Seattle Humane supporting animal rescues in Spokane amid wildfires

Seattle Humane Society is providing assistance to shelters in Spokane to help aid with animals displaced by wildfires in the area.

Community rallies to help Spokane wildfire victims and their animals
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FOX 13 Seattle's AJ Janavel reports from Spokane, shining light on community efforts to bring relief to animals that need care while their owners focus on their evacuation efforts. Jill, who AJ interviews, describes their work as a "hotel for animals," emphasizing their priority to keep the animals safe and calm. 

These gene-edited beagles could provide hope for dog-loving allergy sufferers

For the first time, scientists have successfully used gene-editing technology to eliminate a primary allergy-causing protein in two dogs, Bailey the beagle and her twin Alfie.

WA man accused of killing bald eagle with shotgun

A 66-year-old Washington man is accused of killing a bald eagle. Officials say that a veterinarian's exam revealed two shotgun pellets in the eagle's head, which caused its death.

Mariners give fans extra opportunity to score Jimothy gear after ticket special sells out

If you need more Jimothy in your life, the Seattle Mariners are providing a unique opportunity to fill the raccoon-sized void that he's left in the hearts of Seattleites.

Can Washington bring back the sunflower sea star? Inside a rare conservation effort

A marine predator that once helped keep Puget Sound's ecosystem in balance has all but vanished from Washington waters, and scientists at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium are working to change that.

Boy, 11, spends 100 hours reading to shelter animals at Jacksonville Humane Society

An 11-year-old from Jacksonville, Florida is comforting homeless animals while making history. Nehemiah Turner is the first child to reach 100 hours of reading to dogs as part of the Jacksonville Humane Society's Pawsitive Reading program.

Seattle honors viral raccoon 'Jimothy' with city proclamation

Locals turned out in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood on Sunday to share "Jimothy" artwork, stories of sightings and to celebrate a city council designation of "Jimothy Summer."

Jimothy receives honor from Washington Gov. Ferguson

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has named Seattle’s viral short-spined raccoon Jimothy as a "Washingtonian of the Day," following widespread internet fame.

 7 dogs were rescued from a hot car in Pierce County, WA
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7 dogs were rescued from a hot car Tuesday, when temperatures sored into the 90s. Good Samaritans rescued six of the dogs before deputies arrived. A reminder to not leave pets in the car during hot weather. 

CVS offers new pharmacy option for pet owners

CVS Pharmacy is expanding into pet health care by allowing customers to fill common prescriptions for dogs and cats at roughly 9,000 locations nationwide.