Little to no regulation exists on dog breeders in Arizona
The Let Joe Know team is discussing regulations for dog breeders in Arizona and why you should be cautious when purchasing a dog, whether online or in other types of advertisements.
Posted at 5:00 AM, May 07, 2021
and last updated 2021-05-07 09:35:23-04
MESA, AZ â Waiting months with no answers, no puppy, and still no refund. In the last few weeks, the Let Joe Know team has told you about Cox Family Doodles in Mesa.
More than two dozen people have contacted the team saying they didn t get their dogs and are still trying to get back deposits averaging $500.
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Every year, approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, about 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.
Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.
Honey Bee: A friendly and loving kitty
Honey Bee’s past may be filled with lots of heartbreak and sorrow, but at the Arizona Humane Society, anyone who has had the pleasure of meeting her is excited about what the future has in store for this adorable 3-year-old Domestic Shorthair kitty. A one-time stray who was found limping on her front paws, Honey Bee was discovered to have pellet wounds on those same legs.
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Every year, approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, about 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.
Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.
Nalani: A fan of lazy pointers
Nalani is a domestic, medium-haired Torti cat about two years old. She has the most gorgeous eyes! Nalani loves being pet and showing affection. She is easily entertained and enjoys her laser pointer and water fountain. Nalani asks that she be your one and only feline companion as she does not enjoy the company of other felines. Nalani is an easy-going, sweet cat looking for her forever home. She resides at the Friends for Life Animal Rescue adoption center located at 952 W. Melody Ave. in Gilbert.
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Every year, approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, about 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.
Each week, The Arizona Republic highlights a handful of the many pets up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.
Linus: The perfect security blanket
Named after a character from the beloved cartoon series Peanuts, Linus is sure to be the cutest furry version of a security blanket with his loving and relaxed demeanor. The 10-year-old Boxer mix found his way to the Arizona Humane Society in February after his owner, unfortunately, passed away and he had nowhere else to go. A stark reminder to always have a plan in place for your furry family members should an emergency or something unexpected occur.
As more pet owners have made pet health care a higher priority more veterinarians are needed. Author: Rich Prange Updated: 4:38 PM MST April 6, 2021
PHOENIX Let’s be honest, many of us treat our dogs or cats like our children – providing the best care to keep them healthy and happy.
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, in 2019 Americans spent more than $29 billion on Veterinary care.
Now there is a greater need for veterinarians as more and more baby boomers are retiring.
It takes a special person to fulfill our furry friends’ medical needs. They can’t exactly tell us why they don’t feel good or what happened.