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
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!
7 Reasons to Embrace Black Cats: A Lucky Adoption Choice
Discover the 7 reasons to adopt black cats and break myths about their superstitions. Find out why they make loving and loyal companions today!
Zoo World in PCB is an Amazing Interactive Wildlife Experience
Visiting Panama City Beach, Florida? You will love this interactive wildlife experience at Zoo World. Snuggle a Sloth or Lemur, Feed Alligators and Giraffes, Get up close and personal with beautiful birds in the aviary. Enjoy these pictures and videos with a behind the scenes look at what you can expect.
Headed to Florida? You Should Try Lemur Yoga!
We know Disney and Universal are two of Central Florida's most popular tourist destinations, but Chase Sanctuary offers something you can find at those places. They offer lemur yoga.
Hartford, KY Kid Gets Special Surprise from Jimmy Kimmel
A Hartford, Kentucky 4th grader who was recently terrorized by a giant emu just got a special gift from late night television host Jimmy Kimmel.
Local Animal Rescues Unite with Subaru to Waive Adoption Fees
Animal rescues from three Southern Indiana counties have partnered with Subaru to waived adoption fees during a special one-day event happening Saturday, October 21, 2023.
Meet Our VHS Pet of the Week - Sandy
Sandy is a 4-year-old Anatolian Shepherd currently up for adoption at the Vanderburgh Humane Society.
Calling Animal Lovers! Yard Party Set to Benefit Shelter Pups
The Daviess County Pork Producers will be serving up some delicious pork burgers tomorrow. You can help shelter animals just by stopping by to eat. Here's what's on the menu.
This Kentucky Town Celebrates Local Wildlife With PossumFest 2023
The second annual PossumFest is back to celebrate the beloved "Trash Cat" of Kentucky. October 14th, enjoy 80 plus unique vendors, cleverly named delicious food, family fun, and live music.
Need a Last Minute Fall Break Trip? Explore Kentucky Down Under
The Outback of the Bluegrass is great Fall Break 'Staycation' trip. Kangaroos, Cave Tours, and more make learning fun and create lasting memories.
Indiana Zoo Allowing Public to Name New Baby Elephant
Trunky McTrunkface has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
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.