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4th of July safety tips for pets

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Thursday, June 28th, 2012, 11:49am
4th of July safety tips for pets

(KFVS) - The Humane Society of Missouri has some Fourth of July safety tips for pets.

HEAT WARNING: Please remember when temperatures and heat indexes soar this week, pet owners are advised to take special precautions to keep pets safe. It is critical to never leave a pet in a parked car when the outside temperature is above 70 degrees. High temperatures can be deadly for pets left without a cool, shady place to rest and plenty of water.

 

Pets and Fireworks Don’t Mix: The loud crack and boom of fireworks can frighten animals and cause even the most obedient pets to behave out of character. A startled dog or cat may hide or try to escape the noise by digging under, chewing through or climbing over fences. To help make the holiday fun for humans and safe for pets, the Humane Society of Missouri has a few tips for this Fourth of July holiday.

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Author Catherine Stovall to host pet food and supply drive

Submitted by Stephanie Pogue on Friday, June 22nd, 4:12 pm
Author Catherine Stovall to host pet food and supply drive

SCOTT COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - Catherine Stovall, author of Stolen: Requiem of Humanity, will host a pet food and supply drive to benefit Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary.

The drive will take place on June 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Scott City Plaza in front of Bob's Foodliner's. Donators can stop by and meet the author of Stolen, and meet some of Safe Harbor's animals that will benefit from the drive.  There will also be prizes and a drawing to win a copy of Stolen.

Some donations needed are Purina Cat, Dog, Puppy, and Kitten food, any brand of canned cat food, litter boxes, 5 gallon metal buckets, cat bed and toys, dog toys, straw, cleaning supplies, paving stones, benches, chairs, stools, scratching posts, rugs, and bird baths and seeds.

For more information contact Catherine Stovall 573-887-0934.

Copyright 2012 KFVS.

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Reading for Rescues to raise supplies for Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Tuesday, June 19th, 2012, 10:39am
Reading for Rescues to raise supplies for Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary

SCOTT CITY, MO (KFVS) - Reading for Rescues, a pet food and supply drive, will be June 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Scott City.

Hosted by local author Catherine Stovall and images Vinyl Lettering & Graphics, all donations will help provide Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary with supplies needed to help care for homeless pets until adopted by a loving family.

The event will be at the Scott City, Mo. Plaza, in front of Bob's Foodliner.

Stovall will sign copies of her debut novel "Stolen: The Requiem of Humanity Series, Book One." Volunteers from Safe Harbor will have pets currently available for adoption present and there will be fun activities for the kids, along with a drawing to win prizes.

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Humane Society of Mo. offers tips to keep pets safe during hot weather

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Monday, May 28th, 2012, 12:00pm
Humane Society of Mo. offers tips to keep pets safe during hot weather

(KFVS) - The Humane Society of Missouri is reminding people to remember pets as the temperature and heat indexes soar.

Some tips from the humane society to keep your pets cool include:

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April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, humane society offers safety tips

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012, 2:29pm
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, humane society offers safety tips

(KFVS) - The Humane Society of Missouri says April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and that it is a perfect time to brush up on pet safety tips.

The humane society is urging pet owners to take extra care of pets during spring weather conditions. Some tips include:

Disaster Preparedness - Remember your pet

  • Make sure your pet is a part of your plans to seek shelter
  • Assemble an emergency supply kit for your pet including: leashes and/or harnesses, food and drinking water, medications and copies of medical records, current photos
  • Create a list of places and people that might take in pets during emergency situations

Other Tips to Keep Your Pet Healthy

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You can enter your dog now for ACA Dog Show in June

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Saturday, January 21st, 2012, 1:19pm
You can enter your dog now for ACA Dog Show in June

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - The Southeast Chapter of the American Pet Breeders Association and American Canine Association will host a Conformation Dog Show and Seminar on June 29 and 30.

The dog show and seminar will be at the American Legion Hall in Poplar Bluff on PP Highway behind Ozark Flooring.

A schedule of events includes:

Friday, June 29

  • 8 a.m. - Registration and booth visitation
  • 8:20 a.m. - Welcome by MPBA Southeast Chapter President Wayne Powell
  • 8:30 a.m. - Dr. Kesler
  • 10 a.m. - Booth visitation
  • 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. - ACA Dog Show
  • 12:30 p.m. - Lunch on your own (concessions available) Jr handler show
  • 1:30 p.m. - Dr. Kesler
  • 3 p.m. - Booth visitation
  • 3:30 p.m. - ACA Dog Show

Saturday, June 30

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Humane Society offers tips to keep your pets healthy over the holidays

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Friday, December 16th, 2011, 1:18pm
Humane Society offers tips to keep your pets healthy over the holidays

(KFVS) - The Humane Society of Missouri is offering some tips to keep your pets happy and health this holiday season.

The Humane Society says many pet owners don't know the hidden dangers in holiday treats and trimmings.

According to the humane society, human foods, fed even in small amounts, can cause stomach upset in pets, or in certain instances, result in severe problems. Some popular holiday treats that can cause harm to your pet include:

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