If you're like most dog lovers, your pooch is much more than a pet, they're a member of your family. As we would with our children and every member of our family, we want to make every effort to be sure we're providing everything they need to live long, healthy, happy lives.
It happens far too often. Perhaps you've witnessed it in a parking lot or on the street somewhere. Someone has parked their car, got out, locked it, and walked away, leaving their dog inside.
if the neighbor's dog is barking incessantly and it's driving you and your neighborhood crazy, just shrug your shoulders and bear with it. Or, is this where you'd draw the line and make your displeasure known?
Yakima, and Americans in general, are obsessed with dogs. Dogs are loyal, dogs (can be) obedient, dogs are great companions, and most of all - dogs love us. Unconditionally. We need a little of that in our lives.
If you are happy the spring is here, you love animals, you love a good run or walk, and you love to be involved in a very worthy endeavor, the Humane Society has just the event for you in Yakima!
Life for Desi, the kitten, aka 'Dumpy', had a very rough beginning. As shocking as it may seem, some people are capable of doing great harm to the most vulnerable among us, including domestic animals. Such was the case with 'Dumpy' and her sibling, who wasn't as lucky on that chilly March afternoon.
So, you've decided to invite a dog to become a member of your family. It's often one of the most rewarding and even life-changing moments in your family's life together. But, it's not always without challenges and in fact, I can confidently guarantee there will be trying times. Sometimes, families who've rushed into things emotionally, have to make some hard choices.
Are you familiar with the old saying, 'Let Sleeping Dogs Lie'? It's very likely an old proverb from the 13th Century. I've found that it's still quite true 600 years later.
The City of Yakima announced that it has officially determined to close on of the town's most popular swimming pools at Franklin Park for the duration of 2020.