Happy 1st birthday, Charlie!
We have a very special birthday today. Taylor’s puppy, Charlie, is turning one year old! Taylor adopted her from the Jackson County Animal Shelter in October. Happy birthday, Charlie.
Pets
Sick raccoons still a hazard for pet owners in Long Beach
The total number of raccoons carrying the viral disease that has recently broke out in Long Beach keeps growing. Long Beach Animal Control has now collected more than one hundred raccoons with distemper throughout the city. Animal control officers were…
Raccoon disease on the rise in Long Beach
If you’re a pet owner in Long Beach, you may want to keep an extra eye out when letting your animal outside. A recent outbreak of a disease being carried by raccoons is on the rise throughout the city. Animal…
Seabees And Kittens Make Purr-Fect Friends
Some Seabees made purr-fect friends with some buddies from the Humane Society Of South Mississippi today. It’s part of a program called "Pause For Paws" bringing pets from the shelter to play with single sailors at the liberty center on…
Cold weather safety for your pets
With some of the coldest air of the season headed to South Mississippi, it’s important to remember your pets. According to animal healthcare professionals, temperatures falling into the mid-40s can be problematic for outside pets, but if you can’t bring…
Are you gifting a pet for Christmas?
With the countdown to Christmas underway, the Humane Society of South Mississippi has an important message for those who plan on giving pets as gifts. More often than not, those who give or receive pets for Christmas don’t plan ahead…
Dog Show
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Staff Sergeant Ricardo Bengochea about the dog show that will help support Bullyz4vets that helps veterans. The Dog Show will be at Mississippi Coast Coliseum on Saturday Nov. 4th 8 am to 8 pm. Admission…
Third Friday: Dog Days of Summer
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Jen Dearman about Third Friday: Dog Days of Summer Held the third Friday of every month at Delmas Ave in Pascagoula at 5 pm to 8 pm.
Keep pets safe during July 4th
While people are enjoying their Fourth of July holiday with bright, loud fireworks your pets can become scared and run away, trying to find a safe haven. Pets go missing around the Fourth of July more than any other time…
Sheltering pets from the storm
While you’re battening down the hatches in anticipation of the severe weather we’re expecting this week, don’t forget your furry friends. Maridee Mallette with the Jackson County Animal Shelter says that inclement weather often causes animals to run away from…
Humane Society Needs Volunteers
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Katie King about the need for volunteers at the Humane Society, a job fair will be on June 13th 10 am to 2 pm.
Influx of animal intake at Jackson County Animal Shelter
The Jackson County Animal Shelter has a message for pet owners: spay and neuter your animals. The shelter took in over 400 animals in May and then about an additional 100 dogs and cats came in this past week. The…
Free Fur All pet adoption event at Humane Society of South Mississippi
Free pet adoptions today and tomorrow at the Humane Society of South Mississippi are part of their Free ‘Fur’ All event. They are waiving all adoption fees and opening their doors to families looking to welcome in a new furry…
Welcome Home Party For Sophia Myers
For almost two months, the coast community has been reaching out to help a young girl with a brain tumor and tomorrow, her family and friends want her welcomed home the right way. Seven year old Sophia Myers was diagnosed…
Pet of the Week Adoption Event
News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Maridee Mallette Adoption Coordinator about an adoption event happening this weekend.
National Love your Pets Day
Today is National Love your Pets Day. It’s estimated that nearly 80 million American households have at least one pet. Each year on February 20th the whole day is set aside for pets and their owners. Whether you spend it…
National Love Your Pet Day
Today is National Love Your Pet Day. What better way to celebrate than to spoil your four legged friends? News 25’s Hank Davis is at PetSmart in honor of the national holiday.
Holiday Open House
Christmas has officially has gone to the dogs as the dogs and a few cats, at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. As part of their 8th annual "Open House" holiday celebration, the Humane Society provided adoption specials, and deals…
National Dog Day
Today, people across the nation are celebrating National Dog Day. National Dog Day honors family dogs and dogs that work selflessly to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort. We here at WXXV 25 managed to round up some…
Heat Safety for Pets
The extreme heat isn’t just dangerous for people. It can also be hazardous and potentially deadly for our pets as well. News 25’s Kendra Turley has tips on how to keep your animals safe. Every day activities, such as taking…
Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Heat
When you’re making plans for this summer, the four-legged member of your family may be involved. Vets want to remind everyone it’s not just humans that get overheated in the dog days of summer. Vets are starting to see an…
Bark in the Park at MGM Park
Shuckers fans were able to enjoy tonight’s game against Jacksonville alongside their furry friend for the annual Bark in the Park event. Raising Canes hosted the event last year as a way for fans and their dogs to socialize while…
Update on Rescued Yorkies
Eighteen of the Yorkie puppies rescued by the Humane Society of South Mississippi and Gulfport police are officially up for adoption. After a week of some tender love and care, the pups are in great shape and ready to head…
Happy National Pet Day
Whether they are four-legged or two, furry or have scales, today America celebrated National Pet Day. Animal lovers posted pictures on social media with the hashtag #nationalpetday to share their love for their pets. A representative from the Jackson County…