A New Leash on Life: A disabled El Paso dog’s journey to a fulfilling life
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — A dog’s limits, courage, and heart, were tested after being struck by a car here in El Paso. At just two years old Mario…
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Inside the County of El Paso’s plans for a new animal shelter
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)– El Paso County will soon have its first animal shelter. For years, the City of El Paso has managed animals services for El…
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It’s time to turn back the clocks and “Check the Chip”
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – At the same time you are turning back the clock for Daylight Savings Time and checking the battery on your smoke alarm,…
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Mass spay and neuter event underway to address backlog
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A mass spay and neuter event is now underway to help with backlog in the Borderland. In collaboration with Operation…
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USDA inspection report reveals animal deaths at Jungle Reef in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A recent U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) inspection report revealed several violations were found at Jungle Reef,…
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Two penguins die of avian malaria at El Paso zoo
Update: ABC-7 has learned that the two penguins who died were adult penguins. One was six years old and the other was nine years old. The average…
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El Paso Zoo invites community to celebrate International Orangutan Day
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is inviting the community to celebrate International Orangutan Day on Saturday, August…
Continue Reading MUTTS Canine Cantina to host its first ‘Cars & Canines’ event
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — MUTTS Canine Cantina will hold its first ever ‘Cars & Canines’ event on Saturday, August 17. This is an event that will…
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Is El Paso a cat city or a dog city? How you can participate in the 31st Happiness Happens Here Telethon this weekend
EL PASO, TX (KVIA) — The Humane Society of El Paso is hosting their 31st Annual Happiness Happens Here Telethon presented by Mark…
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Keeping animals happy and healthy: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Living in a kennel, and surrounded by hundreds of other animals for long periods of time, could have significant negative…
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Save lives by volunteering: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Volunteering at the Humane Society of El Paso is easy. Not only that, but officials said helping the animals there is…
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Juarez authorities recovered 8-month old crocodile near neighborhood
JUAREZ, Chihuahua (KVIA) — Juárez’s Ecology Department recovered a female crocodile that was rescued by members of the city’s Civil Protection…
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Donate to save animals’ lives: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Humane Society of El Paso is reminding the community of the impact donations can have on the lives of the animals under…
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Helping injured and sick animals: Inside the Humane Society of El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Pasoans can help sick and injured animals get better, with the help of the Humane Society of El Paso. “We do have our own…
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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…
Continue Reading 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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