Protect pets from July 4 revelry
Robert FrankBy Charlie Powell, College of Veterinary Medicine
PULLMAN, Wash. – More pets go missing around the Fourth of July holiday in the U.S. than at any other time of year. » More …
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Owners reminded to protect animals from wildfire smoke
Cynthia KingBy Charlie Powell, College of Veterinary Medicine
PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine advises animal owners that wildfire smoke warnings apply to animals, too. » More …
Parasite not cat-astrophic, says WSU researcher
Cynthia KingBy Linda Weiford, WSU News
PULLMAN, Wash. – Mention “toxoplasma gondii” and most people will give you a blank stare. Others will blame a cat. » More …
April 30: Students ‘pet stress away’ before finals
Cynthia King
PULLMAN, Wash. – With finals week looming for Washington State University students, many will receive comfort from animals to help cope with stress. Dogs from the Whitman County Humane Society will visit 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, in the CUB Butch’s Den. » More …
Pets, livestock require special care in cold weather
Cynthia King
PULLMAN, Wash. – Unseasonably cold weather is forecast for eastern Washington into next week, with highs below freezing and lows in the single digits. Keep pets and outdoor animals safe with these tips from the veterinary college at Washington State University: » More …
Longevity of dogs shorter than owners would like
WSU NewsPULLMAN, Wash. – It’s just a fact: most of us outlive our dogs. Indeed, for people who are dog owners throughout their lives, a lot of grieving is guaranteed. Fido #1 dies, is replaced by Fido #2 who also dies, and so on down the long line of dogs in our households. » More …
Pets on campus on tighter leash
WSU NewsA new state code for animal control comes as a relief to WSU grounds maintenance and custodial staff.
Washington State Administrative Code (WAC) 504-36-020, labeled Control of Animals, took effect Dec. 25 for WSU. It spells out guidelines for having animals on campus. These guidelines prohibit animals in university buildings, require animals to be under immediate control (physical restraint), and require the owners/handlers to pick up fecal matter.
According to Kappy Brun, Facilities Operations grounds supervisor, the biggest problem at WSU Pullman has been large deposits of feces on the grounds.
“It’s extremely unpleasant,” she said. “We have to work around it … » More …