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Vaccine, microchip clinic for pets coming to Longview

The pet clinic will be on Oct. 22 from 9 am to 1 pm at the Longview Exhibit Building. This clinic will offer free services to Gregg County residents.

LONGVIEW, Texas — The Longview PAWS and Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center are partnering to offer a free drive-thru clinic for pets in Longview.

Gregg County residents can take their dogs or cats for several free services on Oct. 22 from 9 am to 1 pm at the Longview Exhibit Building. Locals are required to show proof of residency such as a current ID with address or documentation showing a physical address.

Below is a list of services offered by the drive-thru clinic:

  • Medical Exam
  • Rabies
  • DAPP (HCP for cats)
  • Bordetella
  • Microchips
  • Deworming

Owners must stay in their vehicle and can only have two pets per vehicle. Dogs must have a collar and leash. Cats and puppies also have to be in a carrier, PAWS says.

Longview PAWS says to expect to wait in lines. Lines will be formed on Grande Blvd. and the Cotton Street entrance.

Longview PAWS’ mission is to serve as a resource for the people and animals in the community.

“If we can help those who

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Viral video of dog beaten by Thane’s pet clinic staffers sparks outrage; Varun Dhawan, Malaika Arora demand punishment | Trending News

The shocking video of two staffers abusing a dog at a pet clinic in Thane, Maharashtra has sparked a massive outrage on social media. As reported by The Indian Express earlier, a case of noncognisable offense against the two men was filed with the Mandapa Police Station on February 13 after the video emerged online.

It also caught the attention of celebrities including Varun Dhawan, Bhumi Pednekar, Malaika Arora, and Ravi Dubey among others who condemned the act and demanded stringent punishment against the accused. Reacting to the video, Varun Dhawan wrote, “Please dm me the information u have I will speak to the necessary authorities.” Following the police complaint, the actor thanked the Mumbai Police and wrote, “Thank you Mumbai police for acting so swiftly in the matter the content of what was done was so heinous let the law take its course.”

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The Bhakshak actor wrote, “This is so disturbing. We need stricter laws.” Malaika Arora expressed her anger and wrote, “I just hope that poor helpless doggie is ok. Am just so angry I believe they have got him. Now authorities time for action and severe punishment.”

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Pet parents ‘shocked’ at viral video of dog beaten by staff at Mumbai clinic

In a horrifying video doing the rounds on social media since Tuesday, two groomers from The Vetic Pet Clinic, a pet clinic in Thane, Mumbai, were seen hitting a pet dog on the pretext of a grooming session surfaced on social media. One particularly violent staffer was seen punching Tofu, a three-year-old Chow Chow, repeatedly, on its face and back. Another man, who was filming the act, was also seen landing a few blows, as the animal struggled to get away from them. Even after the dog got down from the stretcher, the staff kicked him. The two employees were arrested after a complaint was filed against them on February 13.

Pet groomers should make the experience relaxing for the good instead of causing discomfort (Shutterstock)
Pet groomers should make the experience relaxing for the good instead of causing discomfort (Shutterstock)
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Pet groomers should make the experience relaxing for the good instead of causing discomfort (Shutterstock)
Pet groomers should make the experience relaxing for the good instead of causing discomfort (Shutterstock)

Street Dogs of Bombay, an Instagram account, that is in touch with Tofu’s owner, wrote: “The owner of Tofu will be taking further action tomorrow morning (Wednesday). Regarding legal proceedings, the PFA team has indicated that IPC 429 (committing mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming or rendering useless any

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Free animal clinic open to homeless Portlanders with pets

A free clinic was held to help serve some of those who are homeless in Portland, as well as their pets.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Veterinarian Dr. Robert Mack is on the board of the Oregon Humane Society and told KGW they host pet clinics several times a year serving houseless communities.

On Tuesday, Dr. Mack, along with the Oregon Humane Society, hosted a free pet care clinic for people experiencing homelessness and those temporarily sheltered or unable to afford care for their animals. The pet care clinic was located in Blanchet House’s parking lot on Northwest Glisan Street in Portland’s Old Town neighborhood.

“I wanted to try to do something for the folks who have pets who are without homes or shelter or so forth,” said Dr. Mack. “Blanchet House was nice enough to have us use their parking lot, because it got a lot of space. And they have a large population of the people that we want to serve with pets here.”

Dr. Mack said that in addition to care, they’ve supplied vaccinations, flea and tick care, pet food, leashes and collars and more.

“This is just to try to make sure that these pets are getting looked

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Vehicle crashes Friday into lobby of Region animal clinic

HOBART — A driver with a possible medical condition crashed Friday morning into the lobby of the Hobart Animal Clinic at 2650 Ind. 130, according to Hobart Fire Department.


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“(Expletive) your dog. (Expletive) Bruno. I hope he died a painful (expletive) death,” according to the message.

Photos provided by the department show the vehicle fully inside the waiting area that at times can be full of people and their pets.

“There are no injuries to any people or animals,” firefighters said.


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“We’re not meteorologists, but feel it’s best to err on the side of caution on behalf of our students and staff,” Hammond school officials said.

The clinic will remain open Friday, but is asking clients to use the emergency entrance.

“Please be kind, as accidents do happen,” firefighter said.

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