Pets

By Leah Rainwater After seeing major intakes within the last year, the St. Joseph Animal Shelter is encouraging community members to spay or neuter pets. “It’s not just here in St. Joe, it’s nationwide that shelters are continually overcrowded,” said Senior Animal Care Specialist, Aubrey Silvey. “The rescues are full, the fosters are full. There’s

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – During National Diabetes Month, Elanco is raising awareness about an often-overlooked disease — feline diabetes. With approximately 600,000 cats in the U.S. diagnosed with diabetes in their lifetime, and cases on the rise, Bexacat™ (bexagliflozin tablets), an innovative treatment, is changing the landscape of feline diabetes care.[1],[2] Feline diabetes occurs

By Jenna Wilson Levi has returned home to St. Joseph after being rescued by a local resident and returned to the owners, just in time for the holidays. Six months ago, on what was supposed to be a special day, Levi jumped out of the back of his owner’s truck when they were traveling for

By Charles Christian With the temperatures dropping, pet owners need to be vigilant when it comes to the safety of their four-legged friends. Stormy Lawson, a tech at Savannah Veterinary Clinic, said outdoor pets can have an especially difficult adjustment in the winter. “Outdoor pets who suddenly find themselves in enclosed spaces can be exposed

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) While family and friends share gifts and hearty meals during the holidays, pets are there to share snuggles and comfort. This year, make sure you protect the joy of the season by keeping pets safe as you likely introduce new foods, decor and other potential hazards in the home. Share

By Kendra Simpson It takes a village is a phrase often associated with the care of a child, but in a recent situation in St. Joseph, it applies to one lucky dog. Rue’s story is not an uncommon one. In early June, the pit bull mix was brought into the shelter with a male dog

By by: Nicole Scott The Instamatics, a local music group, has planned a 60s dance party event for Saturday, Nov. 23, with benefits going to the St. Joseph Animal Shelter.  The concert is being held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge 49, 2004 N. Belt Highway, and there is a $10 cover charge. Doors

By NewsPress Now Meet Buttercup! Buttercup is a beautiful soft gray cat who is ready for her forever home. Meet Bart! Meet Bart, the 50-pound bundle of joy packed into a lovable, low-riding body. Bart is an American Staffordshire mix with a heart as big as his signature smile. When he gets excited, be prepared

By Cameron Montemayor Plans are moving forward on a long-awaited new animal shelter as work nears the finish line on the final designs for the facility. St. Joseph city officials said the hope is to have the $5 million project bid out for construction later this month or in December at the latest. City and

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Bring on the list-making, gift-giving, party-going time of year. The holiday season would also feel incomplete without delicious dishes to keep everyone feeling merry and bright. By everyone, that includes canine companions, too. Consider this list of pup- and pet-parent-approved festive foods, as well as those to avoid, from the

By Kyle Schmidt With dogs coming in as quickly as others are adopted, staff at the St. Joseph Animal Shelter is asking residents for help to combat the overflow. Aubrey Silvey, an animal care specialist at the shelter, said making sure an adopter is ready for the commitment of adding a pet to the household.

By NewsPress Now Meet Jafar! We are so proud of Jafar! Of his litter, he has always been the bravest boy. Jafar accepted petting pretty much right away, and for a kitten not used to people, that’s saying a lot. Now he accepts being held for brief periods, too. He’s going to be a good-looking

By Leah Rainwater Owning one furry friend can be expensive, so imagine the cost of caring for more than 100 of them at the same time. The St. Joseph Animal Shelter has 52 dog kennels, eight observation kennels and can house about 48 cats. Depending on an animal’s need for care, expenses can add up.

By NewsPress Now Meet Fox in Sox! Fox in Sox is a deep orange female tabby who enjoys a good play session. She can be found trying to capture the kitty wand or playing chase with littermates as they tumble through the room. She has a sweet personality and enjoys attention. Meet Kona! Meet Kona,

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The physical and emotional benefits of having a pet are well documented, yet for those facing trauma and abuse, making the decision to escape abuse is more complicated when a pet is involved. For many survivors, seeking safety for themselves may mean deciding whether to leave their pet behind with

By NewsPress Now Meet Bowser! Bowser’s owner developed allergies, so he was brought to the shelter where he is figuring things out and learning how to meet new friends. Bowser is a gorgeous solid black male with a healthy body weight, a sweet round face and large gold eyes. This handsome 1-year-old is available today,

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – A staggering 86.9 million U.S. homes share their lives with a beloved pet, according to MarketWatch. From playful personalities to curious instincts, pets enrich our lives by providing companionship, emotional support and a sense of security. Royal Canin, a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader in pet health nutrition, invites

By NewsPress Now by Dr. Whitney Miller      (NAPSI)—With fall in full swing, pets and pet parents face new routines, shorter days and busier schedules, especially with Halloween around the corner. While celebrating with your pets and including them in your festivities, it’s important to remember how these changes can affect your furry friends.

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) It’s no secret – people love their pets. Last year alone, people spent $147 billion on their pets, according to the American Pet Products Association, which included throwing what has turned into one of the hottest invites on social media these days: pet parties. There have been more than 1

By Ashley Luthans Purina and River Bluff Brewing are sponsoring a tailgate party that includes adoptable animals this Sunday. The event at River Bluff Brewing, located at 1224 Frederick Ave., will have pets available for adoption, as well at KC Wolf, a Chiefs raffle and hot dogs fresh off the grill. T-shirts and pint glasses

By Leah Rainwater As community members make their way to Downtown St. Joseph this weekend for various festivities, cats and dogs from the shelter will be joining in on the fun, too — only they’re hoping to find new owners among the crowd. Each year, the St. Joseph Animal Shelter hosts an off-site adoption event

By Leah Rainwater With the latest bout of waived fees, the St. Joseph Animal Shelter has hosted adoption specials more times than they can count this summer, continuously working to clear kennel space and find animals homes. “It’s really been because we’ve been so overwhelmed with animals this year,” said Aubrey Silvey, the senior animal

By NewsPress Now Meet Kirsten! Kirsten is a lovable friendly cat. She greets people with a rub and loves to be petted. She is also great with kids. Kirsten raised a litter of kittens in foster care and was a loving, attentive, and protective momma. She did not want other cats in the home near

By NewsPress Now Meet Judith! When Judith first came to the shelter, she was missing her home and was timid. Her anxiety was increased by some deep matting in her fur that caused her skin to pull and ache. Now that she has been groomed, her true personality is revealed, and what a nice one

By Kyle Schmidt Many St. Joseph families grew by a few paws on Wednesday, as people came out to the shelter for its fee-waived adoption special to help combat overcrowding in the kennels. The Friends of the Animal Shelter sponsored adoption fees on Wednesday only, meaning community members could pick out a pet for $0.

By NewsPress Now Meet Jaime! Are you looking for a hardworking and independent feline to join your farm, stable or workshop? Look no further! Jaime is a cat who thrives in a free-roaming, active environment. Jaime loves his independence and prefers the great outdoors to the cozy indoors. He’s not your typical house cat; Jaime

By NewsPress Now Meet Flora! Flora is a cute ball of energy. She is always ready for some kitty wand time and loves to conquer the wand. She is a sweet kitten who likes to climb, chase and play with littermates. Meet Max! Max is a 5-year-old adorable grey and white husky mix. Max is