Posted on April 17, 2024 by admin
•Animals have been known to help people in hospitals, schools, and fire and police departments. Annie is unique as she helps other animals calm their nerves for Jackson County Animal Control Officer Shawn Lutz. “What she does is she helps me catch dogs that are scared of people who have been running for a while,” […]
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Posted on March 20, 2024 by admin
“I have nightmares about having to wag my tail and run over to my human every time I see them.” Cat •What Do Dogs and Cats Dream About? Pets can’t report their dreams, but scientists have some evidence about what is happening when Sparky and Mittens sleep By Meghan Bartels No matter how much trouble […]
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Posted on March 6, 2024 by admin
• According to the American Medical Veterinarian Association(AMVA), there are certain signs in a pet’s health that point to a dental problem. “If there’s an issue can present with bad breath, it can present with loose teeth. It can present with swelling in the jaw, behind the eye, or anywhere else in the mouth. Inflamed […]
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Posted on February 21, 2024 by admin
•By Dr. Doug Mader February is designated by the American Veterinary Medical Association as National Pet Dental Health Month. As I do every year, I want to spend some time discussing this very important subject. The American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS) reports that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease […]
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Posted on February 7, 2024 by admin
• A van is needed in order to transport dogs to the vet and for adoption events. Grant writer and retired public defender Jean Farley came to the rescue. Jean has been a CARL volunteer for over 9 years and helped out wherever she could at the kennels and then transitioned into grant writing for […]
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Posted on January 24, 2024 by admin
• Humane Society of Ventura County February spay/neuter special! All spray/neuters for cats are just $10.00. Appointments required. Call 805-646-7849 to book today. 402 Bryant St. Ojai. www.hsvc.org/fix • There is an AI pet robot that feeds and cares for your dog while you’re away and a heart monitor to help you keep track of […]
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Posted on January 10, 2024 by admin
•The Parks & Recreation Activity Guide has Leash Manners for Dogs- Learn techniques and tools to help you and your canine reduce leash pulling and Puppy Basic Training- Owner’s learn how to teach their puppy basic commands. Register at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/register. •If you think of a game of fetch, you might picture a dog running back […]
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Posted on December 27, 2023 by admin
• Urgent From PETA: Flood Survival Tips for Animals Since your area is (was) under a flood warning and evacuation orders and warnings are in effect for parts of Ventura County— will you include in your coverage a reminder that people should never leave dogs tethered or penned outside and always take their animal companions with them […]
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Posted on December 13, 2023 by admin
•Adoptable dogs receive Thanksgiving dinner from volunteers More than 70 dogs available for adoption through All for Love Animal Rescue (AFLAR) and Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) received homemade Thanksgiving meals, complete with turkey, mashed potatoes, vegetables and canine-appropriate pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving. “I wanted to give something back to these organizations and the […]
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Posted on November 29, 2023 by admin
• Santa Paws is returning to Ventura County Animal Services after a 3-year hiatus due to the pandemic! Join us at the Camarillo Animal Shelter, 600 Aviation Drive, on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, from 10:00am to 12:00pm for a festive professional photo session with the one and only Santa Claus! Capture the magic of the […]
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Posted on November 1, 2023 by admin
by Coco Lederhouse Augusto DeOliveira “The Dog Daddy”, has gone viral on social media for his ability to control dogs. However, numerous behavioral science organizations, including the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB), are warning owners that aversive training methods can be dangerous. His dog training practices have caught the attention of concerned animal welfare […]
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Posted on October 18, 2023 by admin
• Protect pets from Halloween hazards You may love Halloween tricks and treats, but your furry friend most likely needs extra oversight during the celebration. Dr. Canaan Shores, a veterinarian at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital, sees dogs and cats through the hospital’s urgent and convenient care service at its Veterinary Medicine South […]
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Posted on October 4, 2023 by admin
• A 2-year-old girl who walked away from her home in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula alongside two family dogs was found in the woods hours later sleeping on the smaller dog like a furry pillow, state police said. “She laid down and used one of the dogs as a pillow, and the other dog laid right […]
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Posted on September 6, 2023 by admin
• Canine Adoption and Rescue League will be holding their 23rd Annual Pooch Parade and Pet Expo this year at Ventura Harbor Village on the large grass area. The Pooch Parade and Pet Expo will be on Sunday, September 24th, from 10 to 3. Dress yourself and your dog as your favorite Super Hero or […]
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Posted on August 23, 2023 by admin
• Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) is thrilled to announce their participation in Clear The Shelters, the nationwide pet adoption event organized by NBC Universal. This one-day pet adoption event will be held on Saturday, August 26th, 2023, from 11:00am – 5:00pm at both the Camarillo and Simi Valley Animal Shelters. Shelter Director, Jackie Rose, […]
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Posted on August 9, 2023 by admin
• On Aug. 12 (12-4pm) there will be dog adoption event at Rincon Brewery (4100 Telegraph). Dogs will be at the event brought by their foster parents. The adoption fee is $350 for adult dogs and $450 for puppies. It covers spay/neuter, microchip, deworming, defleaing, all core vaccines, a wellness check and training to help […]
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Posted on July 26, 2023 by admin
• On Saturday July 29, from 11-3 Bark in the Park will be held at the Community Center Park located at Carmen &Burnley in Camarillo. It will benefit Daisy Lu Ranch Ventura County’s only senior dog sanctuary. (www.daisyluranch.org). Vendors, food and fun. Suggested donation $25.00. Aiden Youngerman, a compassionate and driven 7th grader from Cape […]
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Posted on July 12, 2023 by admin
• Veterinarian Dr. Jeff Werber warns sand ingestion is common in dogs by Inside Edition Staff If you’ve got a dog and live near a beach, chances are it’s one of your pup’s favorite places to play catch. But that sand on the tennis ball or frisbee could be very dangerous for your dog, experts […]
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Posted on June 28, 2023 by admin
Dual-County Pet Adoption Event Ventura and Santa Barbara County, Calif: Ventura County Animal Services and Santa Barbara Animal Services are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at finding loving homes for animals in need. In an unprecedented move, both organizations have joined forces to organize a fee-waived pet adoption event that will take place […]
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Posted on June 14, 2023 by admin
• The Secret Behind Your Pet’s Symptoms by E’Lise Christensen, DVM DACVB and Amanda Modes, DVM, Behavior Resident Determining the cause of animal behavioral disorders can be a puzzle. Problem behaviors aren’t just about emotions, past learning history, genetics, and the outside environment, but also physical health. Of course, some behaviors people dislike are normal […]
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Posted on May 31, 2023 by admin
• Navigating the Unknown: Seizures in Pets Most pet owners watch their pets carefully and have no trouble deciding when an emergency trip to the vet is in order. But what is the best action to take if your pet has a seizure? Dr. Kari Foss, a veterinary neurologist at the University of Illinois Veterinary […]
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Posted on May 17, 2023 by admin
• Dogs and cats can develop a form of senile dementia. In humans, it’s easy to notice confusion but in dogs and cats it may be harder to determine. As pets age, they develop both physical and mental issues. In cats, it’s hard to determine, as cats are more likely to be loners and normally […]
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Posted on May 3, 2023 by admin
• When dogs have an injury or chronic condition, such as arthritis, physical rehabilitation can ease their pain and improve their strength and flexibility. “There are a number of situations where dogs could benefit from physical rehabilitation, but the common reason is to improve recovery following surgery, usually orthopedic surgery — or surgery on bones […]
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Posted on April 19, 2023 by admin
• American Psychiatric Association chat about pets, mental health by Coco Lederhouse Studies have found that interacting with animals can decrease levels of cortisol, reduce loneliness, and increase feelings of comfort and social support, according to Jen Brandt, PhD, AVMA director of member wellbeing initiatives. Pets can also serve as a bridge for social interactions, […]
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Posted on April 5, 2023 by admin
• For the first time since the start of the pandemic, the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation (OPAC) welcomes back RESCUECON, a one-day event bringing creativity and community together to celebrate and facilitate animal rescue and adoption. The event is free and open to the public and will be held on Saturday, April 22 (Earth […]
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Posted on March 22, 2023 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics; Tues, April 4th, Albert H. Soliz Library parking lot, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard; Tues., April 11th, Shiells Park parking lot, 649 […]
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Posted on March 8, 2023 by admin
• Recently I had my first grooming done at Bark Avenue Grooming on Loma Vista. I was told I should get groomed every 6-months not every 11-years. I will be sure to get groomed as directed. I was shocked at the amount of fur that was removed from me. Savana • SPAN Thrift Store is […]
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Posted on February 22, 2023 by admin
• Bobi, a dog in Portugal born in 1992, has set a Guinness record as the world’s oldest dog at more than 30 years old. Bobi has some mobility issues, and his eyesight is declining, but his owner says he still enjoys playing with the four cats with which he shares his home • The […]
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Posted on January 25, 2023 by admin
• SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Tues, Feb. 7th, Albert H. Soliz Library parking lot, El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036; Tues., Feb. 14th, […]
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Posted on January 11, 2023 by admin
• SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Tues., Jan 24, SPAN Thrift Store, 110 N. Olive St., Ventura and Tues, Jan. 31, Albert H. Soliz Library […]
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Posted on December 28, 2022 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low- income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Tues, Jan. 3, Albert H. Soliz Library parking lot – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036; […]
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Posted on December 14, 2022 by admin
by Julia Bayly Holidays can be busy with people coming and going, an abundance of seasonal food and a higher level of home activity. All of this makes it joyous for people, but the furry and feathered members of the family may find it a bit much. The last thing you want are holiday festivities […]
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Posted on November 30, 2022 by admin
• It feels like dogs know just when we need them most. Well, they might, experts say By Madeline Holcombe When a family arrived at Koch Funeral Home in State College, Pennsylvania, to identify a loved one before cremation, Monroe took note — staying back to maintain the people’s privacy but ready to offer comfort […]
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Posted on November 16, 2022 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Tuesday, Nov 22nd, Albert H. Soliz Library parking lot – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 and November […]
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Posted on November 2, 2022 by admin
∙ Cats respond preferentially to the voice of their owner Indoor cats react when their owners speak in a high-pitched “kitty voice” – such as by moving their heads and ears more – but not when strangers do so. Unlike dogs, which respond to speech directed at them whether it is from their owners or […]
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Posted on October 19, 2022 by admin
∙Search Dog Foundation (SDF) -When Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida on September 28, it did so as a Category 4 with 150 mph winds. Even viewing a model, it’s easy to imagine how entire towns can be wiped out and residents trapped under debris, a sobering reminder of the importance of our mission. Over […]
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Posted on October 5, 2022 by admin
∙ Meet the newest member of the Ventura City Fire Department — Hope. As a therapy dog, Hope has the very important job of providing comfort and support to firefighters after they’ve had a difficult run. She also visits children in the community who have experienced a tragedy, to help them start to heal. ∙ […]
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Posted on September 21, 2022 by admin
∙ What appeared to be a mysterious illness that killed more than 20 dogs recently in northern Michigan was later identified as canine parvovirus. No outbreaks have been reported in Oklahoma, but the disease is still a threat. Although parvovirus is a severe and highly contagious disease, it is highly preventable with proper and complete […]
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Posted on September 7, 2022 by admin
∙ Members of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) passed a pet insurance model act, which institutes regulatory standards for pet coverage including consumer protections, rules for preexisting conditions and training requirements. States would still need to adopt the model law either as written or in a modified form. “This model law establishes clear […]
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Posted on August 24, 2022 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low-income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics include: Tuesday, September 21st, parking lot of Shiells Park, 649 C St, Fillmore; September 13th, parking lot of […]
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Posted on August 10, 2022 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics include: Tuesday, August 16th, parking lot of Shiells Park, 649 C St, Fillmore; Tuesday, Aug 30th, […]
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Posted on July 27, 2022 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN regularly provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics include: Tuesday, Aug 9th, Albert Soliz Library parking lot, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard; Tuesday, Aug 30th , SPAN Thrift […]
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Posted on July 13, 2022 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Free spay and neuter cat clinic: Monday, July 18th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan […]
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Posted on June 29, 2022 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of lightly used adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low-income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: Tuesday, July 5th at Albert Soliz Library, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard; Tuesday, July 12th, Shiels Park, 649 […]
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Posted on June 15, 2022 by admin
∙ Why would Ventura include dogs among their treasured visitors? The real question is Why not? No place loves dogs more, so why wouldn’t Ventura welcome our visiting dogs – and their two-legged friends – with something special? Meet Visit Ventura’s free Pooch Pouch. What’s in it? Fun dog treats — doggie bandana, dog biscuit, […]
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Posted on June 1, 2022 by admin
∙ The American Humane Association estimates over 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. every year. One in three pets will become lost at some point during their life. Microchips are a unique means of identification for pets. The rice-sized radio identification device provides a permanent and distinctive form of […]
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Posted on May 18, 2022 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low-income households for cats and dogs. Upcoming clinics: May 24th at Shiells Park, in the parking lot at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015. And May 31st in the parking lot of […]
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Posted on May 4, 2022 by admin
∙ The Ventura Police Department adopted a therapy comfort dog to improve the physical, social, and emotional well-being of officers, staff, and community members in crisis and after having experienced trauma. Asher, a 1-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle mix, or Cavadoodle, was donated to the department by VIP Dog Teams, a local non-profit […]
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Posted on April 20, 2022 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you have any of these items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spay and neuter clinics for low-income households for cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics are Thursday, May 5th at 2820 […]
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Posted on April 6, 2022 by admin
∙ Medication is an often-underutilized tool that can greatly help with managing aggression in dogs, according to veterinary behaviorist Dr. Karen Overall.“I’ve never not treated aggression with medication, because aggression is fundamentally an anxiety disorder,” said Dr. Overall, a professor of behavioral medicine at the University of Prince Edward Island Atlantic Veterinary College. “We change […]
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Posted on March 23, 2022 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs.Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, April 5th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El […]
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Posted on March 9, 2022 by admin
∙ My name is Frederic Bisson and I need your help. I’m a long distance truck driver based in Montreal, Canada. Last month, I was making deliveries in Ventura and I had to spend the weekend in the area before the next scheduled appointment. I am traveling with my 2 cats: Lea and Stella. In […]
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Posted on February 23, 2022 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low-income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in March are: Tuesday, March 1st at the Albert H. Soliz Library […]
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Posted on February 9, 2022 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, February 15th in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 […]
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Posted on January 26, 2022 by admin
∙ From CARL: 2021 started out just as tough as 2020 ended. With the pandemic continuing into its second year, our rescue saw a continued large increase in owner surrenders and more dogs looking for their second chance at a happy life waiting in high kill shelters. We have seen such tremendous support for the […]
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Posted on January 12, 2022 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing low cost spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: First one will be at on […]
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Posted on December 29, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in January are: Tuesday, January 4th at […]
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Posted on December 15, 2021 by admin
∙Mixed-breed dogs “are significantly less likely” to have insurance claims for cancer than purebred dogs, according to an analysis done by Nationwide, a company that sells veterinary health insurance for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets. Some breeds are more cancer-prone than others, according to Nationwide insurance claims filed for 1.5 million dogs over a […]
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Posted on December 1, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, December 7th at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, […]
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Posted on November 17, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, November 23rd at the […]
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Posted on November 3, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, November 9th at SPAN […]
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Posted on October 20, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, November 2nd at Shiells Park, […]
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Posted on October 6, 2021 by admin
∙ Since 1992, the Spay and Neuter Animal Network, otherwise known as SPAN, has made it their mission to reduce dog and cat overpopulation throughout Ventura County by raising public awareness about the direct consequence of irresponsible breeding. Today more than ever, responsible dog and cat owners like you play the most significant role in […]
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Posted on September 22, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. The upcoming clinics is Tuesday, September 28th at Albert […]
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Posted on September 8, 2021 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in September are: Tuesday, September 21st at SPAN Thrift Store […]
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Posted on August 25, 2021 by admin
∙ My name is Laura Lindsay. I’m the new Ventura Chapter Leader for Love on a Leash, the San Diego-based national non-profit organization certifying pet therapy teams to provide comfort and healing to people in our community. In Ventura, we’re looking to expand our chapter and grow the number of pet therapy teams to meet […]
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Posted on August 11, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in August are: Tuesday, August 24th […]
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Posted on July 28, 2021 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in August are: Tuesday, August 10th at […]
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Posted on July 14, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing low cost spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. There are two upcoming clinics in July. First one […]
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Posted on June 30, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in July are: Tuesday, July 6th at the Albert H. Soliz Library […]
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Posted on June 16, 2021 by admin
∙Recently the Search Dog Foundation family officially handed the leashes of five incredible search dog graduates to their new handlers. The beginning of a career in service to the nation. Two of the new teams are part of a pilot program that was launched in partnership with Los Angeles County Fire Department to provide human […]
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Posted on June 2, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing low cost spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in June are: First one will be […]
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Posted on May 19, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, May 25th at SPAN […]
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Posted on May 5, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, May 11th at the Albert […]
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Posted on April 21, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, April 27th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 […]
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Posted on April 7, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in April are: Tuesday, April 13th at the […]
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Posted on March 24, 2021 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in April are: Tuesday, April 13th at the […]
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Posted on March 10, 2021 by admin
∙On March 1, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that pet food manufacturer Vitakraft Sun Seed, Inc. had recalled one of its pet foods due to potential Salmonella contamination. The pet food you have in your cabinet could be putting your furry friend’s health—or yours—in harm’s way. The affected products can make your pets […]
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Posted on February 24, 2021 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing low cost spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, March 2nd at […]
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Posted on February 10, 2021 by admin
∙The first dogs have arrived from Delaware and are settled in their new home. “Champ is enjoying his new dog bed by fireplace and Major loved running around the South Lawn,” the White House said in a press release. Champ lived at the vice president’s residence during the Biden’s time there, and Major was adopted […]
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Posted on January 27, 2021 by admin
SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Tuesday, February 2nd at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. […]
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Posted on December 30, 2020 by admin
∙Recruiting and rescuing dogs to train to become rescuers alongside first responders is no easy task, and this year has been no exception due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. It’s just one more reason why we are so proud to introduce the five newest search teams to join our national roster: The Search Dog Foundation ∙SPAN […]
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Posted on December 16, 2020 by admin
∙After four years of no first pet at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Biden and his wife will move in with a pair of German shepherds, Champ and Major. The Bidens got Champ as a puppy in 2008, shortly before they moved into the vice president’s official residence at the Naval Observatory. ∙Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center […]
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Posted on December 2, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. The next upcoming clinic is Friday, December 18th at Albert […]
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Posted on November 18, 2020 by admin
∙New study highlights need for consistency in diagnosing and treating epilepsy in dogs. A study led by the Royal Veterinary College’s Vet Compass program has revealed a significant difference between how clinicians diagnose epilepsy compared with current expert recommendations, supporting a call for clearer diagnostic guidelines for greater consistency of diagnosis and treatment in clinical […]
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Posted on November 4, 2020 by admin
∙Counterfeit Pet King Brands Zymox products were recently sold on Amazon, Pet King Brands officials reported. Amazon officials are notifying consumers about the counterfeit products, which were not manufactured by Pet King Brands nor supplied directly to Amazon by Pet King Brands. As a precautionary measure, Pet King Brands officials recommend consumers who have purchased […]
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Posted on October 21, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Friday, October 3rd at SPAN Thrift Store parking […]
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Posted on October 21, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Friday, October 3rd at SPAN Thrift Store parking […]
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Posted on October 7, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in October are: Friday, October 9th at […]
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Posted on September 23, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and looking for donations of adult clothing, household items and tools if you’ve got items you no longer use. SPAN Thrift Store regularly provides $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in October are: Friday, October 9th at […]
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Posted on September 9, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and in need of volunteers to operate day to day. If you are interested or have questions please call (805) 641-1170 to inquire. In addition, SPAN is back and providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. The next one is […]
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Posted on August 26, 2020 by admin
∙From the Search Dog Foundation: Topa had been locked in a car for nearly eight hours by the time concerned citizens noticed and called the police to rescue this Border Collie mix. When her owner was discovered in a nearby bar, he was arrested for animal neglect and other outstanding legal issues, forcing him to […]
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Posted on August 12, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and in need of volunteers to operate day to day. If you are interested or have questions please call (805) 641-1170 to inquire. In addition to that, SPAN is back and providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two clinics […]
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Posted on July 29, 2020 by admin
Just before 8 p.m. on June 18, 2020, Handler Eric Darling received a call from the Ventura County Fire Department to assist in confirming no one was left behind after a fire in a drainage pipe in Santa Paula, CA. The tube is a space known to be used as a shelter by the homeless […]
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Posted on July 15, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and in dire need of volunteers to operate day to day. If you are interested or have questions please call (805) 641-1170 to inquire. In addition to that, SPAN is back and providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two […]
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Posted on July 1, 2020 by admin
∙4th of July pet safety by Amy King Summer is here and the 4th of July is just around the corner! While you may be celebrating the holiday a little differently this year, it is still very important to remember these dos and don’ts to keep your pets safe. Fireworks. Keep your pets away from […]
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Posted on June 17, 2020 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and in dire need of volunteers to operate day to day. If you are interested or have questions, please call (805) 641-1170 to inquire. In addition to that, SPAN is back and providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. […]
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Posted on June 3, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is now open to the public and in dire need of volunteers to operate day to day. If you are interested or have questions please call (805) 641-1170 to inquire. In addition to that, SPAN is back and providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two […]
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Posted on May 20, 2020 by admin
∙Molly, officially known as Little Girl Molly, is a ten-year-old Vizsla owned by Connie Priesz. Molly has been a registered therapy animal with Pet Partners for nine years. Since the COVID-19 stay at home order, Connie and Molly have taken steps to stay connected in order to continue to bring comfort and joy. In an […]
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Posted on May 6, 2020 by admin
∙Oliver’s adoption story is truly a twist of fate. This pup is now getting to live his happily ever after thanks to a chance encounter with his now owners, Fred and Elvira. Sometimes, it’s all about being in the right place at the right time! Fred in Elvira first met Oliver by chance in 2016 […]
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Posted on April 22, 2020 by admin
∙As COVID-19 continues to create anxiety, the unconditional love of our furry family members provides comforting and love (and we can even hug them). Best Friends stated “our pets are living reminders of the beauty and joy around us, even in the darkest of times. They are such an important part of our families, and […]
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Posted on April 8, 2020 by admin
∙Effective Monday, March 30, 2020 and until further notice, all nonessential services at Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) will be discontinued and some ancillary services will be reduced. The goal is to keep people in their homes and carefully limit the number of animals housed on-site. Please know that VCAS will never turn away a […]
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Posted on March 25, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in April are: Wednesday, April 15th at at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main St.), and a second one on Wednesday, April 22nd at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015. Please […]
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Posted on March 11, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in March are: Wednesday, March 18th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main St.), and a second one on Wednesday, March 25th at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore. Please call to […]
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Posted on February 26, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in March are: Wednesday, March 4th at at Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 and a second one in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main), on Wednesday, […]
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Posted on February 12, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Wednesday, February 19th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main), and a second at Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 on […]
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Posted on January 29, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in February are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015, on Wednesday, February 12th and a second one on Wednesday, February 19th, at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main). Please call to schedule an […]
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Posted on January 15, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in January are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015, on Wednesday, January 22nd and a second one on Wednesday, January 29th, at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 […]
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Posted on January 1, 2020 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in January are: Wednesday, January 15th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036; and a second one is on Wednesday, January 22nd at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, […]
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Posted on December 18, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN is joining up with Simi Valley nonprofit spay and neuter clinic to offer $10 spays and neuters for cats and kittens. Ventura County residents can get their cats and kittens spayed or neutered for $10 for the month of January 2020 only. Cats must be eight weeks or older. No rescue groups or purchased […]
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Posted on December 4, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with dogs and cats. Two upcoming clinics in December are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015, on Wednesday, December 11th and a second one on Wednesday, December 18th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 […]
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Posted on November 20, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Three upcoming clinics in December are: Wednesday, December 4th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036; Wednesday, December 11th at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015; and lastly, […]
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Posted on November 6, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in November are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, on Wednesday, November 13th and a second one on Wednesday, November 20th, at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main). Please call […]
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Posted on October 23, 2019 by admin
?SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics are: Thursday, October 31st at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main), and a second at Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 on […]
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Posted on October 9, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income households with cats and dogs. Two upcoming clinics in October are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, 93015, on Thursday, October 24th and a second one on Thursday, October 31st at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 […]
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Posted on September 25, 2019 by admin
∙Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) presents a blues and roots music festival from noon to 6p.m. Oct. 12 at Promenade Park on Figueroa Street in Ventura. There will be live bands, food, beer, wine and a raffle. Entry is $25.Live entertainment acts scheduled include the bands Kelly’s Lot, Crooked Eye Tommy, Jim Gustin & […]
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Posted on September 11, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two upcoming clinics in September are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, on Thursday, September 19th and a second one on Thursday, September 26th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main). Please call […]
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Posted on August 28, 2019 by admin
∙Since 1992, SPAN has made it their mission to reduce dog and cat overpopulation throughout Ventura County. SPAN provides financial assistance to residents in need. This year SPAN has assisted with helping Spay and Neuter over 1000 animals in 2018-2019. Also, SPAN supports a humane, Trap-Spay/Neuter return process for managing the Feral Cat population. During […]
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Posted on August 14, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two upcoming clinics in August are: Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore, on Thursday, August 22nd and a second one on Thursday, August 29th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive […]
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Posted on July 31, 2019 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. First two clinics in August are: Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, on Thursday, August 15th, and on Thursday, August 22nd at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., Fillmore. Please […]
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Posted on July 17, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. The clinic will take place in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on Thursday, July 25th. Please call to schedule an appointment (805) 584-3823. ∙Official dog of Israel. The breed has avoided extinction by surviving in […]
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Posted on July 3, 2019 by admin
?SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two upcoming clinics are: Thursday, July 11th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036; and another on Thursday, July 18th at Shiells Park, in the parking lot, located at 649 C St., […]
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Posted on June 19, 2019 by admin
∙ SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. The clinic will take place in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on Thursday, June 27th. Please call to schedule an appointment(805) 584-3823. ∙ Dog Days Of Summer. Walk your furry friends at Buenaventura Golf […]
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Posted on June 5, 2019 by admin
∙The Dr. Peter Gall Therapy Dog Program is so popular and has such wonderful teams that two teams visit the second and fourth Monday, as well as the third Saturday each month at Community Memorial Hospital. These Certified Therapy Dogs are much appreciated by patients and staff alike and bring joy to all that they […]
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Posted on May 22, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two upcoming clinics are Thursday, May 30th at SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) and another on Thursday, June 6th at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036. Please call […]
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Posted on May 8, 2019 by admin
∙The Canine Companions For Independence Valley to Sea Chapter encompasses puppy raisers and volunteers in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. If you’re looking for deeper engagement as a Canine Companions volunteer, we encourage you to get involved with them. The Valley to Sea Chapter is an extension of the Southwest Regional Training Center. They work […]
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Posted on April 24, 2019 by admin
The Best Friends Animal Society 2020 calendar cover cuties are Fly, Swim, and Hike! You can get your own calendar by making a membership gift of $25 or more. Your gift will bring it closer to the day when no cat or dog is killed simply because they don’t have a safe place to call […]
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Posted on April 10, 2019 by admin
∙Twenty-six animals from the Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center (SPARC) were transported to a rescue in Northern California. SPARC, a no-kill, non-profit animal shelter, has been receiving so many stray and surrendered animals since the beginning of 2019 that the shelter had run out of space and adoptions were not keeping up with animal intakes. […]
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Posted on March 27, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Clinic will be at the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 on Thursday, April 4th. Please call to schedule an appointment(805) 584-3823. ∙Hill’s Pet Nutrition is adding Science Diet and Prescription Diet varieties to […]
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Posted on March 13, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two Clinics in March: Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 on Thursday, March 21st, and seco in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on Thursday, March 28th. Please […]
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Posted on February 27, 2019 by admin
XENA – Black, medium sized Shepherd mix 5 years old. Wearing red collar with her license and tag with Xena and phone# 805-207-0235. If you see her, please contact Nancy Broadhead 805-207-0235 or Cappi Patterson 805-766-5920
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Posted on February 27, 2019 by admin
∙Two members of the U.S. House of Representatives re-introduced a bill that would make malicious acts of animal cruelty a felony nationwide. A person convicted of the crime could face a fine or up to seven years in prison, or both. The bill, known as the Preventing Animal Cruel and Torture (PACT) Act, is co-sponsored […]
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Posted on February 13, 2019 by admin
∙SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Three Clinics in February: Oxnard Performing Arts Center, on Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th. Located at 800 Hobson Way, Oxnard and the third in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on Thursday, February 28th. Please […]
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Posted on January 30, 2019 by admin
•Starbucks completed their Community Day of Service at the CARL kennels on January 23. These strong and hard workers picked up heavy artificial turf and took it to the dumpster, sanded and painted a picnic table, pulled weeds and cut down a dead tree. Thank you, Starbucks, for picking CARL to do your Day of […]
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Posted on January 16, 2019 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two Clinics in January: Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, on Thursday, January 24th and a second one in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on […]
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Posted on January 3, 2019 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two Clinics in January: Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, on Friday, January 24th and second one in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) on Friday, January 31st. Please […]
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Posted on December 19, 2018 by admin
• A thief was caught on camera stealing thousands of dollars from the CARL Thrift Store. The thief was caught on the store’s surveillance video pulling back a curtain, and going into the manager’s office repeatedly, before he leaves the store with an estimated $2,400. CARL rescues and takes in dogs that need a home, […]
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Posted on December 5, 2018 by admin
• Razzle Dazzle some cat stole your photo so please send it to us again. • Therapy dogs Lola, Herbie, Livi, Posey, Molli and Jock currently visit the patients and staff at CMHS twice a month. They meet at 11am in the lobby and visit patients who would like to see the dogs on the […]
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Posted on November 21, 2018 by admin
•Bio-Detection by Victoria Usher At the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene in New Orleans, double-blind lab tests have shown how two canines can correctly pick out the scent of children infected with malaria parasites seventy percent of the time. While all the schoolchildren appeared healthy, blood tests administered on-site discovered that thirty children […]
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Posted on November 7, 2018 by admin
• A correction to the photo and caption published in the Nov. 6th Ventura Breeze. The two that tied for Best in Show at the Ventura Harbor Village Howl-O-Ween dog costume contest were the train with the conductor and # 26 the race car dog. The later was to the right of the train and […]
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Posted on October 24, 2018 by admin
•Free pet clinic helping dogs of the homeless community. Free dog vaccinations. Friday, Oct.26, 12-2pm. SPAN 110 N. Olive, Ventura. There will also be food, toys, collars, harnesses and leashes. Buddy Nation will be there to help and SPAN has graciously donated the space in front of their store. •Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center (SPARC) […]
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Posted on October 10, 2018 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. New Location is at Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard on Friday, October 26th. Please call to schedule an appointment 805-584-3823. •On October 27 WHO LET THE DOGS OUT FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL, A COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER on […]
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Posted on September 26, 2018 by admin
• SDF-trained Search Teams are currently deployed across the United States. Five SDF Search Teams have responded to help local authorities prepare for any rescues needed in the aftermath of Hurricanes Florence and Olivia. Founded in 1996, the local National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-governmental organization based in Santa Paula (but it seems […]
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Posted on September 12, 2018 by admin
•Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center (SPARC) is in need of assistance for the care of Nanuk, an 11 month old male husky puppy with Megaesophagus. Megaesophagus is somewhat common for dogs. It is an enlargement of the esophagus—the muscular tube leading to the stomach—with decreased or absent motility. Motility the muscular activity that is necessary […]
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Posted on August 29, 2018 by admin
• On September 16, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Ventura Pet Wellness & Dog Training Center presents Have You Always Dreamed of Working with Animals as a Career? Ventura Pet Wellness & Dog Training Center will be hosting our 2nd Annual Animal Career Fair! Located at 3521 Arundell Circle #B Ventura. This event is free […]
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Posted on August 1, 2018 by admin
Best low fat dog food by Adam Conrad Low-fat dog food can be extremely helpful for dogs with pancreatic problems or dogs struggling with obesity. It is easy to find low-fat brands, but it can be difficult to find low-fat brands that still have all the necessities for your dog. Many companies cut fat out […]
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Posted on July 18, 2018 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Two opportunities. New Location: Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, on Friday, July 20th. Also in Ventura, in the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main St.) Friday, […]
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Posted on July 4, 2018 by admin
Locally the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura celebrated with their dogs at work and lunch of hot dogs of course. The dogs were very well behaved and waited their turn for a hot dog. Foto: On June 30, a summer benefit concert Paws for the Cause was held at the Poinsettia Pavilion […]
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Posted on June 20, 2018 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. At a wew Location the Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard on Friday, June 29th. Please call to schedule an appointment 805-584-3823. •Housing Authority to host its 4th Annual TYDTWDay® 2018 On Thursday, June […]
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Posted on June 6, 2018 by admin
• “If you want a real friend that you can trust in Washington, get a dog.” ~ Harry Truman • SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. In the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) Friday, June 8th. Please call […]
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Posted on May 23, 2018 by admin
• On April 27 Animal Services provided a shot clinic for the homeless in front of the SPAN Store in Ventura. They also provided leashes, collars, food for yorkies and flea meds. Over 61 animals were served. Some of the homeless had up to 3 animals. It was for the homeless so the flyers were […]
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Posted on May 9, 2018 by admin
• On Saturday, May 5, CARL’s (Canine Adoption and Rescue League) 21st annual Pooch Parade was held at the Ventura Beach Promenade Park on a beautiful (but slightly windy)Ventura day. The new Bluefang Dogathon 5K & 10k races were not just another race, they were all about the dogs with over 200 dogs participating in […]
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Posted on April 25, 2018 by admin
• A message of hope for the families of Thomas Fire cats Surfcat Rescue and Adoptions urges residents to keep looking for their missing cats The story is heartbreakingly common. During the harrowing first hours of the Thomas Fire, with just minutes to evacuate, many residents were unable to locate and/or catch their cats. They […]
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Posted on April 11, 2018 by admin
Remembering Professor Scamp 2002-2017 • SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. Albert H. Soliz Library – El Rio, 2820 Jourdan St., Oxnard, 93036 on Friday, April 20th. Please call to schedule an appointment 584-3823. For the homeless April 27 at 110 N. Olive, Ventura. • […]
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Posted on March 28, 2018 by admin
Canine Adoption and Rescue League(CARL) was presented a check from Meridian Design and Construction. Pictured owner Justin Shipp, Sharon Clark, executive director of CARL, Sara Masterson, Meridian Design consultant, Jessica Whitney, CARL kennel supervisor and the handsome guy is Rascal who is up for adoption. The Ventura Police K-9 Units has received a gift from […]
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Posted on March 14, 2018 by admin
• A 16-year-old boy was hiding in a closet giving updates to a 911 dispatcher during a burglary at his family’s home, when he heard gunshots and his dog suddenly stopped barking. Des Moines police Cmdr. Doug Jenkins said the first 911 call came in at about 12:20 p.m. Police said the teen was home […]
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Posted on February 28, 2018 by admin
• After the massive mudslide decimated Montecito two veteran Canine Disaster Search Teams trained by the Search Dog Foundation (SDF) were staged in the area prior to the slide and went to work immediately, searching for survivors. When the magnitude of the disaster became clear, additional teams from throughout California deployed to assist in rescue […]
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Posted on February 14, 2018 by admin
• SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. In the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) Friday, March 2nd. Please call to schedule an appointment 584-3823. • Hi, Sheldon: Hope this email finds you well! Thank you again so much for […]
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Posted on January 31, 2018 by admin
• After the deadly mudslides devastated Montecito 18 Canine Disaster Search Teams trained by the local Search Dog foundation returned home, exhausted but confident they completed their mission. These incredible Search Dogs and Handlers searched tirelessly despite immense challenges with debris, rock and mud Brent Brainard, Handler of Search Dog Decker stated “This is what […]
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Posted on January 17, 2018 by admin
• SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. In the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) Friday, February 2nd. Please call to schedule an appointment 584-3823. • The Spirits Car Club of Ventura recently held the Splinter Nationals event […]
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Posted on January 3, 2018 by admin
• by Jim Reilly President National Police Dog Foundation When we evacuated from our National Training Center (NTC) campus on the night of December 4, we weren’t sure if we would have a home to come back to after the devastating Thomas Fire swept through our canyon. We are so grateful to everyone who has […]
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Posted on December 20, 2017 by admin
• www.missingpetpartnership.org is a good place to help with your missing pet. • Some veterinarians are offering their services for free during these times for our displayed and for pets without a home to call their own. Check with your vet to find out. • by Jennifer Tipton On Thursday, Dec. 7th I visited the […]
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Posted on December 6, 2017 by admin
• Purrs & Paws Holiday Boutique returns to Ojai for the Sixth annual Humane Society fundraiser slated for Dec. 16. Over 30 vendors will offer a vast variety of holiday gifts for people and pets, at the Humane Society of Ventura County’s holiday boutique. The boutique will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
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Posted on November 22, 2017 by admin
• Sponsorship makes an ideal gift at any time of the year for an animal-loving friend or relative – birthdays, holidays, as a ‘thank you’ gift, or simply to say ‘I love you’! — either for a cat lover who has everything, or for friends and family members who love making a difference in the […]
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Posted on November 8, 2017 by admin
The Humane Society of Ventura County’s annual Santa Paws holiday photo shoot is almost upon us. On Sunday, Nov. 19, the Ventura Beach Marriott will host the popular event, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Two weeks later, on Sunday, Dec. 3, the HSVC Shelter will host a second Santa Paws pet photo shoot, also […]
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Posted on October 25, 2017 by admin
• The Herman Bennett Foundation is having their 4th Annual “Haunted Dinner, Magic, and Dancing” at the Bard Mansion October 28, from 6:00 pm – 10:00pm. This fundraiser is to support these dog programs: Help Military Dogs with their medical needs when they return from service Ventura Police K-9 Unit (not paid for by the […]
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Posted on October 11, 2017 by admin
• Scamp didn’t make it to this anniversary issue, but if he had we are sure this is what he would have said. I wrote for the Ventura Breeze for over nine years and enjoyed every minute of it. I was just a puppy when I started (about 30 years old in doggy years). I […]
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Posted on September 27, 2017 by admin
•SPAN Thrift Store is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. In the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) Friday, October 13th. Please call to schedule an appointment 584-3823. •Who Let the Dogs Out 5K on Sat. Oct. 7, 4-8 pm in the […]
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Posted on September 13, 2017 by admin
• A fund raiser for Ventura Police K9 officers’ medical insurance will be held on October 7, 4 to 8pm at the Harbor Cove Café and on the beach. (1867 Spinnaker way at the end). Vendors, raffles, live music ,food and fun for all including the Sunset Glow family fun run, walk, or crawl 5K […]
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Posted on September 5, 2017 by admin
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Posted on August 30, 2017 by admin
• Dog friendly downtown restaurants. Between Ventura Ave. and Fir and Poli and Thompson Winchesters Grill & Saloon Fluid State Ventiki Tiki Lounge SavoryThai Cuisine Rice Snapper Jacks Taco Shack Rumfish Y Vino Paradise Pantry- tables on sidewalk Taqueria Vallarta El Ray Cantina Capriccio-on sidewalk Coconut Crab Grapes & Hops Busy Bee- tables on sidewalk Cafe […]
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Posted on August 16, 2017 by admin
• At the end of a road By Mary-Jo Murphy “Does anyone want a dog? Tim’s going to shoot that Border Collie.” I was on a road trip, 40 miles off Highway 80 in Nevada, wandering around a historic site where Mark Twain had tried his hand at silver mining. The woman was delivering mail […]
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Posted on August 2, 2017 by admin
• Estella had her successful surgery yesterday and is recovering nicely. She is still at VetSurg, but will go home with her foster mom tomorrow for full recuperation. We raised the needed $6,000 … thanks in huge part to The Breeze. Money poured in from your readers ……. you are truly a Buddy Nation Angel! […]
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Posted on July 19, 2017 by admin
Search Dog Trapper lived life to the fullest, enjoying every moment, whether searching for survivors after Hurricane Katrina or playing in the backyard swimming pool. This handsome Yellow Lab crossed the Rainbow Bridge at 15 years old on June 22 with his Handler of nearly 13 years, Marshia Hall, by his side. •The British Veterinary […]
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Posted on July 5, 2017 by admin
• Estella is a sweet, affectionate 2 year old Pit Bull. She and her human are homeless and are being helped by Buddy Nation. Buddy Nation is a registered 501(c)(3) organization devoted to helping the pets of Ventura’s homeless, including veterinary care. Estella is going lame and losing the use of her back legs. She […]
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Posted on July 5, 2017 by admin
Fotos: Proud dogs and trainers at new interactive Ventura County Sheriff’s inmate program. Photos by Michael Gordon “ Can you believe that I was fired because I was too friendly” Gavel From June 29th to July 2 the Seaside Spectacular All Breed Dog Show was held at the Fairgrounds. These are a few of the […]
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Posted on June 21, 2017 by admin
• SPAN is providing $10 spays and neuters for low income cat and dog friends. In the SPAN Thrift Store parking lot 110 N. Olive St. (behind Vons on Main) Friday, July 14, Please call to schedule an appointment 584-3823. • On Thursday, June 22, the Housing Authority of the City of San Buenaventura (HACSB) […]
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Posted on June 7, 2017 by admin
“Don’t ever tell a cat how to relax.” Savana
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Posted on June 7, 2017 by admin
• On June 10 there will be a wonderful event by the Herman Bennett Foundation to raise funds for our K9 officers in the Harbor. Please see the ad in this issue and plan to attend. The Breeze will be there so stop by to say hello and pick up a tennis ball for your […]
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Posted on May 24, 2017 by admin
• Welcome to our first “Pet Page.” We know that it will never be the same (or personal)without the Professor but we shall carry on in his name. He will be missed forever. • The Humane Society of Ventura County is celebrating its 85th anniversary by holding an open house on June 10, from 10 […]
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Posted on May 10, 2017 by admin
In Remembrance of Scamp 2002-2017 Hi Sheldon and Diane I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am about your baby boy. I know how much you guys love him and what a great pet editor he was. Now that he’s crossed the rainbow bridge, I hope you can find comfort in his memories, […]
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Posted on April 26, 2017 by admin
• Because my mom is spoon feeding me and I am still drinking water I have made it to another issue . I’m not in pain (just pooped) so I think that this is okay with me. In fact, 2 days ago I actually jumped out of bed (couldn’t get in by myself). I have […]
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Posted on April 12, 2017 by admin
• I know that you want a health update. I’m still kicking but very tired and lethargic. No wonder because I stopped eating about a week ago (still drinking some water). I have been offered hot dogs, hamburger meat, chicken and even filet mignon (I deserve it) but nothing appeals to me. I would probably […]
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Posted on March 29, 2017 by admin
• I think that something bad is happening to me that I want to share. A few weeks ago, I started coughing, lost my appetite (I love eating) and became very lethargic. About a week ago I was in my backyard and collapsed. My family took me in the house and set me on the […]
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Posted on March 15, 2017 by admin
• The Canine Adoption and Rescue League(CARL) has announced an expanded Pooch Parade and is now accepting walker and vendor registrations for the 20th Annual Pooch Parade and Pet Expo. The Pooch Parade is C.A.R.L.’s largest fundraiser of the year, and a major touchstone for the local rescue community. The day begins with a charity […]
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Posted on March 1, 2017 by admin
• Haole, Ventura’s surfing dog, will ride with Grand Marshal Mary Osborne when the St. Patrick’s Day Parade marches up Main St. on Saturday, March 11. Haole, an 8-year-old yellow Labrador retriever, wowed hundreds of thousands attending the 2017 Rose Parade as well as millions more watching on TV with his surfing skills on a […]
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Posted on February 15, 2017 by admin
From my friends at C.A.R.L.: Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) wishes a very happy birthday to longtime volunteer Betty Siegfried. Betty recently turned 80, and has been a fixture at the dog rescue since July 2006. Betty began her volunteer career as a dog walker. Lately, she spends her volunteer time sitting in one […]
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Posted on February 1, 2017 by admin
• A unique Tournament of Roses Parade float featuring surfing dogs and other talented animals set a new Guinness World Record. The Lucy Pet’s Gnarly Crankin’ K-9 Wave Maker float set the world record for the longest and heaviest float in Tournament of Roses Parade history. The float weighed 74 tons and was 126 feet […]
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Posted on January 18, 2017 by admin
• The “MY VENTURA” that is mailed to your home from the city has many wonderful dog classes for dogs and our companions so be sure to check it out. • The Herman Bennett Foundation has launched several programs to help prevent over population of cats and dogs. Some programs include offering 100% prepaid payment […]
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Posted on January 4, 2017 by admin
• Brownie Troop 61686 recently teamed up with Anacapa Animal Hospital in Ventura for their annual drive to collect towels for the local animal shelters. The girls participated in the drive as a part of earning their Pets badge. Dr. Burner gave the girls a tour of the hospital, where the girls were able to […]
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Posted on December 21, 2016 by admin
Happy holidays to all of my wonderful readers. • The ASPCA has assisted federal authorities with the removal and sheltering of approximately 156 dogs from a dog fighting operation in eastern North Carolina. The victims have been transported to a temporary shelter for immediate care. Cruelty to animals is just not acceptable. People that do […]
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Posted on December 7, 2016 by admin
• Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) has kicked off their annual Giving Tuesday fundraiser for new medical kennels and they are asking for support from the community. The fundraiser runs until January 5, 2017. Those wishing to donate can visit www.vcas.us/GivingTuesday or visit the Camarillo Adoption Center at 600 Aviation Drive, or the Simi Valley […]
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Posted on November 23, 2016 by admin
• Jardo, a Boise Police Department K-9, was shot along with two Boise officers while confronting an armed suspect recently. Jardo was taken to a vet where the veterinarian who performed surgery on him “is hopeful he will be OK,” Boise police report. Corporal Kevin Holtry and fellow members of the Special Operations Unit were […]
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Posted on November 9, 2016 by admin
• The Humane Society of Ventura County will hold its annual “Santa Paws” fund-raisers on Nov. 20 in Ventura and at the HSVC’s shelter in Ojai on Dec. 4, where pets – along with their families – can have their pictures taken with Santa. The Ventura shoot will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 […]
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Posted on October 26, 2016 by admin
• Paws for Reading presented at Foster Library is a great way to get children reading, especially ones having a difficult time with their reading when they read aloud to registered therapy dogs. Saturdays from noon to 1:00 on the second floor in the children’s area. Sign up is required. For more information on the […]
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Posted on October 12, 2016 by admin
• Wow, I have been writing for the Ventura Breeze for nine years as we complete our ninth year anniversary (cats and the Breeze have at least nine lives). I was just a kid when I started. I want to thank my wonderful readers, Scampclub members, my remarkable publisher-editor( I had to say that to […]
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Posted on September 28, 2016 by admin
• I want to thank all of you that attended my presidential rally and who are supporting me for president. It was pawsitively wonderful. A great turn-out of young and old and many honks from people driving by. A special thanks to Gloria owner of a Secret Garden (981 E. Main) for hosting the event […]
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Posted on September 17, 2016 by admin
On Sunday, September 18, there will be a pup rally at A Secret Garden Florist Café (981 E. Main, Ventura) at 1pm to officially announce the candidacy for president of Professor Scamp PhD (Pretty happy Dog). The public is encouraged to attend to support Scamp’s run for the Oval Office. Attendees are welcome to bring their dogs, […]
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Posted on September 14, 2016 by admin
“I am intelligent and will bark on your behalf. And I am learning to speak Russian in case I need to negotiate with Putin.” After much deliberation, and looking at the current presidential candidates, I have decided that I am more qualified than any of them, so I hereby announce that I am a write-in […]
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Posted on August 31, 2016 by admin
• Walden Surfboards is raffling off a custom 9’0 surfboard with the proceeds going to the Ventura Police Departments K-9 unit. The K-9 unit is mostly self-funded and it is very expensive to train and outfit the K-9 dogs. All of the officers reach into their own pockets to pay for some of the K-9 […]
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Posted on August 17, 2016 by admin
• Spay Neuter Animal Network is hosting a $10 spay/neuter day on September 1 in their parking lot at 110 N. Olive St., Ventura. Spay Neuter Animal Network is behind Rite Aid off the Avenue. Spay & Neuter Clinic of Simi Valley will be performing the surgeries. The cost is only $10 for low and […]
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Posted on August 3, 2016 by admin
• The Canine Adoption and Rescue League(CARL) 19th annual Pooch Parade at San Buenaventura Beach State Park was another great event and day. League President Mary Saputo, of Ventura, said they hoped the event would raise at least $25,000 for the nonprofit that has helped more than 6,500 dogs since its inception in 1996. On […]
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Posted on July 20, 2016 by admin
• I received this from a reader that I want to share. “On page 6 (last issue) you mention the Paws For Reading program. Would appreciate it if you would issue a correction in the next issue that the dogs are Certified Therapy Dogs, not Service Dogs. Service Dogs are trained to serve one person […]
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Posted on July 6, 2016 by admin
• Local non-profit dog rescue Canine Adoption and Rescue League (C.A.R.L.) will host its 19th Annual Pooch Parade fundraising event on July 17th, from 9:00am-4:00pm at San Buenaventura State Beach. The theme of this year’s event is “Friends are Fur-Ever”, highlighting the lifelong commitment between a family and their pets. The Pooch Parade is […]
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Posted on July 4, 2016 by admin
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Posted on June 22, 2016 by admin
• LostCatVentura.com and LostDogVentura.com are free resources for finding lost cats and dogs in Ventura County. And where you can post a notice for your lost pet. • The Summerfest All Breed Dog Show, by the Ventura County Dog Fanciers Assoc. is June 30-July 3 (7am-8pm) at the Ventura Fairgrounds. And if you like horsies […]
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Posted on June 8, 2016 by admin
• The Humane Society of Ventura County is having an open house. See page 8 for all of the details. • June – August summer adoption specials at Ventura County Animal Services(VCAS) Mondays: Mixed-Breed Mondays $30 Tuesday: Twenty Dollar Tuesdays $20 Wednesdays: Wabbit Wednesdays $40 (white rabbits) $70 (bonded pairs) Thursdays: Throwback Thursdays – 1992 […]
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Posted on May 25, 2016 by admin
• Remember that the Felix N Fido “Bring Me Home” Adoption Festival is on Sunday, June 5 from 11am-4pm at the Ventura Harbor. It’s a dog friendly , family day so please attend and you might even get to pet me (for free) and have a dog caricature drawn by Jaime Baker. • by Victoria […]
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Posted on May 11, 2016 by admin
• Paw Works opens storefront in the Pacific View Mall by my good friend Barbara Hinton Did you know that there is now a “store” in the Pacific View Mall where you can adopt animals who need homes, purchase pet supplies and shop for gently used clothing? Paw Works, a nonprofit animal rescue organization, opened […]
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Posted on April 27, 2016 by admin
• The U.S. Dog Agility Association’s Southwest Regional Championships will take place from April 29 through May 1 at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. The action will start at 9 a.m. and finish by 3 p.m. each day. The championships will take place on the soccer fields at the far east end […]
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Posted on April 13, 2016 by admin
• SPAN is paying for all but $10 a pet on April 21 for spay and neuter in their parking lot at 110 N. Olive behind Vons. Valley Vet Nonprofit of Simi is bringing their mobile unit and doing surgeries. This is their last one till June as it does get expensive for the thrift […]
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Posted on March 31, 2016 by admin
Walter’s family needs your help to bring him safely home.
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Posted on March 30, 2016 by admin
In keeping with Ventura’s 150th Anniversary I decided to show you some older dog photos. I don’t think (in dog years) that there have been any 150-year old dogs but a 20-year old dog is getting close and some smaller dogs live that long. • An off-leash dog park in the Westside would be wonderful. […]
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Posted on March 16, 2016 by admin
• This is a nice thing so try to help. Hospice caregivers (physicians, nurses, aides, counselors, social workers, or volunteers) working in Ventura or Santa Barbara county are needed for a Ph.D. dissertation research study. The study will explore the experience of hospice caregivers who have been exposed to animal-assisted therapy sessions provided to hospice […]
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Posted on March 2, 2016 by admin
• From a previous issue (or two). “A 21 year old girl was killed by a hit and run driver and her white, female Maltese/Poodle mix named “Coco” was with the young girl and took off running.” My friend Lyn Fairly, from KVTA News Talk Radio 1590am told me “What is so sad Scamp is […]
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Posted on February 17, 2016 by admin
• Sharing a few happy stories. The world certainly needs them. Kramer, Nik Glaser’s proclaimed noodle-loving golden doodle, disappeared from his Venice, Los Angeles apartment over the holiday break under suspicious circumstances. For the past nearly 2 months, Glaser launched a ferocious campaign by foot, flier and social media to find his missing service dog […]
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Posted on February 3, 2016 by admin
• The connection between animal cruelty and domestic violence is well-documented. Abusers often harm pets to intimidate and control their victims or to prevent them from leaving. Too often, victims of domestic violence stay in dangerous relationships and delay seeking help out of fear for the safety of the pets they must leave behind. Even […]
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Posted on January 20, 2016 by admin
• I received this from my friend Lyn Fairly at KVTA. Dear Scamp, Last Wednesday night the 6th of Jan. a young girl (around 21 years) , was killed by a hit and run driver. It was rainy and the difficult to spy the license plate (Scamp this is similar to a dog collar) , […]
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Posted on January 6, 2016 by admin
“Who said dogs are smarter than cats? Savana • Q. My rabbit friend is putting on weight. Is this something she needs to worry about? • A. A rabbit that is overweight can have multiple problems. Being overweight increases the risk of having digestive problems, respiratory problems, and can increase the risk of arthritis as […]
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Posted on December 23, 2015 by admin
• I want to wish all of my wonderful readers, and sponsors a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. It has been another wonderful year of writing for you. And a special thanks to Victoria Usher for helping write some of my articles. • In my last article I had a story about a […]
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Posted on December 9, 2015 by admin
Two of my dog heroes are: • A Great Dane service dog named George is one of five recipients for this year’s AKC Humane Fund Award for Canine Excellence, which honors dogs that have had a significant impact on their owners and communities. He is the service dog for 11-year-old Bella Burton Bella, who suffers […]
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Posted on November 25, 2015 by admin
• The Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) has received the largest donation in its history. The Hahn-Block Family Foundation visited the Camarillo Adoption Center on July 9, After seeing the necessary use of temporary caging for dogs due to over-crowding, and seeing the number of dogs in the “holding room,” they generously offered $100,000 towards a matching fund donation […]
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Posted on November 11, 2015 by admin
A few of the winning dogs at Howl-o-ween. Photos by Bernie Goldstein • Hundreds of Howl-o-ween watchers lined the walkways around the stage at Ventura Harbor Village for the annual village event where dogs were judged for their best costumes. Ventura Breeze contributing photographer Bernie Goldstein was one of the judges (his photo was taken […]
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Posted on October 28, 2015 by admin
Dandy’s weight was 570 pounds when it was seized, extremely underweight for a horse of his size. • A Simi Valley woman was sentenced in Ventura County Superior Court for the neglect and abuse of her horse. Two months prior she had been convicted of animal cruelty in connection with her lack of care for […]
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Posted on October 14, 2015 by admin
This is one of my dog buddies as painted by my friend Jaime Baker. If you would like a dog portrait let me know and I will tell him. He would probably give me a dog treat commission. • I recently told you about Archie the Therapy Dog going to doggy heaven. Casa Pacifica is […]
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Posted on September 30, 2015 by admin
• Herman Bennett Foundation’s Haunted Mansion Dinner, Ghost Tour & Magic Fundraiser! October 30th at the historic Bard Mansion on the Port Hueneme Naval Base benefitting the Foundation’s spay & neuter programs across Ventura County. Help control the local animal population and prevent the needless deaths of cats and dogs. All tickets sales are a tax-deductible donation. […]
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Posted on September 15, 2015 by admin
Found dog: Please call Ventura Highway Luxury Boarding for Dogs, if you have lost this sweet dog at 643-3647
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Posted on September 15, 2015 by admin
What’s cuter then a bunch of Shih Tzu puppies? Maybe a bunch of any puppies. The Humane Society of Ventura County will hold its ninth annual “Cats in the Canyon & Hounds in the Hollow” fundraiser on Sunday, Sept. 27, in Ojai. The event will run from 2 to 5 p.m. at Boccali’s pizza and […]
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Posted on August 31, 2015 by admin
Hi: I’m a lost male Persian Short Hair (Exotic) : 7 years old : height 11-12″ : 17-18 lbs. : Red and white striped collar with red bell and yellow home again tag (microchipped) : Last seen on Bluebonnet Ave, near Saticoy and Telephone : Color Black with Golden Eyes : My name is Rambo, […]
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Posted on August 31, 2015 by admin
Enjoying themselves at the FelixNFido adoption event were “Paws For Reading” dogs Suzie, Jane Middleton, Library Technician II (not a dog), Doug, Herbie, Murphy and Ricky Bruno and Molly of Central Coast Pug Rescue are going home with Bob and Christina Thompson of Thousand Oaks after being adopted at FelixNFido event. Kiarra was adopted […]
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Posted on August 29, 2015 by admin
This is me at On the Lamb Ranch in Camarillo honing my herding skills. I couldn’t tell if the sheep were scared to death or laughing their heads off (did you see the movie Babe?)
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Posted on August 18, 2015 by admin
“It’s nice to know that help is available if I have a medical problem, or need a lift to the vet” “ Do short hair dogs need to take a bath daily? I get a little dizzy in the washer-dryer but I look very handsome after” Thank all of you who attended the FelixNFido adoption […]
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Posted on July 8, 2015 by admin
Foto: “What time does this bar open?” A friend of mine (who lives by the beach) lets his four year old kitty cat “Blackie” play in the sand by his house. Recently a Pierpont neighbor saw his cat killed by an off leash dog on the beach. So please keep your dog on a leash […]
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