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
Shew Wee! Here's What to Do if Your Dog is Sprayed by a Skunk
It is skunk mating season in the Tri-State. Here's what to do if your pup encounters Pepe Le Pew.
Henderson Rescue Pup Inspires New Song About Resilience
Singer-songwriter Kevin Randolph of Henderson, Kentucky, is a huge animal advocate, and Xena's story of survival impacted him and so many others. She was a 4-month-old pitbull who just needed a chance. New Hope Animal Rescue stepped in, and here's her brave story of resilience that inspired a brand new song in her honor...
KY Pet Lovers, Avoid Buying Your Valentine These Toxic Flowers
If your Valentine is a pet owner, it's important to remember that certain flowers and plants are toxic to animals. Here's what to avoid and some beautiful pet-safe options.
A Dog's Face Can Tell You How Long It Will Live
A new study of 155 breeds of dogs says you may be able to tell how long a dog will live just by looking at the shape of its face.
Watch Bald Eagles Lay & Hatch Their Eggs on This 24/7 Live Stream
A camera has been situated in a tree along the Monongahela River in Pittsburgh since 2013 capturing two Eagles lay and hatch their eggs through all kinds of winter weather each year. It's become a tradition to monitor the events unfold. Here's where you can watch too -->
This Bird Features One of Nature's Most Ingenious Designs
Woodpeckers have REALLY long tongues. The reason why and the way it's designed is brilliant.
KY 5th Grader Raises Thousands Baking For St. Jude
The only thing sweeter than Miss Raelyn Duncan are the treats she bakes all year long to raise money for St. Jude Children's Hospital.
Watch Out Kentucky! It’s Almost Amphibian Migration Season
There are 57 species of amphibians that call the Commonwealth of Kentucky home, and during the cool, rainy, and wet season of late-winter into early-spring, most of them are on the move.
Here's the Most Popular Dog Breed in Kentucky, According to Study
They're usually friendly, easy to train, playful, and smart. Based on a new study, they have a happy-go-lucky attitude toward life and are the most popular breed in Kentucky.
Remove These Masses Growing on Your Indiana Property ASAP
Be on the lookout for these masses growing all over your property because they happen to be eggs for an invasive insect species in Indiana.
Evansville Reptile & Exotics Expo Plans Multiple Events in 2024
The Reptile and Exotics Show is set to return to Evansville, Indiana with multiple events planned for 2024.
Meet Beacon: Interview With An Owensboro Health Therapy Dog
Beacon is one of four dogs in the Pet Therapy Program at Owensboro Health. I had the privilege of interviewing her to learn more about her and her job.