Animals
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It’s spring and it seems everyone is enjoying the sunshine, even snakes. A Rancho Peñasquitos couple found a red diamond rattler in their backyard Monday evening and called County Animal Services for help. Animal Control Officer Joni Palumbo responded to the call. She’s handled snake calls before but never with a snake this large. The […]
Public Safety
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Six probation youth, including former gang members, are putting themselves on a path to a brighter future with a new Life Skills program that exposes them to positive options and helps them prepare for a successful transition back into the community. The program is offered to high risk youth ages 16 to 19 by San […]
Health
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In an effort to raise awareness about mental health challenges in the region, the County Health and Human Services Agency and the National Alliance on Mental Illness are sponsoring the 2017 NAMI San Diego 5K Walk/Run and HHSA Wellness Expo.
Animals
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If you own pets, you know that their care is a 24 hour, seven day a week job. Now multiply that by thousands of animals a year of every type and variety. Now that’s a job.
Animals
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An anonymous donor has given County Animal Services’ Spirit Fund more than $101,000, an amount that will help dozens more sick and injured animals get the specialized medical care they need to lead healthy lives in new adoptive homes.
Animals
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Rico Suave tries to live up to his name by being a cool cat but the truth is he’s the cuddliest guy here.
Animals
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What better way to enjoy spring than to get outside? And who better to keep you company than a loyal four-footed friend?