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When Planning for the Fourth Remember Fido and Tabby

When Planning for the Fourth Remember Fido and Tabby

North Shore Animal League America Offers Tips for a Pet-Safe 4th of July

Rutland County Humane Society Waives Fees to Promote Adoptions of Adult Cats

From June 1 through August 31, the Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) will not be charging adoption fees for adult cats over the age of one year.

One Week. 5000 Animals.

A Lofty Goal for Pilots N Paws

Pet Friendly Rentals - Part 1

A Win-Win-Win Situation for Landlords, Tenants and Pets

Pet Friendly Rentals - Part 2

A Win-Win-Win Situation for Landlords, Tenants and Pets

Meet birds, butterflies, and other New England residents up close & personal!

July Programs at the North Branch Nature Center

Take Your Dog on Vacation with a Road Trip

Try One of DogFriendly.com's Top 10 Dog-Friendly Resort Areas in the United States

Pets are People Too!

AP-Petside.com Poll Reveals that American Pets are Often Treated Like Humans

June – the Month to Celebrate our Feline Friends

Find a new furry companion at your local shelter this month

Feeding the Hungry Pets of Vermont

Northfield woman maintains ongoing food drive for needy companion animals

Bat fungus causing historic decline

WASHINGTON — A mysterious fungus attacking America's bats could spread nationwide within years and represents the most serious threat to wildlife in a century, experts warned Congress on Thursday.

Recession-proof jobs helping animals

Animal Behavior College Observes That Pet Careers Continue to Thrive in Dismal Economy

Studies show action needed now to save bats

RICHMOND — Joined by 60 other national and regional organizations, the Center for Biological Diversity is asking Congress to increase emergency funding for research into white nose syndrome, a disease that has devastated bat populations in the eastern United States during the past two years.

Lawyer: Courts should recognize pets as 'family'

When Susan Goodby lost two beloved "members of the family" to alleged medical malpractice in 2002, the Craftsbury woman and her husband asked a superior court judge to award them damages for loss of companionship and emotional distress.

Abbot and Fiona take Vermont!

Eugenia and Joanne had a dilemma.

A life of animal TLC, now reunited with them at the Rainbow Bridge

Animal advocate, veterinarian dies at 55

Humane Society donation dog theft suspect arrested

Homeless pets almost lost a little bit more last week when a Fair Haven man allegedly stole — and was later caught with — a donation jar for the Rutland County Humane Society.

'Rehab in action'

VINS invites public to see birds healed

Vermont seeks fed help with bat syndrome

Vermont's congressional delegation is seeking increased federal resources to investigate a potential ecological disaster that could decimate the state's bat population.

Vermont State Legislature Passes Bill to Prevent Antifreeze Poisoning of Pets

Nation’s Largest Animal Protection Organization Urges Gov. Douglas to Sign

Vermont needs 13 new large-animal vets -- and will help pay their bills

Bill sets up loan forgiveness program for Vermont veterinarians

Feds Restore Protections to Endangered Species & Their Habitats

Salazar and Locke Restore Scientific Consultations under the Endangered Species Act to Protect Species and their Habitats

They've got the power!

Petfinder.com Foundation awards Save Our Strays (SOS) of Huntington, Vermont, a Power to the Paws Generator

Hunters and Animal Advocates Push to Outlaw Coyote-Killing "Derbies"

Vermont Senate introduces legislation to ban killing contests

‘Giving Animals a Voice Through Music’

Best Friends 25th Anniversary CD, produced by Vermont-based Animal Media Foundation, now released

A Home For Three Special Dogs

Quebec dogs move to Vermont

Black Is Beautiful

Overcoming Biases Against Black Dogs and Cats

Safeguarding the animals

Vermont is among the nation's leaders in animal protection laws

Love letter from a happy home for a once-neglected dog

Cletus, formerly "William," has settled in and become one of the family

Special delivery from HALO for Save Our Strays in Huntington, VT!

Due to meritorious service to formerly homeless animals, Save Our Strays has been awarded a HUGE donation of pet food!

Lake George, New York Cat Shelter at Risk

Support needed for the felines at Purrs and Paws

Frozen feral feline falls into warm hands

The 8-week-old tabby kitten was found frozen to a retaining wall on Spruce Street on Sunday, according to her new owner, Kate Stewart.

Rutland County loves cats and RCHS is grateful!

The Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) is pleased to announce that they are again accepting stray and owned cats and kittens into the shelter.

What Do Cats Need to Survive in Busy Shelters?

Ask Susan Cosby - she knows

Save Our Strays of Huntington, VT, awarded funds for rescued animals

A well-known local foundation recognizes S.O.S with a life-saving donation

Working to Solve the Feline Crisis in Shelters

No More Homeless Pets Conference addresses lifesaving measures for cats.

'Give the Gift' This Holiday Season

Hate to shop but love to find that perfect holiday gift?

Ratchet is Flying the Friendly Skies

Iraqi dog is coming home to be with his soldier and savior

Why Are We Still Breeding and Buying Pets?

575: A number to remember

"It's Not Cool to Be Cruel" Campaign


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