March 12, 2016
This Sunday at 2 am, we set our clocks forward an hour, forcing us to rise an hour earlier. Love it or hate it, it's coming.
Pets are affected by DST just as we humans are. They might not be quite ready for their bathroom and feeding routine so ...
February 16, 2016
A pet's bad breath may be a sign of serious health problems. To address the significance of oral health care for pets, the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month every February. Click HERE to learn more ...
January 15, 2016
Washington as rescue dog magnet state
By Joe Baker, DVM
Washington State Veterinarian
Looking to spend time with a loving rescue dog, perhaps as a long-promised gift to yourself or family this holiday season? If a rescue dog is on your gift list, be ...
December 24, 2015
YIPPEE - it's been a great week for the animals! All of our adoptable cats and kittens have found their forever homes so our Cat Adoption room is empty on Christmas Eve!!! Our Bunny room is also empty since all three were adopted yesterday! We still ...
December 15, 2015
With numerous holidays being celebrated from November through January, many family traditions and rituals include decorations and lots of new objects for your loving pets to get into. Following are some Do’s and Don’ts we hope will help keep everyone ...
December 4, 2015
Looking for something new and fun to do at work this holiday season? Consider creating a Giving Tree! Our ornaments feature pets from our shelter on one side, and an item we need printed on the other side. Simply decorate the tree, including these ...
November 19, 2015
Value Village offers a great way to get ready for the holidays and help out our community's homeless pets!
November 18, 2015
In April 2014, Animal Services was asked by the Washington State Gambling Commission to assist with their multi-agency warrant in response to neighbors' complaints about an alleged cockfighting operation. Upon arriving at the Rochester residence, ...