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13 Animals Kicking It in Kiddie Pools for Memorial Day

Emerald Catron — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:25:44 +0000

Hooo boy, it is so close to being summer, we can practically hear the incessant song of the ice cream truck already. Frankly we don't want to wait until Monday to kick off the season. We can't. We've lost all control. Here are some pics of animals in kiddie pools to prove it.

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Oklahoma Tornado Survivor Reunites with Trapped Dog During Live Interview

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:47 +0000

Even in the face of unspeakable tragedy, miracles can occur.

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The Cutest Dog GIFs Ever

Hannah Gutenplan — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:23:29 +0000

It's been a particularly rough week, so we thought we'd try to cheer everyone up with a few of the cutest dog GIFs ever. These dogs are heart-meltingly cute and are sure to brighten up even the darkest days. They'll make you just want to cuddle up and smile! Have a safe weekend everyone!

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Man Rescues Dog, Ends Up Getting Arrested For His Trouble

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:54:41 +0000

It is often said no good deed goes unpunished. Elvis Hernandez can tell you all about that.

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Some Taylor Bridge Residents Returning to Their Homes

Lance Tormey — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:12:55 +0000

Some residents forced to flee the Taylor Bridge Fire were allowed to return home on Thursday, but the fire raged on, leaving much of Kittitas County on edge.

Fueled by hotter temperatures and shifting winds, new flames advanced north toward Bettas Road

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Yakima Humane Society Needs Your Help to Win $100,000

Lance Tormey — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:40:00 +0000

The Humane Society of Central Washington is off to a grand start in the ASPCA’s National 100K Challenge. With a first place finish out of the entire nation in the first round, Outreach Coordinator Erica Seaver-Engel speaks for all staff and volunteers when she shares how “overwhelming and humbling” the outpouring of community support has been thus far

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Charges Filed Against Yakima Dog Hoarder

Lance Tormey — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:35:23 +0000

It has been three weeks since a home on 19th Avenue in Yakima was raided, and 47 dogs were removed. Just this week, the owner, Evelyn Dauenhauer was served with 23 citations.

The charges include:

- 10 counts for animal cruelty

- Nine counts for possession of a pit bull

- One count for not having a pet license

- One count for keeping animals in a nauseous environment

- One count for operating a kennel without a license

If convicted and given the maximum penalty for each charge, Dauenhauer could be fined more than $56,000 and serve up to 11

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Canine And Wine Walk

KIT — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:18:49 +0000

The Yakima Valley Visitors & Convention Bureau has launched a new website for visitors traveling with their dogs. Winedoggies.com features the many dog friendly attractions and services available in the Yakima Valley. Highlights i

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Cat vs Dog Different Pets & Pet Owners

Dave Ettl — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 18:16:20 +0000

Even if it’s raining cats and dogs, don’t expect the same reaction from everyone.

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Best Places to Take Your Dog in Yakima – Our Top Five

Brian Teegarden — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:18:04 +0000

Yakima is a pretty dog friendly town, if you know where to go. Sure, you can't take the pooch everywhere, but here are a few places where the pup is welcomed with open paws!

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Highest Priced Pooch

Dave Ettl — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:36:18 +0000

WORLD'S MOST EXPENSIVE DOG SOLD FOR MORE THAN $1.5 MILLION: A wealthy Chinese coal magnate has bought the world's most expensive dog, a rare red Tibetan Mastiff puppy for which he paid more than $1.5 million.

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Which Breed Is America's Top Dog? [VIDEO]

Brian Teegarden — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:30:49 +0000

The bulldog is moving up fast, but the Labrador retriever still rules at No. 1

Where does your puppy rank?

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