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Pets & Animals
Hey Animal Lovers! Protect Your Pets With These Holiday Food Safety Tips
The holidays are synonymous with delicious food but make sure you know what foods are safe before sharing with your beloved family pet.
Native Indiana Berry is Pretty for Holiday Decor but Toxic to Humans and Pets
While many plants in the wild are completely harmless to humans and pets, one native Indiana species is toxic to both and should never be ingested. Learn what to watch out for on your next hike.
Warrick Humane Society to Build New $1.25 Million Animal Shelter
Indiana's Warrick Humane Society plans to build a brand new facility for the animals in its care. The organization is now accepting donations to fund the project.
Do Squirrels Know How Much Snow Indiana Will Get? Some People Believe So
According to old wives tales, the behavior of the fluffy-tailed critters may predict how much snow will fall during the winter.
Get Ready for the December 3rd Mutts at Myriad-Grinchmas Craft Fair
Shop for pet gifts and enjoy a Grinch-themed photo op December 3rd at Myriad Brewing in Newburgh for the Mutts at Myriad-Grinchmas Craft Fair.
This Youtube Famous Louisville Zoo Gorilla Loves Smart Phones
Apes at the Louisville Zoo love to interact with visitors. From Gorillas watching Youtube, to Orangutans admiring babies and begging for snacks, these videos will warm your heart.
Nashville Zoo Introduces Purr-fect Three-Week-Old Tiger Cubs
The Nashville Zoo shared some updates on the purr-fect Tiger cubs born only three weeks ago! Watch this adorable video of their recent check-up.
Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois Pet Owners Warned of Massive Food Recall
If you have cats or dogs you need to know about this voluntary recall of pet food.
This Adorable Acrobatic Skunk is at Risk of Extinction in Kentuck
The adorable Eastern Spotted Skunk has a special trick to ward off potential predators. Its habitat in Kentucky is dwindling and this cutie is at risk of becoming endangered.
Indiana Business Offering Creepy Krampus Photos Just in Time for the Holidays
Just in time for the holidays, the Nick Nackery in Evansville will be hosting photo ops with Krampus. Kids and leashed pets are welcome too.
Local Veterans Can Adopt Adorable Shelter Animals for Free
The most overlooked animals at the shelter have a chance for a loving home, while veterans gain a forever companion with the Daviess County Animal Shelter.
Evansville's Mesker Park Zoo Offers Discounted Admission Rate
Mesker Park Zoo is open 365 days a year, and now you can enjoy Evansville's zoo at a discounted price!