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.

Plants That Keep Pests Out of Your Yard
Tired of pests in your yard? These 5 plants help repel ants, mosquitoes, gophers & more—naturally! See which ones work best for your backyard.

Tri-State Equine and Pet to Partner with Evansville Animal Control Pet Food Bank
Evansville Animal Care & Control launched a pet food bank to help struggling families feed their pets. Now Tri-State Equine is donating $1,000 in food each quarter while the community is asked to help keep the pantry stocked.

Indiana Just Changed The Rules On Saving Pets From Cars
Indiana’s new law changes what bystanders can do if they need to break into a locked vehicle to rescue an animal in imminent danger.

Live the Cowboy Life at a Tennessee Ranch Adventure
A Tennessee dude ranch makes your cowboy dreams a reality with daily trail rides, chuckwagon meals, farm activities, and authentic ranch life experiences

Are Rabies Vaccine Legally Required for Indiana Pet Owners?
If you own a dog, cat, or ferret in Indiana, are they required to get a rabies vaccine? Here's the law says and what happens if you ignore it.

Scott Township Park Commemorating Fallen K9 With Rainbow Bridge
Scott Township Park announces plan to implement Rainbow Bridge to commemorate Siren, the Vanderburgh County Fire Department's station dog who passed in July of 2025.
Murray State University in Kentucky Reveals Rendering of New Veterinary Sciences Building
Murray State University has revealed the first rendering of its future Veterinary Sciences Building, a major step toward launching Kentucky’s first public Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.

Meet Gunner, a Boxer Mix in Evansville That Has Been Waiting 652 Days for a Forever Home
He has been waiting 652 days for someone to take him home. After nearly two years in a shelter, this sweet pup is more than ready for a forever family.

Your Guide to Doggie Treats Around the Evansville – Owensboro Area
My 15-pound dog lives for car rides and pup cups. If you’re looking for free or low cost dog treats in Owensboro and Evansville, here are the best spots to spoil your pup.

A Rare Ancient Fish Led To Charges In Indiana
Indiana conservation officers say a Crawford County resident faces charges after allegedly taking a rare protected paddlefish from the Patoka Lake spillway.

BEWARE: Top 5 Copperhead Snake Hotspots In Kentucky
Planning outdoor adventures? These are the top 5 copperhead snake hotspots in Kentucky you should know about.
White Hummingbirds Have Been Spotted In Our Region
Albino, leucistic, and pied hummingbirds have been reported in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Here is what makes these rare white hummingbirds so unusual.
