Viewer photos capture ‘egg-citing’ Easter celebrations on KSAT Connect
Read full article: Viewer photos capture ‘egg-citing’ Easter celebrations on KSAT ConnectViewers shared photos of their Easter celebrations on KSAT Connect, featuring visits from the Easter Bunny, Easter baskets, furry friends and more.
ACS free mega vaccination, microchipping registration reaches capacity
Read full article: ACS free mega vaccination, microchipping registration reaches capacitySan Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) will host its first mega free vaccination event this Sunday and has reached capacity for pre-registration.
Which KSAT pet will reign supreme in the ‘Final Fur’ bracket? Vote today.
Read full article: Which KSAT pet will reign supreme in the ‘Final Fur’ bracket? Vote today.While basketball fans are buzzing with excitement over March Madness and their NCAA brackets, KSAT is hosting a different kind of competition that’s capturing the hearts of pet lovers everywhere.
Rabies confirmed in New Braunfels cat; health officials advise caution
Read full article: Rabies confirmed in New Braunfels cat; health officials advise cautionCity of New Braunfels and Comal County officials are urging residents to be cautious with unfamiliar animals after a rabies case was confirmed in the city.
Foster volunteers urgently needed amid expected influx of kittens, ACS says
Read full article: Foster volunteers urgently needed amid expected influx of kittens, ACS saysSan Antonio Animal Care Services expects to receive hundreds, if not thousands, of kittens into its shelter in a few weeks until October.
Recent alleged San Antonio dog abuse case shares similarities with January’s viral incident
Read full article: Recent alleged San Antonio dog abuse case shares similarities with January’s viral incidentAn alleged dog abuse case that led to an arrest this week appears to share some similarities to a different case that was captured on camera earlier this year.
Woman arrested, accused of neglecting person with disabilities, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Woman arrested, accused of neglecting person with disabilities, sheriff’s office saysA woman was arrested after she allegedly neglected a person with disabilities in her care, the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
Animal Care Services employee fired for ‘inappropriate handling methods’ with dog, ACS says
Read full article: Animal Care Services employee fired for ‘inappropriate handling methods’ with dog, ACS saysA City of San Antonio Animal Care Services temporary employee was terminated following a recent incident where the employee used “inappropriate handling methods” with a dog, ACS said Sunday.
13-year-old dog found in San Antonio reunites with California owner four years after vanishing
Read full article: 13-year-old dog found in San Antonio reunites with California owner four years after vanishingMurphy's owner flew from Southern California to San Antonio to reunite with him after many years of keeping hope.
French Bulldogs return home after reportedly stolen, owners say
Read full article: French Bulldogs return home after reportedly stolen, owners sayTwo French Bulldogs that were stolen from a backyard earlier in February have been safely returned to their rightful owners. After nearly two weeks of uncertainty, Chewy and Nova are back in the arms of their family.
Looking for long-term love? San Antonio Pets Alive! offers Valentine’s Day special
Read full article: Looking for long-term love? San Antonio Pets Alive! offers Valentine’s Day specialAs a part of its Valentine’s Day special, San Antonio Pets Alive! said finding a “fur”-ever companion may be easier than before.
Texas-based pet microchip company closes, potentially affecting millions of pets
Read full article: Texas-based pet microchip company closes, potentially affecting millions of petsA Texas-based pet microchip company has ceased operations, according to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts website.
‘They’re my best friends’: Family pleads for safe return of stolen French bulldogs
Read full article: ‘They’re my best friends’: Family pleads for safe return of stolen French bulldogsA San Antonio family is desperately seeking the return of two French bulldogs that were stolen from their backyard earlier this month.
Ever heard of birch sugar? Why this sweet ingredient poses a hidden threat to your dog’s health
Read full article: Ever heard of birch sugar? Why this sweet ingredient poses a hidden threat to your dog’s healthWe all love feeding our dogs table scraps, but there’s an ingredient that pet owners will want to be aware of when feeding their dogs anything new.
ACS issues 47 criminal citations in two days for weather-related incidents, department says
Read full article: ACS issues 47 criminal citations in two days for weather-related incidents, department saysAnimal Care Services in San Antonio released statistics on Tuesday regarding weather-related incidents.
San Antonio Humane Society, Animal Care Services urge pet safety amid freezing temperatures
Read full article: San Antonio Humane Society, Animal Care Services urge pet safety amid freezing temperaturesThe San Antonio Humane Society is closed on Tuesday due to the winter weather, and the shelter is reminding people of ways they can protect their pets and other animals that are outside as the freezing temperatures are expected to last for the next few mornings.
Battered Woman and Children’s Shelter provides dog kennel for domestic violence survivors' pets
Read full article: Battered Woman and Children’s Shelter provides dog kennel for domestic violence survivors' petsMany domestic violence victims struggle to leave dangerous relationships, often because they don’t want to leave a pet behind — a reason several people don’t think of.
San Antonio ACS urges thoughtful pet adoptions ahead of the holiday gift-giving season
Read full article: San Antonio ACS urges thoughtful pet adoptions ahead of the holiday gift-giving seasonThe giving season is here, and many people love giving pets as a gift. However, San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) is cautioning adopters to think before making such a big decision.
San Antonio Pets Alive! to offer free pet adoptions in December
Read full article: San Antonio Pets Alive! to offer free pet adoptions in DecemberThe push to adopt, not shop, at least for the next two weeks, is in full swing as San Antonio Pets Alive! (SAPA!) begins its campaign to offset its overcrowded shelters.
Loose, roaming pets wearing out their welcome among Thompson neighborhood residents
Read full article: Loose, roaming pets wearing out their welcome among Thompson neighborhood residentsSan Antonio may be experiencing some relief now from the dog days of summer, but in the Thompson neighborhood, problems with dogs — themselves — persist.
SA Animal Care Services offers free adoptions on dogs weighing 40+ pounds this Friday, Saturday
Read full article: SA Animal Care Services offers free adoptions on dogs weighing 40+ pounds this Friday, SaturdaySan Antonio Animal Care Services is wrapping up National Dog Week with a special adoption event, Big Mutts, Big Hearts.
San Antonio Food Bank offers free pet food for families in need on Pet Hunger Awareness Day
Read full article: San Antonio Food Bank offers free pet food for families in need on Pet Hunger Awareness DayThe San Antonio Food Bank is stepping up for Pet Hunger Awareness Day by providing free food for cats and dogs. Volunteers will be assisting 500 families through a drive-thru distribution, offering essential care for their furry friends. Two distributions are scheduled today, from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.
An inside look at a nonprofit training K-9 police dogs in our area
Read full article: An inside look at a nonprofit training K-9 police dogs in our areaThe team behind Spike K-9 Fund travel all around the country, teaching K-9's and their officers how to deal with several different kinds of emergencies. This week, they're in San Antonio, training 12 handlers and 6 SWAT team members for free.
Find out if your pup made it on the 2024 most popular dog breeds list
Read full article: Find out if your pup made it on the 2024 most popular dog breeds listWith International Dog Day coming up on Monday, Aug. 26, have you ever wondered if your furry friend belongs to the most popular national dog breeds?