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
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.
Low-Cost Rabies Vaccine Clinic Coming to Owensboro
If your dog needs a rabies shot, there's a low-cost vaccine being held in Owensboro.
Adult-Only Sleepover with Sharks at Tennesse Aquarium
Ripley's Aquarium in Gatlinburg will be hosting a 21-and-over sleepover called Sips and Sharks this fall, where you can spend the night at the aquarium with real-life sharks.
Watch "Boogie Woogie" Woolly Aphids Dance Their Way Into KY & IN
Woolly Aphids have several ways to protect themselves from predators. One of their defense mechanisms is pretty groovy!