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Medical Mutts: What do we look for in a service dog?

5 days ago

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

6 days ago

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 store helps animals by offering unique gifts

Pet Pals TV team

Dec 15

Pet Pals TV store helps animals by offering unique 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...

Microchip reunites cat with owner after 4 years

Rita Rose

Dec 11

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

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

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...

Help! My cat isn't using the litter box!

KJ, Your Kitty Correspondent

Nov 25

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...

Christmas at the Zoo has more experiences, more lights

Indianapolis Zoo

Nov 23

Christmas at the Zoo has more experiences, more lights

INDIANAPOLIS — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo. The twinkling glow of Christmas lights shining, the...

KJ, Your Kitty Correspondent

Nov 23

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...

See our Pet Pals TV tree at the Indiana History Center!

Rita Rose

Nov 20

See our Pet Pals TV tree at the Indiana History Center!

Pet Pals TV tree with a sloth on the top! The annual Festival of Trees is decking the halls at the Indiana History Center now through...

Dog who ingested corncob saved by surgery

Pet Pals TV staff

Nov 12

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 —...

Humane Society of Indianapolis

Nov 8

I'm Nelson! Adopt me!

Hi, I'm Nelson! I'm a pit bull mix who is 4 years old. I'm an adorable boy who loves to play and cuddle. I do well meeting doggie friends...

IndyZoo awards $1 million to save endangered hummingbird

The Indianapolis Zoo

Nov 7

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...

Indy Neighborhood Cats

Nov 7

Winter cat shelters available

How the loss of a pet affects your other pets

Hills Pet Nutrition

Oct 30

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...

Here's how to prepare your pets during a disaster

Tom Dock, Noah's Animal Hospitals

Oct 9

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...

Unveiling the art: Crafting your own DIY pet portrait painting kit

Jason Heath

Oct 6

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

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...

Credit card helped when pup had emergency surgery

Pet Pals TV team

Sep 19

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...

Grayson the cat's medical journey on WISH-TV

Patty Spitler

Sep 16

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...

Rescued pets reunite at Grateful Rescue event

Jason Heath

Sep 12

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...

Small porpoise is the rarest animal on Earth

Rita Rose

Sep 3

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...

Rita Rose

Sep 3

I'm Lincoln! Adopt me!

Lincoln is a large adult Bengal cat. He is busy and playful with a laid-back personality. This handsome boy gets along with cats and kids...

Dog lover and champion swimmer Michael Phelps signs with Purina

Pet Pals TV staff

Jul 10

Dog lover and champion swimmer Michael Phelps signs with Purina

----------------------------------- See the story about Michael Phelps' new partnership on Grateful Rescue TV, 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July...

Brandt Carter

Jun 25

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

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...

When should you spay or neuter your dog?

University of California, Davis

Jun 4

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

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,...

Need help? Reach out to Anna's Pet Care Fund

Pet Pals TV team

May 14

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...

What? You don't have Patty's book yet???

Rita Rose

Apr 29

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...

The joy of adopting two kittens: Double the fun, double the love!

Companion Animal Advocates

Apr 16

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

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...

Lost cats and litter boxes - here's the scoop

Community Cat Coalition

Mar 23

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...

Help your dog ride out those scary thunderstorms!

Pamela Terhune, Grateful Rescue & Sanctuary

Mar 21

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...

Police dogs get support from Central Indiana K9 Association

Patty Spitler

Mar 14

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

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,...

Rambunctious dog becomes the subject of a children's book

Rita Rose

Mar 4

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

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...

Understanding Feline Leukemia (FeLV) in cats: Dispelling myths and providing hope

Companion Animal Advocates

Feb 19

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

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...

Introducing a new dog to the pack? Here's how!

Rita Rose

Feb 6

Introducing a new dog to the pack? Here's how!

The Humane Society of the United States Are you being awesome and bringing a new dog to your pack? Looking for a companion for your pet?...

Seniors adopting pets — what you should know

American Senior Communities

Jan 20

Seniors adopting pets — what you should know

Having friends and family to spend time with is increasingly important as we grow older. The connection is good for mental, physical and...

Former breeder offers the scoop on tiny Yorkies

Rita Rose

Jan 14

Former breeder offers the scoop on tiny Yorkies

Pet Pals TV has a segment called Know Your Breed – entertainingly put together by Barney and Dr. Lisa Wood – which can help people...

Woman and pet cat share amputee journey on therapy team

Rita Rose

Jan 7

Woman and pet cat share amputee journey on therapy team

Here's an inspiring story from VOAnews.com: Every day Juanita Mengel, a 67-year-old woman from the state of Ohio, wakes up and puts on...

My story: Border Collie rescue saves injured pup

Rita Rose

Jan 7

My story: Border Collie rescue saves injured pup

PUPDATE: Biscuit has found a forever home in Indianapolis! To see her appearance on WISH-TV Daybreak, click here:...

Wireless Open-Ear Speakers perfect for dog walkers!

Jason Heath

Dec 26, 2023

Wireless Open-Ear Speakers perfect for dog walkers!

When you're out walking your dog, listening to music can be a good companion. There are some new wireless speakers on the market that can...

Pet Friendly Services of Indiana

Dec 13, 2023

Make a donation, help the pets!

Cheri Storms Pet Friendly Services Shelter pets have a wish list, too! Number one on that list a spay/neuter surgery so they can be ready...

Gazelle pair adds to baby boom at IndyZoo

WISH-TV Indianapolis

Dec 13, 2023

Gazelle pair adds to baby boom at IndyZoo

Hanna Mordoh WISH-TV The Indianapolis Zoo is once again celebrating new births. This time, two baby boy gazelles were born to two...

Rita Rose

Nov 24, 2023

We are Sterling and Patches! Adopt us!

Sterling is a medium-sized adult male who is friendly, affectionate, gentle, playful and smart. This stunning svelte kitty was left at...

Rita Rose

Nov 3, 2023

Price reduced for Patty's book!

Looking for a good book to read or a gift for someone else? How about Patty Spitler’s book, “The Dog Who Saved My Life”? OK, I’m just a...