Here at WBKR, we love our furry friends! Here are our adoptable four-legged friends, fun stories about local animals, and even pet-friendly events happening in the area.
Pets & Animals
Did You Know That Indiana is Home to Snow Fleas?
I'd be willing to bet that you had no clue that we have snow fleas in Indiana. So, what are they and are they dangerous? Let's take a look.
This Kentucky City is Among the Best in the Nation for Pet Owners
One Kentucky city ranks among the most pet-friendly in the country, making it a purr-fect place to call home.
Indiana is Home to a Big Cat Sanctuary and You Can Visit
Did you know that there is a place in Indiana that provides a sanctuary for big cats and you can take a tour?
How to Help a Hypothermic Animal This Winter
Hypothermia is life-threatening for pets and animals. Learn what to do (and what not to do!) if you find an animal in need of help this winter.
Owensboro Appliance Company Donates Much Needed Gift to Rescue
To start the new year, SPARKY has been busy. They've had many happy adoptions and saved a litter of puppies. They also had both their washer and dryer quit working.
DC Animal Shelter Offers Straw, Cold Weather Tips for Pet Owners
The Daviess County Animal Shelter offers free straw and outside cat shelters to pet owners while supplies last. Here's how to get some before the cold weather hits.
Humane Society of Henderson in Need of Dog Harness Donations
The shelter will be using the harnesses for an event they have scheduled for late January and beyond.
Vanderburgh Humane Society in Desperate Need of Wet Cat Food
The Evansville shelter is asking for donations of wet cat food for the nearly 300 cats in its care.
Indiana Squirrels Jump for Joy After Discovering New Peanut Feeder
Some Indiana squirrels were so happy to find a new feeder that they cheered for it, did cartwheels, and even jumped up and hugged it. See the pics here.
Cool Photos of an Owl at Rudy Mine Trails in Owensboro
According to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, there are eight species of owl found here in the Commonwealth.
Owensboro Manger Scene Gets Surprise Visitor
A manger scene in Owensboro, KY, received a very special and furry visitor on Christmas Day.
Local Rescue Brings Joy to Owensboro Man this Holiday Season
Every year at the Christmas Wish Headquarters you read a letter that touches your heart. This holiday season an Owensboro wife wanted to find a way to honor her husband.