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Indianapolis Animal Care Services
7 hours ago
I'm Fig! Adopt me!
Fig gets along well with other dogs. My name is Fig and I am about 2 years old and weigh roughly 66 pounds. I am a fremale American...
Rita Rose
8 hours ago
Saying goodbye to the Best. Kitty. Ever.
Tink was 10 when I adopted her from ARPO. Everyone has that one special pet. The one where you look in its eyes and you exchange souls,...
Rita Rose
5 days ago
Volunteer opportunities with ARPO in Indianapolis
There are several volunteer opportunities available at the Alliance for Responsible Pet Ownership, which serves the Indianapolis area....
Have your Valentine's Day treats delivered by a service dog!
ICAN dogs will deliver a variety of Puppy Love Valentine goodies to those you love! Spread the love this Valentine's Day with a special...
How to introduce a new cat to your home
Bringing a new cat into your home can be an exciting yet challenging experience. It's essential to ensure that your new feline friend...
Jason Heath
Jan 9
How to support pets displaced from Los Angeles wildfires
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have caused severe destruction, affecting countless families and their beloved pets. As flames...
Pet Pals TV team
Jan 9
Gallery: Interact with animals at 6th Day Farm
6th Day Farm takes its animals to events to educate people about the purpose and importance of animals. Here are some of the animals that...
The 2025 Guide: How to introduce your cats
Pawsitive Vibes to you today! As we begin the new year, this is a new opportunity to have a happy house full of cats! I've had more...
Pet Pals TV team
Jan 6
Blue Ridge Beef announces pet food recalls
On December 2, Blue Ridge Beef announced a recall affecting 2-pound packages of its Puppy Mix product due to Salmonella contamination....
Rita Rose
Jan 6
I'm Ruby! Adopt me!
Ruby is affectionate and playful. Ruby is a medium-sized adult female short-hair. She is a sweet and confident cat with an easygoing,...
Jasper Miller
Jan 6
Ohio has the purr-fect museum for cat lovers!
You'll find a little bit of everything "feline" in this historical museum. Tucked away in the charming city of Alliance, Ohio , lies a...
Jason Heath
Jan 5
Join WISH-TV personality Patty Spitler on a vacation to the Greek Islands
I'm inviting you to join me October 5th as we Discover Iconic Greece with Collette! We’ll spend 3 nights in Athens, 3 nights each on...
Patty Spitler
Jan 2
Building a winter cat shelter
Indy Neighbor Cats Executive Director Dawn Benefiel talks to Patty about obtaining Styrofoam Shelters that will keep kitties warm in the...
Newest dog breed: The Lancashire Heeler
The Lancashire Heeler is making waves as the newest member of the American Kennel Club (AKC). This delightful breed from England is...
Fox 59 WXIN
Jan 1
Dogs in need of new home after owner's death
After a vehicle hit and killed a homeless man, his beloved dogs had no place to go. Karmin and Indie are a bonded pair who are staying at...
Rita Rose
Dec 28, 2024
Here's an easy recipe for Pumpkin Dog Treats
Pet Pals TV's Shannon Cagle knows how to make her dog, Winston, happy. She whips up these delicious peanut butter and pumpkin treats for...
Medical Mutts Service Dogs
Dec 18, 2024
Medical Mutts: What do we look for in a service dog?
"Can any dog become a service dog? 🐾 The answer is . . . not quite! While we’d love to see every dog succeed, it takes a special mix of...
Guest writer Adam Davis
Dec 17, 2024
My story: A holiday miracle with paws
Jeff is quite a bit bigger than our other dog, Michaela. (Photo: Adam Davis) A true holiday miracle happened recently. About a month or...
Pet Pals TV team
Dec 15, 2024
Pet Pals TV store helps animals by offering personalized gifts
During the holiday season, there's no better time to show our love for animals and support a great cause. At Pet Pals TV, we have our...
Rita Rose
Dec 11, 2024
Microchip reunites cat with owner after 4 years
A cat from Alaska will be spending the holidays in a much warmer climate after a reunion with her owner that was about four years in the...
Indianapolis Zoo
Dec 7, 2024
IndyZoo welcomes a new anteater!
Meet our newest arrival at IndyZoo! Salvador, or Sal, is a 9-year-old Southern Tamandua ( tuh· man ·doo·uh). Tamanduas are a type of...
Medical Mutts Service Dogs
Dec 7, 2024
I'm Clifford! Adopt me!
Clifford is the longest resident at Medical Mutts Service Dogs and has been waiting for over a year for his perfect home. He is a mixed...
KJ, Your Kitty Correspondent
Nov 25, 2024
Help! My cat isn't using the litter box!
I received a request recently for help in KJ's Cat Club. It was unfortunately, a very common request: Help! My cat is peeing and pooping...
KJ, Your Kitty Correspondent
Nov 23, 2024
Get your Grayson Plushie!
L isten, I know it's a little silly but that's how I roll and I think Grayson will love this. In his golden years, getting out to public...
Pet Pals TV staff
Nov 12, 2024
Dog who ingested corncob saved by surgery
Tom Dock, director of communications at Noah's Animal Hospitals and Pet Pals TV reporter, was quoted for this story. Newsweek.com —...
The Indianapolis Zoo
Nov 7, 2024
IndyZoo awards $1 million to save endangered hummingbird
The Indianapolis Zoo has awarded a $1 million grant to the Ecuadorian conservation group Fundación Jocotoco to save a newly-discovered...
Hills Pet Nutrition
Oct 30, 2024
How the loss of a pet affects your other pets
It goes without saying that the loss of a pet comes as a hard blow to you and your family. But what about the non-human members of your...
Tom Dock, Noah's Animal Hospitals
Oct 9, 2024
Here's how to prepare your pets during a disaster
Disaster can strike anywhere and at any time, from house fires to floods, tornadoes to power outages and thunderstorms. We Hoosiers can...
Jason Heath
Oct 6, 2024
Unveiling the art: Crafting your own DIY pet portrait painting kit
Are you ready to embark on a creative journey capturing the essence of your beloved pet through art? Crafting your pet portrait painting...
Pet Pals TV staff
Sep 27, 2024
Man and dog rescued during Hurricane
A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater helicopter crew rescued a man and dog from a disabled and taking-on-water 36-foot sailing vessel 25...
Pet Pals TV team
Sep 19, 2024
Credit card helped when pup had emergency surgery
Tom Dock, pet health reporter for Pet Pals TV, recently was the subject of a story about emergency pet care plans at GoodRx.com : Thomas...
Patty Spitler
Sep 16, 2024
Grayson the cat's medical journey on WISH-TV
Patty Spitler was joined by KJ McGlinn, kitty correspondent with “Pet Pals TV,” and McGlinn’s cat Grayson. McGlinn shared Grayson’s...
Jason Heath
Sep 12, 2024
Rescued pets reunite at Grateful Rescue event
Two little Dachshunds stole our hearts at Grateful Rescue's 4th Annual Grateful Fest. Watch this special episode that looks at how...
Rita Rose
Sep 3, 2024
Small porpoise is the rarest animal on Earth
Have you ever wondered what is the rarest animal on Earth? According to the World Wildlife Fund, it's a marine mammal called the...
Brandt Carter
Jun 25, 2024
The tiny wren makes lovely music
Ms. House Wren returns every year to my garden to set up residency in a gourd. Her song is amazing and her warbling announces her return...
Pet Fiendly Services of Indiana
Jun 14, 2024
Adoption calendar shows upcoming events
Thinking about a new furry family member but don't know where to start? Pet Friendly Services' newly launched Adoption Calendar is...
University of California, Davis
Jun 4, 2024
When should you spay or neuter your dog?
By Trina Wood UCDavis.edu Researchers at the University of California, Davis, have updated their guidelines on when to neuter 40 popular...
Indianapolis Zoo
May 19, 2024
See new chimp complex at IndyZoo!
The new chimpanzee exhibit at The Indianapolis Zoo has everyone going ape! The Penny & Jock Fortune International Chimpanzee Complex,...
Pet Pals TV team
May 14, 2024
Need help? Reach out to Anna's Pet Care Fund
What would you do if you couldn't pay for your pet's medical bills? Sometimes treatment can be very expensive, but where do you go for...
Rita Rose
Apr 29, 2024
What? You don't have Patty's book yet???
We all know Patty Spitler is a fierce advocate for animal welfare and brings positive, heartwarming stories each week to Pet Pals TV. But...
Companion Animal Advocates
Apr 16, 2024
The joy of adopting two kittens: Double the fun, double the love!
It’s officially kitten season, and if you’re considering adopting a furry friend, why not make it a duo? Many people are unaware of the...
Rita Rose
Apr 3, 2024
My story: A parakeet's brief adventure
Has anyone ever asked you, “What’s the most amazing thing you've ever seen?” Here’s my answer: This goes way back to the 1950s when I was...
Community Cat Coalition
Mar 23, 2024
Lost cats and litter boxes - here's the scoop
The Community Cat Coalition https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCatCoalitionWa Boo chose a bad time to leave her indoor-only life. She...
Pamela Terhune, Grateful Rescue & Sanctuary
Mar 21, 2024
Help your dog ride out those scary thunderstorms!
As the wicked storms battered Muncie, Indiana, on March 14, we had a lot of trembling pups! It’s so sad to see them so afraid! Does your...
Patty Spitler
Mar 14, 2024
Police dogs get support from Central Indiana K9 Association
Patty Spitler, host of “Pet Pals TV,” was joined by Greg Anderson, a K-9 owner and handler, and Pico, a retired K-9 officer on WISH-TV...
Rita Rose
Mar 5, 2024
I'm Clark Kent! Adopt me!
Clark Kent was pulled from a euthanasia list at a shelter outside of Marion County. He is approximately 2 years old and an Akita mix,...
Rita Rose
Mar 4, 2024
Rambunctious dog becomes the subject of a children's book
The yellow lab was about a year old with a gimpy leg, a penchant for destroying things and a history of abuse, making her fearful. She...
American Humane
Feb 20, 2024
American Humane story of triumph: A dog named Waffles
April Smith Animal Care Expert American Humane Looking back at 2023, I can’t help but reflect with gratitude on the incredible and...
Companion Animal Advocates
Feb 19, 2024
Understanding Feline Leukemia (FeLV) in cats: Dispelling myths and providing hope
Jenni Beesley President & Co-Founder Companion Animal Advocates Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is a concern for many cat owners and feline...
American Senior Communities
Feb 6, 2024
Pet ownership is beneficial for seniors
Having friends and family to spend time with is increasingly important as we grow older. The connection is good for mental, physical and...
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