Tag Archives: Pets

Your animals can be victims of frostbite in the cold weather we are experiencing this week. Overton County Animal Awareness Association President Vicky Smith said failure to provide an animal with appropriate shelter and enough water is animal cruelty and can lead to legal charges. “If you’re letting your dog out and they come back in, make sure you try ... Read More »

Pets make for nice Christmas gifts, but they are not good surprises. That is according to Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracy. Hutchinson-Tracy said the owner should always be a part of the selection process. “When adopting for a child, there has to be a lot of thought,” Hutchinson-Tracy said. “You can only expect the child to take so much responsibility. ... Read More »

Poinsettias are mildly toxic for your pets, but you should be more aware about two other decorative plants that present danger. White County Ag Extension Office Director Scott Swoape said holly and mistletoe create worse symptoms for pets if ingested. “The holly what’s toxic on those are the pretty, red berries,” Swoape said. “Definitely decorate with caution if you are ... Read More »

Hydration and shade are the two keys to keep your furry friends safe during this week’s very hot conditions. Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter Director Jennifer Hutchinson-Tracey said depending on the breed and weight, heat-illnesses can occur in 40 minutes or less. “It’s as dangerous for pets as it is for people quite honestly, so the same thing that can happen ... Read More »

Crossroads Shelter Aid of Warren County is celebrating a year of saving dogs this Saturday. Founder Ashley Bouldin said the organization has scheduled live music and food trucks at the Warren County Farmers Market to acknowledge rescued pets. “We do more rescue and relocation,” Bouldin said. “And that means we take the adoptable dogs out of over populated areas. We ... Read More »

Hot weather can pose a threat to animals, and animal experts say it’s important to keep their temperature in check. Copeland Veterinary Animal Hospital Vet Assistant Brooke Allen said that the number one thing people can do is provide access to fresh, clean, and cool water, but there are other ways to keep them cool as well. “You can always ... Read More »

Scared of losing track of your new cat or dog? Then Saturday’s microchip clinic in Crossville will help ease your worries. Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m. will be implanting the pet identifiers. Fundraiser Coordinator Holly Brown said pets at least six to eight weeks old are eligible. “If your animal is downed and taken ... Read More »

The anecdotal evidence is pointing towards a bad tick season in the Upper Cumberland. Smith County Agriculture Extension Director Chris Hicks said the office has fielded a number of calls already about tick reports. Hicks said a longer than normal spring is the biggest factor. He said people should know tweezers are the safest way to remove ticks. “We hear ... Read More »

After seeing a surge of pet adoptions while people were stuck at home, Cookeville Putnam County Animal Shelter said they haven’t seen a resurgence in animals at the shelter. Shelter Director Jennifer Tracy said that luckily, the population at the shelter has remained low as people return to normal daily life and are home less. “We were concerned that we ... Read More »

People are not the only ones hungry this holiday season. Watch out for your pets sniffing out snacks that may affect their health. Dr. Kristin Edds owns the Bluegrass Veterinarian Clinic in Sparta. Edds said each year, veterinarians prepare for an increase in patients eating infamous unhealthy treats. “Chocolate,” Edds said. “And also, things they just eat off the Christmas ... Read More »