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Pet of the Week – Pebbles – Third Times’ the Charm

AHWAHNEE—You’ve seen me before, and I’m back again. I’d really like this to be the last time I get my name in the paper—at least in terms of looking for my permanent home. I’d be your best friend forever if you supply me with lots and lots of toys that have squeakers, ’cause I love to hear myself make lots ...

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Pet of the Week – Sweet Pea, Sweet as Can Be

AHWAHNEE—Hi, my name is Sweet Pea, and I am just as sweet as my name. I came here to the lovely EMC SPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center due to an unfortunate circumstance.  The hooman I used to lived with had to go into a care home, and—much as she wanted to—couldn’t take me with her. So I need a ...

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Pet of the Week – Hi, I’m Leo, and I’m Special!

AHWAHNEE—Hi, there! My name’s Leo, and I’m a really special boy. Special needs, that is. But that doesn’t stop me from living my best life. I Need to Be an Only Cat* So I’m looking for a hooman who is up for sharing life with me.  Honestly I’m not sure exactly what all this means, but the lovely people who ...

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Pet of the Week – Dodger – I need a hooman of my very own!

AHWAHNEE—You’ve seen me before. I’m Dodger, and I’m very handsome. Just look at my ears! My sister, Claudia, was adopted, so I’m kinda lonely here, even though the folks at EMCSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center take great care of me. But I’d really, really like to have a home and a hooman of my very own. Kelpie/Aussie Shepherd Mix ...

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The EMCSPCA Animal Care & Adoption Center has Great News!

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AHWAHNEE — In the first six months of operation, the EMCSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center has placed 90% of relinquished cats and 81% of relinquished dogs in their new forever homes! The national shelter placement average is sadly only 29% for cats and 44% for dogs. They have their wonderful volunteers and staff to thank for their success. Every ...

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EMCSPCA to Hold President’s Day Pet Adoption Event

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AHWAHNEE — It’s that time of year again, everyone! It’s Presidents Day, and that can only mean one thing: time to adopt a new dog or cat! Fortunately for you, the EMCSPCA is having a Presidents Day Adoption Event. Hooray! Date & Time: February 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To view pets currently available for adoption, please click ...

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Happy Holidays From the EMCSPCA!

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The EMCSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center is now open! As we approach the end of 2022 and take a moment to reflect, the EMCSPCA wants to acknowledge and thank you for your generous support and donations throughout the years. Without your help, through many ups and downs, they would not be where they are today without you! In just ...

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Live Music With Larry McPhail at Yosemite Wine Tails

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Come to Yosemite Wine Tails and enjoy a solo performance by guitarist Larry McPhail performing rock, folk, and country music from the ’60s to the ’90s. Friday, October 14, from 7 p.m. until closing. No cover charge! Yosemite Wine Tails 40409 Highway 41 Oakhurst, CA 93644 559-641-6400 E-mail: yosemitewinetails@gmail.com About Yosemite Wine Tails Yosemite Wine Tails is the brain child of ...

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A Quick Guide to Dog Food (Especially Protein)

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PETS & ANIMALS — Dog food protein is essential to your dog and dogs require more protein than humans. Interestingly enough, protein hasn’t always been the focus of dog food. Wikipedia has several examples from the 1800s that show a focus on cheese, milk, buttermilk, oats, barley-meal, potatoes, and animal fat in dog food. Dog food has come a significantly ...

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6 Ways Your Dog Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

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PETS & ANIMALS — Dogs can provide a sense of comfort for their pet parents, and spending time together can help create a strong bond, reduce stress and positively impact mental health. In fact, according to a survey from Mars Petcare, one in three pet parents got a new pet during the pandemic, with 36% saying they did so to ...

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