A look ahead: ABC-7 to partner with El Paso’s Humane Society for 31st annual Telethon!
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — This Saturday, ABC-7 is partnering with the Humane Society of El Paso for our 31st annual Telethon! The goal is to help…
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Why a new CDC rule might prevent you from bringing your pet back into the US
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As of Aug. 1, if you are crossing a pet into the U.S. you must now follow new steps. According to U.S. Customs and Border…
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2 people rescued from swarm of bees in Socorro, according to fire department
SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) — Two people were rescued from a swarm of bees in Socorro, TX Sunday evening, according to the city’s fire department. It…
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Walmart shooting five years later: Gentle giant helps begin healing process
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Paws for Love therapy dog handler Rodd Garcia remembers the exact moment he heard about the moment a gunman shot and…
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Dream internship: Earn $100 an hour at Mutts Canine Cantina
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Mutts Canine Cantina is offering a unique internship opportunity that pays $100 an hour! The selected intern will work…
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Group of loose dogs spotted attacking emus, geese in El Paso’s Upper Valley
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An ABC-7 viewer says that a pack of loose dogs attacked and killed other animals near one of her family member’s homes. Over…
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Rescue flight takes off from El Paso: 63 dogs and 9 cats en route to new forever homes
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Early this morning, 63 dogs and 9 cats boarded a plane taking them from El Paso to different animal shelters in Washington,…
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El Paso Animal Services says improvements needed at Morehead shelter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — City council will hear from El Paso Animal Services Monday about its progress at its shelter at the former Morehead Middle…
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Non-profit raises awareness of difference between service dog, emotional support animal
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Sun City Service dog wants to educate people on why it is important to not bring their pets to places where only service…
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Bobcat spotted on the roof of an East El Paso house
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — With temperatures heating up in the Borderland, sightings of wildlife throughout the region are emerging. A photo making…
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Bird flu virus particles discovered in Texas, New Mexico dairy, poultry facilities
AUSTIN, Texas (KVIA) — The USDA says it has detected particles of the bird flu (HPAI) virus in dairy cattle and poultry facilities in New Mexico and…
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New animal clinic opening soon in El Paso
 EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new a state-of-the-art pet wellness clinic will be coming to El Paso soon. Thanks to a joint effort by the County…
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El Paso Animal Services to present overview of Animal Protection Officers to City Council
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Today, City Council members are set to hear an overview of El Paso Animal Services’ Animal Protection Field Division. The…
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Bird Flu will not affect egg prices for one El Paso farmer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– Cal-Maine foods, the largest egg production company in the United States announced, they had to euthanize about 2 millions…
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Most of El Paso Zoo’s missing prairie dogs found dead in late 2023, report shows
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A report by the United States Department of Agriculture obtained by ABC-7 confirmed most of the prairie dogs that went…
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Fields of Dreams Farmers Market debuts with delightful treats and friendly goats
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) — The inaugural Fields of Dreams Farmers Market welcomed vendors and community members alike, offering a delightful…
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El Paso Zoological Society supporters speak out after City Council did not renew contract
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso Zoological Society supporters will speak in support of the non-profit organization during City Council’s meeting…
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El Paso Zoo welcomes first ever rhino
El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo is ready to present a real jewel in the animal kingdom: a rhino named Taj. “A new exhibit doesn’t come along…
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Bringing joy, one walk at a time
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Every Sunday at 8 AM, volunteers gather at the El Paso Animal Services Center for more than just dog walking. They’re there…
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Juarez Ecology Department raises awareness of animal abuse cases
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez Ecology Department held a keynote lecture in front of dozens of Borderland teenagers and authorities to keep…
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El Paso Zoo Mountain Lions predict Super Bowl winner
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The count down may be on for the big game Sunday, but some local felines may have already spoiled the ending. Franklin and…
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Popular Valentine’s Day cockroach naming event returns to El Paso Zoo
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo is bringing back its popular Valentine’s Day event “Quit Bugging Me.” Participate here. Residents can submit…
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Wildlife conservation group hopes to see jaguars reintroduced to southern New Mexico
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) — Recent sightings of jaguars in Arizona have raised the possibility of the large cats roaming southern New Mexico.…
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Savannah, El Paso’s beloved elephant, has died
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo announced the death of the beloved Asian elephant Savannah Tuesday afternoon. City officials say Savannah…
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CERESO prison in Juárez experiencing cat population increase
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Centro de Readaptación Social or Social Rehabilitation Center (CERESO 3) is the state prison in Juárez directed by…
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Las Cruces animal advocates request more funding to open old Animal Services Center amid animal neglect claims
LAS Cruces, New Mexico (KVIA) — Officials held the monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of the Animal Services Center of Mesilla Valley on…
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Juarez Animal Welfare Department starts campaign to prevent animal abuse
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — The Juárez’s Ecology Department, through its Municipal Pet Rescue and Adoption Center, will fines and prison time to…
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Gangly adolescent giraffe Benito has a new home. Now comes the hard part — fitting in with the herd
By LISSETTE ROMERO Associated Press PUEBLA, Mexico (AP) — A 4-year-old giraffe named Benito arrived Tuesday at his new home in a large animal park…
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Juarez’s Benito the giraffe finishes journey to Africam Safari in Puebla, Mexico
Update: Benito arrived in Puebla early this week. ABC-7 received video of Benito at the Africam Safari, getting used to his new environment. In the…
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City Council to discuss proposal banning “unnecessary veterinary procedures”
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — Today, city council will meet. On the agenda, item 16, is a proposal to ban cosmetic and “owner convenience” surgical…
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