Fest 2021

'We're getting a lot of return requests': Pet adoptions in higher need as owners go back into the office

Here's what you should do to prepare your pets before you stop working from home

Obesity in dogs is climbing—a local vet shares tips for keeping pets healthy

When it comes to heated divorce, pets aren't people too

Border collie Verb wins 2nd agility title at unique Westminster

Community searches 11 days for missing Iowa dog

Westminster dog show this weekend features new breeds and new venue

New breeds vie for Best In Show at Westminster dog show

VERIFY: No, veterinarians are not giving pets the COVID-19 vaccine

Returning to work? Here’s how to reduce pet separation anxiety

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