COARSEGOLD — Concerned citizens and dog lovers as far away as Pennsylvania have been asking about Hank the Yellow Lab, who went missing after a crash on Highway 41 yesterday afternoon. We are delighted to report that Hank has been found. Cody Lankton is a good friend of both Hank and Austin — the driver involved in the crash — ...

COARSEGOLD — Hank the Yellow Lab ran away from a crash involving his owner on Highway 41 this afternoon just before 4:30 p.m. Hank was understandably traumatized after the vehicle he was riding in rolled over just south of Coarsegold. (see map below for exact location). If you see this dog, please take care of him and call Sierra News ...

The Animal Compassion Team (ACT) foster and adoption program introduces Chula: Hi, my name is Chula! My foster mom says I am about the happiest girl ever. I have a personality that you can’t help but fall in love with. Some medical problems gave everyone a scare, and I am so happy to be alive. I am all better now ...

If you consider the family dog, well, family—and are apt to toss him a piece of your food now and then—proceed with caution. Some foods meant for human consumption can be dangerous, and even deadly, to your dog. How are people and animals different when it comes to food? According to Carmela Stamper, D.V.M., a veterinarian at the U.S. Food and ...

The Animal Compassion Team (ACT) foster and adoption program introduces Marvin: Hello, there! Are you looking to find your new soul mate? Well, look no further! My name is Marvin. I am about four years old, weighing around 35-pounds, and I could sure help your life be fulfilled! I just want you to stare into my eyes… a little more… ...

Submitted by Sharon Fitzgerald — OAKHURST — The EMC SPCA would like to invite you to make a contribution to mountain area animals by volunteering to help with local projects. At this time we are establishing a larger foster program and will be holding meetings over the next couple of months to provide information about how to become a foster. ...

The Animal Compassion Team (ACT) foster and adoption program introduces a beautiful spaniel mix: Hi, my name is Hermosa! Could I be any cuter?  I’m not only gorgeous, my personality is very sweet, also. I am a very mellow girl, and I don’t have one mean bone in my body. I love to be held, cuddled and give hugs. Just ...

MOUNTAIN AREA — When fire leads to evacuation, you may have only minutes to react. Notified via text or phone call, or even by a knock on the door, at that moment, you’re expected to grab and go. Quick — where are your pets? What do they need? A little advance planning will reduce stress and increase your chance of ...

OAKHURST — The Central California Animal Disaster Team (CCADT) remains deployed for evacuations due to the Detwiler Fire. The small animal shelters are still set up at the EV Free Church on School Road and Sierra Vista Presbyterian Church on Highway 41 in Oakhurst. CCADT supply trailers are located at the EV Free Church, 50443 Road 427 in Oakhurst CCADT is currently ...

OAKHURST– The Central California Animal Disaster Team (CCADT) has opened emergency animal shelters for small companion animals co-located with Red Cross shelters. Some larger animals are being sheltered at the Mariposa County Fairgrounds while others are at the Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds. “The first fire we did here was in 2013, called the Carstens Fire and we had about 70 to ...