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Heavy feline, Mongo, finds new home after adoption

Submitted by Nicole Hensley, Web Producer
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011, 3:26pm
Heavy feline, Mongo, finds new home after adoption

While searching for Christmas miracles last Friday to broadcast, there was one happening right under our noses that we didn’t find out about until just now.

Mongo, the 27.6 pound cat, was adopted just in time for the holiday season. Spokane Humane Society said it happened right before Christmas. A pair of younger gals stopped by the shelter and adopted him, saying they plan on putting him on a diet.

We wrote about the heavy feline a week after he was brought into to the shelter in early December. His previous owner had to let him go because of landowner issues.

Photo Gallery: When we visited Mongo at the shelter, we learned about his love for belly rubs and lounging about with the other cats. There were pictures to prove it.

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Free Pet Adoptions Were A Hit!

Submitted by Robyn Nance, Good Morning Northwest Anchor
Friday, December 23rd, 2011, 10:27am
Free Pet Adoptions Were A Hit!

It's not too late to take home a cat or dog for Christmas for next to nothing! SpokAnimal is cutting deals!

The shelter held an adoption fair, of sorts yesterday at Appleway Subaru on East Sprague. As part of Subaru's “Share The Love” event, the dealership paid for all pet adoptions yesterday.

SpokAnimal brought a total of 27 animals... all but a dog and a handful of cats found homes. Now, it wants the remaining critters to find a home for the holidays. So, SpokAnimal is adopting available dogs and cats for the cost of a license and rabies vaccination ($38 for dogs and $28 for cats) today and tomorrow (December 23rd and 24th).

I just can't believe the cat in the picture hasn't been adopted yet. Her name is Fur Elise (I would change that the second I took possession of her). If I remember correctly, she is four-years-old.

She has beautiful green eyes, really cool markings and has an awesome temperment. My daughter, McKensie (who's arm is in the picture) kept trying to take her home. If YOU adopt her, send me an email (with her new name) ;)

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Here Comes Santa Paws, Here Comes Santa Paws...

Submitted by Colleen O'Brien, Weekend Anchor / Reporter
Friday, December 16th, 2011, 10:17pm
Here Comes Santa Paws, Here Comes Santa Paws...

Does that dog look excited or what?

What do you suppose he asked santa for? Beggin' Strips? A new tennis ball?

Your pet - of all shapes and sizes - can come visit Santa Paws Saturday, December 17th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

He'll be at Northwest Seed & Pet at 7302 North Divison.

They ask for a $5 donation for the pictures, and proceeds go to the Spokane Humane Society.

Oh yeah... if you "Like" our KXLY 4 Facebook page we'll donate 25-cents in your honor to the Humane Society. So far our fans have raised over $3200!

 

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Restoring Order To The Dog Park: The Herders

Submitted by Kris Crocker, kxly4 Chief Meteorologist
Thursday, December 8th, 2011, 12:19am
Restoring Order To The Dog Park: The Herders

When your dog looks like livestock, chances are the Australian Shepherds are going to try to herd him. 

Imagine the scene at the South Hill Dog Park this morning when there were three Leonbergers roaming the range, and two shepherds trying to keep them in line. 

The Leos, my Hammy along with friends Kosey and Bandit, were resistant to say the least.  But shepherds Sid and Tekoa did not give up.

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Dogs run loose on South Hill - later captured by SCRAPS

Submitted by Nicole Hensley, Web Producer
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011, 7:18pm

Neighbors say two pit bull type dogs were seen running around and acting aggressively in unincorporated Spokane County on the South Hill. SCRAPS responded to the call and were able to locate the two dogs. They were confined and taken to SCRAPS in Spokane Valley.

The situation is still under investigation.

Lead animal protection officer, Nicole Montano, says this is a common call they receive, not just for pit bulls.

“We do not find that pit bulls are typically more aggressive than other breeds it really depends on the specific dog and whether or not it has been altered," Montano said.

By altered, Montano means spaying and neutering. She also referenced a Center for Disease Control statistic that says 70% of all dog bite cases involve un-neutered male dogs. The CDC says spaying and neutering dogs often reduces aggressive tendencies.

Montano continued, "Spaying and neutering your pets is important not just to reduce the pet overpopulation problem but it also helps modify aggressive behavior."

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Newsroom Cat Explores KXLY-TV

Submitted by Nicole Hensley, Web Producer
Friday, November 18th, 2011, 5:38pm
Photo Credit: Nicole Hensley
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Breaking Mews: An Afternoon with KXLY's Feline Friend

Submitted by Nicole Hensley, Web Producer
Friday, November 18th, 2011, 5:01pm
Breaking Mews: An Afternoon with KXLY's Feline Friend

For the past few months, the KXLY parking lot has been home to a stray feline. She’s been spotted flirting with employees outside, darting into the morning news meeting with story ideas and ready for breaking mews on top of our live trucks.

Only recently have we started taking photos of our new friend. She’s become a huge part of the KXLY Facebook presence. Viewers are throwing out name ideas and hoping for the kitty’s well-being.

The weather has been turning cold, but not our hearts. The lady will soon have a new home in south Spokane County with Producer Brian (5 p.m. newscast) where she’ll be put to work.

“She’ll have duties,” Brian said. “She’ll protect the chickens and ducks from mice invaders. She’ll protect the garden from moles.”

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