Here at WKDQ, we love our furry friends! Here are our adoptable four-legged friends, fun stories about local animals, and even pet-friendly events happening in the area.
Pets & Animals
Be Aware These Popular Thanksgiving Foods are Poisonous to Dogs
It is tempting to let Fido in on the holiday fun, but there are a few popular Thanksgiving dishes that should be kept away from dogs.
VHS Pet of the Week - Caramel Apple
Meet Caramel Apple. A 2-year-old cat currently up for adoption at River Kitty Cat Café in downtown Evansville.
If You Hit a Deer with Your Car in Illinois Can You Keep It?
It's that time when the deer are out in full force and I am sure you've seen a few on the side of the road, but can you keep those deer?
Illinois is one of 15 states that says yes. You can legally keep a deer you hit with your car in Illinois along with other animals you accidentally hit and kill...
Get Your Photo with Krampus Just in Time for the Holidays
Just in time for the holidays, the Nick Nackery in Evansville will be hosting photo ops with Krampus. Kids and leashed pets are welcome too.
VHS Pet of the Week - Onyx
Meet Onyx. Our Pet of the Week from the Vanderburgh Humane Society.
Hey Animal Lovers! Protect Your Pets With These Holiday Food Safety Tips
The holidays are synonymous with delicious food but make sure you know what foods are safe before sharing with your beloved family pet.
Do Squirrels Know How Much Snow Indiana Will Get? Some People Believe So
According to old wives tales, the behavior of the fluffy-tailed critters may predict how much snow will fall during the winter.
Nashville Zoo Introduces Purr-fect Weeks-Old Tiger Cubs That Will Make You Say “Aww!”
The Nashville Zoo shared some updates on the purr-fect Tiger cubs born only three weeks ago! Watch this adorable video of their recent check-up.
This Adorable Acrobatic Skunk is at Risk of Extinction in Kentuck
The adorable Eastern Spotted Skunk has a special trick to ward off potential predators. Its habitat in Kentucky is dwindling and this cutie is at risk of becoming endangered.
Owensboro Photographer Captures Wild Sea Gull Photo
Yes! There are sea gulls in Kentucky and an Owensboro-based photographer just photographed one that's adorned with quite an unexpected accessory.
Indiana, Kentucky & Illinois Massive Pet Food Recall: Salmonella
If you have cats or dogs you need to know about this voluntary recall of pet food.
Pets of the Week - Caramel & Chocolate
One is a little shy. The other more outgoing. Together they create a harmonious balance of personalities.