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
VHS Pets of the Week - Hanky & Spanky
Hanky and Spanky are bonded brother and sister cats ready for adoption at River Kitty Cat Café.
Reverse Sneezing in Dogs: Is It Dangerous & How to Make It Stop
Learn about reverse sneezing in dogs, a harmless condition caused by irritants. Discover remedies like throat massage and blowing gently to ease discomfort.
Indiana Zoo Announces First-Ever Howler Monkey Birth
The gender of the new bundle of joy wasn't immediately known.
One IN City Makes Orkin's List of Cities with the Most Mosquitoes
It's mosquito season, and Orkin just released its annual list of the cities with the most mosquitoes. As it turns out, only one city in Indiana made the list. Any guesses?
Did You Know That Illinois Is One of the Best States in America for Beekeeping?
Discover where Illinois ranks in the best and worst states for beekeeping. Help save the endangered honey bees with bee-friendly practices.
Researchers Discover Salamanders in the Smoky Mountains Glow
Discover the captivating biofluorescent amphibians of the Smoky Mountains and unravel the secrets of their enchanting glow.
Socialite Adoptable Rabbit Looking for a New Home at Indiana Shelter
Meet our Pet of the Week from the Vanderburgh Humane Society.
Is Declawing Cats Legal in Indiana? Here’s What You Need to Know
Declawing cats is outlawed in many cities and states around the country. Is Indiana one of them?
St. Louis Zoo’s Exciting ‘Destination Discovery’ Promises Unforgettable Animal Encounters
There will be another exciting reason to visit the St. Louis Zoo if you like to get up close with the animals.
5 Weird Things You Might Not Know About Wild Turkeys in Illinois
Flocks of wild turkeys can be spotted all over yards, streets, and fields throughout Illinois this time of year, but do you know how they differ from domesticated turkeys?
Leave it Be: Taking Home a Box Turtle in Indiana is Illegal
If you see a turtle crossing the road, you can definitely help the little fella out, but don't take it home!
Why You Should Put a Dryer Sheet in Your Mailbox in Indiana
Many people are finding dryer sheets in their mailboxes, and if you don't have one in yours, here's why you should put one in there this summer.