Don’t let that serious face fool you – our Pet of the Week Emily is a real sweetheart! This senior DSH can be shy at first, but when she gets to know you she’s very affectionate! Emily gives headbutts and may even touch you nose to nose! She also likes to talk when you pet […]
Crossposted from Public Health Insider
Canine influenza – or dog flu – has been diagnosed in dogs for several years. But a new strain of canine influenza called H3N2 has been found in more than 25 states since April 2015. In Chicago, this novel (or newly appeared) influenza virus sickened more than a thousand dogs during the first outbreak in the United States. Now, Public Health – Seattle & King County veterinarian Beth Lipton thinks that we may have found cases here in King County. Public Health Insider talked to her to find out more.
Frankie was adopted in 2013 by Franki, a foster pet parent who provided the Shih Tzu with a forever home. This is her story in her own words. Learn how the Angel Fund saved Frankie’s life, or if you are interested in learning how to become a foster pet parent, visit us at RASKC foster a pet site.
In the summer of 2013 I met a wonderful little nine-month-old male Shih Tzu, named Frankie. He was severely abused by being kicked in the face which resulted in his lower jaw being broken in two places and went permanently blind from the head trauma.
“Happy” New Year to our Pet of the Week! This sweet young guy loves to meet new people. Happy is good on a leash and loves going for walks. He also knows how to sit on command and takes treats gently. Happy doesn’t like to be bothered while he’s eating, so he would do best […]
CALLING ALL 12s! The Seattle Seahawks kick off their run to another Super Bowl on Sunday, Jan. 10. To help the Hawks to a victory, we’re looking for your 12th Pet photos! Visit our Facebook page and share a photo of your dog, cat, or other furry/feathered friend in their football finest. Use the hashtag #12thPet or […]
Meet Sarah!
Sarah has taken on various tasks with tremendous skill, reliability and confidence! Sarah is largely to thank for providing leadership to the following teams: Cat Meet & Greet, Shelter Helper, Community Events, Social Media and the Vet Clinic Volunteer team. In light of Sarah’s immense contributions in a relatively short period of time, plus her overall magnificent personality, Sarah has been recognized as RASKC’s Volunteer of the Month for January. Read our Q&A with her below:
Welcome paws: A coffee break at Seattle Meowtropolitan
Adapted from Seattle Times, by Rebekah Denn
At Meowtropolitan Cafe in Wallingford, patrons can sip coffee while spending quality time with adoptable cats from Regional Animal Services of King County in Kent. (Dean Rutz / The Seattle Times)
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As the year comes to a close, Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is celebrating a remarkable achievement: 88 percent of animals that came through the doors in 2015 were adopted to new families, returned to their owners, or placed with other local animal organizations for placement. This accomplishment not only sets a new […]
Santa’s “elves” at Petco in Renton made a special delivery to our Pet Adoption Center in Kent today. They delivered boxes of holiday-themed pet items for the animals at RASKC, just in time for Christmas. Each pet that is adopted or returned to its owner will get a holiday gift while supplies last. Many thanks to the […]
We’re wrapping up the holidays for you! Again this year, volunteers from Regional Animal Services of King County will wrap your presents for a donation to our Angel Fund. Come see us at Barnes and Noble in Federal Way or Tukwila! Monday, Dec. 21: 9am-10pm, Tukwila Monday, Dec. 21: 3-8pm, Federal Way Tuesday, Dec. 22: […]
Tails from RASKC 