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
Reid's Orchard Celebrates 150 Years With a Week long Party
Reid's Orchard in Daviess County is celebrating their 150th birthday! Here's what fun they have planned for their weeklong party out at the orchard.
Extremely Rare Flamingo Sighting in Indiana – Why Are They So Far North?
It is extremely rare, almost unheard of, but flamingos have recently been spotted in Indiana. Find out why they are here in the Hoosier state.
Easton vs. the Emu: Drive Thru Safari Video Goes Viral
A video of three Hartford, Kentucky kids has gone viral on TikTok. They were visiting a drive-thru wildlife safari when they had a terrifying, yet hilarious encounter with an emu.
Let 'Er "RIP" and Give This Sweet Doberman a Forever Home
RIP is a loveable 3 and a half year old chocolate and tan Doberman hoping to find a forever home. He's waiting for you at It Takes a Village in Evansville.
Rescued Jaw-less Gator Given Clever Country Music Inspired Name
Rescued in Sanford, FL, an alligator with a missing top jaw is now in the care of Gatorland with a sweet new country-inspired name.
If You Encounter a Yellow Sign in Indiana's Woods Avoid the Area
There are a few reasons an area may be protected in the woods, and it's important to leave these spots alone.
Southern Indiana Couple Surprised by Bobcat Visitor in Their Backyard
The big cat was caught on a trail cam roaming through a backyard in a residential area.
Sweet Luna and Her Seven Adorable Clones Need a Foster
This is LUNA and her seven adorable little clones - they are looking for a loving foster so they can get out of It Takes a Village in Evansville.
Jordan's Way 50 State Tour Coming to Shelters in Western KY
Saving Paws Animal Rescue of Kentucky is a stop of Jordan's Way's national fundraising tour of animal shelters and rescues across the country. So are a cat shelter in Ohio County and the Friends of Butler County Animals.
Waived Adoption Fees for Precious Pups in Daviess County
Dozens of adoptable animals are available at the Daviess County Animal Shelter. What's the best part? Besides finding your best friend, all adoption fees are sponsored or waived for approved adopters.
What’s the Buzz? Indiana DNR Shares Tips on Identifying Different Hornet Species and Their Threat Level
After invasive species of hornet were discovered in Washington and Georgia, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is sharing what residents need to look for and what to do if they find one.
There's a Chicken in Kentucky Named Morgan Wallen
There's a chicken named Morgan Wallen that lives in Philpot, Kentucky. He's got some other country music friends living in the coop with him.