Tag: animals
Finding their way home
CULLMAN, Ala. - When thunderstorms roll through Cullman County as they did Monday evening, inevitably there will be an increase in the number of...
Summer heat safety for dogs
CULLMAN, Ala. - The summer heat can be tough on everybody and that is especially true when it comes to our pets. The Tribune...
Keeping your pets safe in winter and around holidays
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s officially winter, and that means colder temperatures. There can be many dangers for pets this time of year, so The...
Labor of love: caring for strays at the Hanceville kennel
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On a hot Wednesday afternoon, Hanceville City Clerk Tania Wilcox spent her lunch break visiting with and taking care of a...
(Latest) Hundreds of animals die in fire near West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - “It’s devastated us all,” the owner of a chicken house near West Point said as she watched what was left...
(Update) ‘Hundreds’ of dogs, other animals killed in fire near West...
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/22/latest-hundreds-of-animals-die-in-fire-near-west-point/
UPDATE 1:01 p.m.: Animal Control says that number also includes rabbits, chickens and ducks.
WEST POINT, Ala. – A fire at a property...
Pet of the Week: Slick’s looking for his forever home
CULLMAN - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week:
Slick is a 6-month-old lab/terrier mix whose former...
We woof you a meowy Christmas!
Left to right: Publix Manager Brad Boshell, Sgt. Chris Westmoreland and Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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2nd annual Help Us Help Animals Pet Supply Drive happening now!
The goal this year is to again fill up the area around the Christmas tree at The Cullman Tribune office with donations for the...
Black bear struck by vehicle on U.S. 278 in Brooksville
Brooksville resident Jamie Pettit, who helped state wildlife officials load the bear for transport, shows the size of its paw. (Photo courtesy Jamie Pettit)
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2 Cullman residents charged with 6 counts of animal cruelty
Summer Figgs, left, and Michael Figgs (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - A local man and woman were arrested and charged with six counts each of...
Exotic pet expo points to increasing interest in Cullman area
A young visitor gets up close and personal with a ferret available from an exotic pet rescue service. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
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Paws for a Cause raises more than $2K for area animals
Animals big and small came out for Paws for a Cause at Rumors Deli on Saturday. (Christy Perry for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The dogs...
Wag your tail over to Paws for a Cause on Aug....
CULLMAN - Whether your pet has paws, hooves, scales or feathers, you will want to be at Rumors Deli Saturday, Aug. 4 from 11...
Calling all animal lovers: CAAWA needs your help
CAAWA’s Patricia Bentley poses with one of her rescues, Daniel. (courtesy photo)
CULLMAN - On the frigid afternoon of Dec. 23, 2010, Terry and Patricia...
‘Paws in the Park 2018’ sees adoptions galore!
A shelter dog gets a snuggle from one of the many children who stopped by Paws at the Park on Saturday. / W.C. Mann
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Thank you! from The Tribune staff
Patricia Bentley and Belle from CAAWA with donations given to the organization.
The staff of The Cullman Tribune would like to give a big thank...
Giving back to our 4-legged friends
CULLMAN - The Cullman Tribune has kicked of the first of what it hopes will be an annual Christmastime drive for the Cullman County...
EXCLUSIVE: Spike in number of animal cruelty cases concerns authorities
Cullman County Animal Control Sgt. Chris Westmoreland said the department usually doesn't publish photos of animals involved in cruelty cases, but said Friday, "Maybe...
Never too young to make a difference: meet Denna Chivers
Denna Grace Chivers / W.C. Mann
CULLMAN - There are lots of people who say they are animal lovers. Then there are those who make...
Pet of the Week: Tawny is searching for his forever home
Tawny is a 1-year-old male greyhound/lab mix. / Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN - Ryan Whisenhunt from the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to...
Cullman County Animal Shelter: hopeful but realistic
Animal Control Capt. Tim McKoy, Sgt. Chris Westmoreland and Officer Cameron Berryhill
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter takes in a wide variety of...
Community veterinarians offering discounted spay and neuter services in February
CULLMAN - Throughout the month of February, some veterinarians and animal clinics in Cullman County will be offering discounted on spay and neuter services.
This...
AG Strange leads coalition calling on Trump to repeal broad expansion...
MONTGOMERY - Attorney Gen. Luther Strange led a coalition of 14 states calling on the incoming Trump administration to immediately repeal two new rules...
Animal rescue in Eva seeks good homes for good pets
Hoss and Elsa went home with Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper and family.
EVA - Dianne McRea is on a mission. With the help...
Elderly dog, Joco the Rock, rescued from sewer
Photo: Joco and Dr. Susie Dickerson enjoying the sunshine this afternoon.
CULLMAN - Joco has been on quite the adventure this week. Lesley Hyde’s 15-year-old...
Tale of a donkey: sanctuary houses more than dogs, cats
Photo: Noah the donkey is a favorite fixture at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary. Owner Sandra Shaffer saved Noah from drowning nearly 12 years ago....
2nd Chance Sanctuary readies cats for adoption
Photo: Gracie is one of about 15 cats at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary.
BLOUNT COUNTY – As the sun beats down on Sandra Shaffer's...
Rescued dogs await adoption at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary
Photo: Chester and KoKo run around Sandra Shaffer’s yard at 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary, where dozens of dogs are available for adoption.
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Lifetime Guarantee: 2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary redefines rescue
2nd Chance Animal Sanctuary owner Sandra Shaffer talks to Noah, a donkey she saved from drowning nearly 12 years ago.
BLOUNT COUNTY – Barks break...
Focus on: Cullman County Animal Shelter
We take in hundreds of unwanted animals each month, and we strive to find them homes.”
Candie Horsley, Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN – The Cullman...