Polish institute classifies cats as alien invasive species
How to beat the heat: A complete guide on overcoming extreme temperatures
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Beating the heat is no joke—especially while record-setting temperatures encroach on your community. Not only are heat waves bothersome, but they can easily cause emergencies that threatened public health and wellbeing. Below, you'll find all of…
Yakima Humane Society prepares for Ellensburg service while at max capacity
YAKIMA, Wash. — Just two weeks ahead of its expansion into the Ellensburg Animal Shelter, the Yakima Humane Society is experiencing an influx of people dropping animals at its front door. Eight animals were abandoned and turned over to the…
Testing for toxic algae begins along Columbia River
KENNEWICK - The Benton-Franklin Health District has started testing sites along the Columbia River for signs of toxic algae. The health district is using a new tool that can detect toxins in the water and help officials be more proactive…
The search for the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter Director continues
PASCO, Wash. -- The City of Pasco has posted a bid for the new Tri-Cities Animal Shelter Director who will also be tasked with…
'Our animals are family:' Kennewick officials give pet safety tips for Fourth of July
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- The familiar booms and bangs of fireworks flashing across the night sky may be a celebratory spectacle for…
Pasco Fire Department digs cat out from deep within PVC pipe
PASCO, Wash. — A curious cat nearly lost one of its nine lives when it climbed into a three-inch PVC pipe Saturday, July 2. According to the Pasco Fire Department, a concerned resident called for help when they…
Three huskies shot and abandoned in remote stretch of Benton County
BENTON CITY, Wash. — At least one dog is dead and two others received emergency care after they were found with gunshot wounds in a remote stretch of Benton County on Tuesday night. According to Lt. Jason Erickson of the…
'Never been this bad:' Tri-Cities animal shelters in dire need of fosters as they reach capacity
TRI-CITIES, Wash. -- Stephanie Stadelman and her husband have fostered around 120 animals over the course of seven years. Stadelman, who is on…
15 dogs saved from Benton County hoarding situation in spite of limited shelter space & resources
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Team members at Mikey's Chance Canine Rescue prepared to slow down the rate at which they accept new dogs with adoptions down and fosters overwhelmed; and yet when 15 neglected dogs needed saving from a hoarding…
Eastern Washington temperatures are on the rise—Here's how to protect your pets
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Temperatures across Eastern Washington are approaching the mid-90s this weekend with the first 100-degree day of the year expected on Monday. Even if you can handle the heat, your pet might not have the same luck. Experts…
Benton Franklin Humane Society contract with TCAS to run out this July
PASCO, Wash. -- The embattled Tri-Cities Animal Shelter will need a new director and more staff when the contract with Benton Franklin Humane…
Avian flu kills baby raccoons in Pasco. WDFW says it's a first in North America
PASCO, Wash. -- Officials with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) have discovered avian influenza -- also known as bird…
Goat Yoga in Pasco begins on International Yoga Day
PASCO, Wash. — June 21, 2022 is International Yoga Day. There doesn’t seem like a better day to kick off a season of yoga lessons! That’s…
Tumbleweed Cat Rescue encourages fostering during ‘very busy kitten season’
KENNEWICK, Wash. — June is National Adopt-a-Cat Month. Rescues around the Tri-Cities are looking for fosters and adopters. Tumbleweed Cat Rescue is one of those…
Bird Flu case confirmed in wild Walla Walla county bird
WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- A red-tailed hawk from the McNary National Wildlife Refuge has officially been confirmed with a case of avian influenza, according to officials…