Critter Care: Humane Society advocate for responsible breeding

It was a gathering of all the finest and fanciest. A recent get-together in Lawrence offered a potpourri of pedigrees, a coterie of captivatingly coiffed canines. It was the annual AKC dog show, and some of the best of all ...

• Most pet owners willing to go mouth-to-muzzle
  Most pet owners would leap into action for an injured pet, even if it meant risking dog breath by going mouth-to-snout.
• Pawsible Dream benefit is Friday
  Lawrence Humane Society will host the 15th annual Pawsible Dream Benefit at 6 p.m. Friday at the Lawrence Holidome, 200 McDonald Drive.
• In honor of St. Francis, multitude of creatures blessed
  The lawn of St. John’s Catholic Church and School was filled Friday afternoon with dogs, cats, rabbits — and even a turkey.
• Furry friends have allergies, too
  Scratch. Scratch. Scratch. Fall allergies seem to be worse this season for dogs and cats, thanks to the wet weather and cooler temperatures.

• Wag & wash: Pets prettied up with mobile grooming service
• A paw and a prayer: Pilots save shelter animals
• DNA testing of Salina dog saves pet
• East Lawrence Farm and Home store to host pet food drive for Lawrence Humane Society
• For Bo, it’s a dog’s life, then some
• Oldest dog dies at 21 — or 147
• Natural pet care: Acupuncture, herbs alternative treatments for animals
• Cat at home in church community
• Reducing chances a dog will bite