We asked local pet lovers to submit their pet costume photos. The ones we loved most won a custom 8’x10″portrait of their pet made by Pal Portraits. Find her at palportraits.com. So epic! Thanks to all the contestants! Related Stories
The legal cannabis industry in Oregon continues to see its ups and downs in terms of what’s allowed, and how local residents feel about allowing THC-focused farms near their homes and businesses. But one portion of the cannabis biz is fully legal: The hemp industry, which produces plants that can be used to make cannabidiol […]
Walking into Second Chance Bird Rescue was similar to walking into an insane asylum – maniacal screams echoed off the walls, birds laughed hysterically at jokes that hadn’t been told, and a strange rendition of “Happy Birthday” was being softly sung, over and over. Donna Costley, the woman behind the operation, was clearly accustomed to […]
On a weekend in July, the new wildlife rehabilitation facility, Think Wild, east of Bend, created traffic jams with its open house. The facility once housed another wildlife rehab facility that went belly-up. Think Wild is a new organization, sort of like the Phoenix rising from the ashes. Its board of directors is made up […]
Dogs that live in Central Oregon don’t really live normal lives. They get pampered everywhere they go—from dog treats at your favorite drive-thru coffee hut, a seat at the table for dinner at the brewery and a whole parade dedicated to our four-legged friends—it truly is a doggie sanctuary filled with all kinds of dog […]
You think the dog park is a great place to take your dog for some fun and socialization. But what you might not know is that dog parks can be dangerous. Most of the dog fight injuries I treated as an emergency veterinarian occurred at dog parks. Sometimes these injuries are fatal. They’re always expensive, […]
Whether you’re new to Central Oregon or you’ve been in the area a while, knowing the laws surrounding pets is never a bad thing to review. Here are some answers to common questions pet owners have. Do I need to keep my dog on a leash? Within city limits, yes. The cities of Bend, Redmond […]
Hobie, a 150-pound brindle English Mastiff, lumbers slowly down the hallway of Aspen Ridge Memory Care as Johnny Cash’s “Ring of Fire” drifts from an entertainment room filled with a dozen or so elderly residents suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other memory loss. Hobie’s handler, Jennifer Horsman, leads him by leash, keeping him close. […]
With parks, trails and pubs where our four-legged friends are welcomed with open arms, there’s no doubt Central Oregon is a pet-friendly community. Most people get dogs with the best of intentions, but not everyone knows how to train them. Here, a local breeder and trainer offers some tips. Source Weekly: What age should a […]
There’s no doubt that Bend is a dog town. But did you know that Bend is also home to the largest reptile store in the state of Oregon? Founded and owned by Jeff Jensen, The Reptile Zone has been in operation for 11 years as of January. “I started out when I was about 9 […]
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