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Cool Cat Collective exemplifies Long Beach's generous spirit
Meet the cats from Compton at TippedEars rescue.
Kate Karp
I write about the heroes who help better the lives of Long Beach-area animals. I also put apostrophes where they belong and take them out where they don’t belong. I have mmmnmmmbb cats at home.
Bay Shore Neighborhood Library
Bay Shore Neighborhood Library celebrates its grand reopening
The renovated building is more energy efficient but retains its mid-century charm.
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Meet Amanda Barajas, Long Beach Animal Care Services' new face of dog fostering
Pet fostering also helps save lives during disasters.
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How to keep your pets safe during disasters
Best Friends Animal Society offers tips and a huge helping paw.
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Animal abuse: Be smart, but don't lose your anger
Long Beach dog-abuse case has animal community members baring their teeth.
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New Year's resolutions for pet roommates
We asked Long Beach rescue volunteers and animal professionals to weigh in.
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I saw Rover licking Santa Claus!
Enjoying a special holiday treat at Long Beach Animal Care Services.
The Better Neighbor Project helps make forever homes a reality for pets of people in need
The project is the community arm of the Michelson Found Animals philanthropic organization.
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Scratch This: Who’s on the good list?
Curl up with a Christmas catalog for critters and the Long Beach people who love them.
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Scratch This: Thinking of a pet as a holiday gift?
There are Long Beach resources for you, but never forget that we’re as much of a gift to pets as they are to us.
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Scratch This: Out on the town with a shelter hound!
Long Beach Animal Care Services' Fido Field Trips give dogs a welcome break from kennel confinement.
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Scratch This: A deep dive into the deets of 'Adopt, don’t shop'
Pets from unauthorized breeders help fill shelters and break hearts in Long Beach and everywhere.
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Scratch This: Win two free tickets to a glittering, festive feline fundraiser!
Meet Hannah Shaw, aka The Kitten Lady, at Le Chic Cat Soiree.
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Scratch This: First veterinary surgery specialty clinic to open in Long Beach
Located in Los Altos, Stitches will provide a much-needed service to the local pet community.
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Scratch This: Retired deputy sheriff finds calling in providing free service dog training to veterans and first responders
Dogs receive their 'degrees' for duty as service animals through a rigorous curriculum.
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Scratch This: Annual Interfaith Blessing deepens the bond between pets and their people
Event will take place against a glorious Long Beach sunset.