Dogs

Devildog Canine co-founder Michael Parker, a veteran, trains dogs in basic obedience, therapy, protection and service work. Some of the dogs he's trained belong to other veterans who benefit from this special form of companionship.

McLean County Animal Services is offering half-priced adoptions through Aug. 6 to promote their name change and help animals find homes before relocating to a new facility.

Pawfficer Korg is the second in a therapy program started by Illinois State University Police in 2019. It's designed to spread comfort and calm across the community while making police less intimidating to the masses.

At the first-of-its-kind fundraiser game for the Humane Society of Central Illinois, adoptable dogs and more than 100 pet dogs came out to see the Bloomington Bison hockey team.

Wish Bone Canine Rescue is celebrating the opening of its new shelter with an open house and adoption event from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday at 1824 W. Hovey Ave. in Normal.

A recent survey shows over half of dog owners question whether the rabies vaccine is safe, effective or useful. Dr. Bernie Bleem says he doesn’t force owners to vaccinate their pets.

Authorities have seized animals and are investigating a McLean County rescue after allegations that some were mistreated and became sick. Animal Control’s seizure notice cites allegations of animal hoarding and “humane care and treatment violations.”

The frigid four-day search for a lost dog who wandered many miles across McLean County found its happy ending Thursday night – and the dog got a warm bath and some chicken nuggets.

Tensions are high during the pandemic—and not just for people. Dogs pick up on stress and anxiety, too. That can lead to aggressive behavior.A new report…

Tensions are high during the pandemic—and not just for people. Dogs pick up on stress and anxiety, too. That can lead to aggressive behavior.A new report…