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Ensuring a safer July 4th holiday for animals

CHEROKEE COUNTY – Local residents gearing up to celebrate 247 years of American Independence in upcoming days by setting off fireworks are reminded to practice caution to...

Exploding issue with strays

An out-of-control stray population impacting animal shelters and rescues trying to keep up with Cherokee County’s needs is spilling over into local communities trying to...

Protect pets and horses against extreme cold

December 23, 2022

BATON ROUGE—The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine asks pet owners to protect their pets against the extreme cold. Help keep your pet safe during the colder months by...

County Roads Rescue Pet of the Week – Nicolai

September 1, 2021

Nikolai is ready for a forever home! This sweet little boy is the runt of the litter and his siblings let him know it! He’s on the shy side but...

Missing furry family member

February 10, 2021

Rusk resident seeking information about her 13-year-old, cream colored Pomeranian that disappeared from her Academy Street home on New Years Eve night. The dog’s name is...

County Roads Rescue Pet of the Week – Feb. 10, 2021

February 9, 2021

Owners of beloved pets like Sparkie Hawkins (left) and Mia (foreground) and Lili Embleton – who are part of the families of Cherokeean Herald staffers John & Penny Hawkins and Jo Anne Embleton – should be mindful of potential hazards posed by foods and fauna this holiday season.

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Avoid potential hazards this year when decking the halls

December 25, 2020

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – The holiday season is a favorite time of year for many to transform their homes with festive decorations, bake winter...

DIY recipes and keepsakes for pets

December 18, 2020

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – The holiday season is a time to show appreciation to our loved ones, both people and pets. Handmade toys and treats are a wonderful way to do so –...

Prevent pet hazards this Thanksgiving

November 25, 2020

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – This Thanksgiving holiday, many people will be gathering for smaller and safer celebrations amidst the pandemic. At these more intimate...

Pet Talk - Owners should prepare for separation anxiety issues as...

August 19, 2020

COLLEGE STATION, Texas – A silver lining to the stress of stay-at-home orders for many has been extra time spent with pets. Whether that means extra-long walks for dogs,...

Vouchers, clinics for free and low cost spay, neuter services...

August 12, 2020

According to the experts, dogs can have up to two litters per year with an average of six to 10 puppies per litter. Cats can have up to three...

Clear the Shelters - Local animal shelters are ready to help you...

August 12, 2020

Clear the Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption drive in August 2020 that helps find loving homes for animals in need. More than 411,292 pets have...

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Volunteers at County Roads Rescue work the shelter’s recent intake day.

County Roads lead to fur-ever homes

To paraphrase John Denver’s 1971 hit song about country roads, County Roads Rescue and its team of volunteers are helping stray animals in Cherokee...

Pet Talk - Hot topic -- keeping pets safe as temperatures rise

Texas is known for hot summers that leave many residents ready for air conditioning and a cool drink. Because their bodies expel heat less efficiently and generate more...

Choosing the right pet food can be a challenge with so many options...

(May 29, 2020) COLLEGE STATION – Pet parents want to feed their dogs the best diet possible to keep their furry friends happy and healthy, but there are so many options on...

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