Record turnout as canines ‘put on the dog’ at Halloween Howl

A record 46 canines showed up in their spooky best Saturday at the Edmonds dog park south of Marina Beach to compete for prizes and bragging rights in the annual Halloween Howl sponsored by Off Leash Area Edmonds (OLAE). “We’ve been doing this for years,” commented Diane Buckshnis, who in addition to her role on…

Reminder: 17th annual Halloween Howl Oct. 8

Come join your neighbors and friends along with all their furry friends on Saturday, Oct. 8 for the 17th annual Halloween Howl located at the off-leash dog park at Edmonds’ Marina Beach Park south. The event will run from 11 a.m.-1 pm. The costume judging is at 1 p.m. There will be prizes for best three…

‘Strut your Mutt’ canine parade enchants a special group of seniors

As part of its efforts to engage the community and provide life-enriching experiences for its residents, Cogir Assisted Living of Edmonds sponsored the first annual “Strut Your Mutt” canine parade on Saturday morning. “We’re relatively new in the Edmonds community,” explained Jennifer Angell, Cogir’s community relations director. “We strive to keep our residents happy and…

Strut Your Mutt Pet Parade set for Aug. 27

All are invited to enter the Strut Your Mutt Pet Parade at 10:30 a.m. this Saturday, Aug. 27 at Cogir of Edmonds Assisted Living and Memory Care, 21500 72nd Ave. W., Edmonds. Dress up your dog and walk the red carpet for a chance to win. Panelists include Edmonds Municipal Court’s Whitney Rivera, Edmonds City…

War stories: Edmonds man’s latest efforts to save animals in Ukraine

Call it passion – determination – love. All that – and more – have an Edmonds man back in the war in Ukraine, trying to save injured and abandoned animals. Dan Fine had one goal: To help save displaced and lost animals caught in the fighting. This trip, his second, took him into Ukraine, into…

PAWS Preteen Workshop helps kids learn how to care for animals

Lynnwood’s Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is hosting preteen pop-up workshops every Thursday until August 25. PAWS Preteen Workshops are a community of preteens aged 9-12 dedicated to improving the lives of animals both at the animal shelter and in the community. At these events, attendees will develop a deeper understanding of animal welfare, complete…

Edmonds search and rescue dog Keb moves to semifinals of Hero Dog Awards

Edmonds search and rescue dog Keb has made it into the semifinals of the American Humane Hero Dog Awards, an annual nationwide competition. A yellow labrador retriever, Keb is owned by Edmonds resident Suzanne Elshult, a search and rescue (SAR) dog handler. She also serves as president of Cascadia Search and Rescue, an Edmonds-based not-for-profit organization…

Meadowdale HS Key Club pet drive for PAWS draws donors

The Meadowdale High School Key Club offered thanks to community members for their generous contributions to the March 26 PAWS fundraiser at the high school. “You have helped so many animals, and our local PAWS of Lynnwood sincerely appreciated your donations in service and support,” said Meadowdale Key Club adviser Jenae Kirby.  

Meadowdale HS Key Club, Edmonds Kiwanis hosting PAWS donation event March 26

The Meadowdale High School Key Club and the Edmonds Kiwanis are collecting pet food, treats, comfort and care items Saturday, March 26 to support PAWS of Lynnwood. Donations are invited at the drive-up event, which runs from noon-4 p.m. at the main entrance of Meadowdale High School, 6002 168th St. S.W., Lynnwood. Acceptable items include:…

Cold weather safety advice for pets

Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of bare paws. To help prevent cold weather dangers from affecting your…

A happy ending for rescued kittens found under Edmonds home

“Do you want to see our new babies?” asked Erin Comstock when I wandered into Comstock Jewelers in downtown Edmonds the other day. “New babies?” “Yes, they’re in the back room.” And this is what greeted me! Brian Comstock had heard it first – the odd sound after he parked the car. His wife, Erin,…

Giving Tuesday delivers gift of life as 77 rescue animals arrive at PAWS

Giving Tuesday is the day to remember – and support – the many non-profit organizations that make a difference in our community all year long. PAWS Lynnwood — in partnership with Wings of Rescue and New Beginnings of Merced, California — has added a special twist to this year’s Giving Tuesday as it turned the tables…

Halloween Howl, dog costume contest set for Oct. 2 at Edmonds’ off-leash park

Off-Leash Area Edmonds is hosting its annual Halloween Howl from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. at the off-leash dog park next to Edmonds’ Marina Beach Park. Judging for the dog costume contest begins at 1 p.m. T-shirts and hats will also be for sale. The non-profit Off-Leash Area Edmonds was established to oversee the maintenance of…

Have you seen Shallot, missing from Edmonds?

Shallot is a one-year old Mini Bernedoodle who escaped from a dog sitter on 218th Street Southwest in Edmonds Aug. 29. She was last seen at Doug’s Hyundai on Highway 99. The exact timeline is unclear, but it was likely between 2-2:30 p.m. that day. If you know anything or saw anything, call Kate Lund…

Edmonds coffee shop to host rescued dogs adoption event Sept. 4

If you’re looking for a canine addition to your family, the Haus of Dogs is hosting a pop-up adoption/foster event at Walnut Street Coffee in Edmonds Saturday, Sept. 4. The event will run from 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. It will feature rescue dogs — located in the coffee shop’s front patio area —  who…

Fortuna Law hosting shelter pets toy drive, with $5 off Taste Edmonds tickets

Fortuna Law PLLC will be offering $5 off Taste Edmonds coupons to everyone who contributes to the law firm’s Shelter Pets Toy Drive in the month of August. From Aug. 9-20, Fortuna Law will be collecting toys for rescue animals in Washington state shelters. Beneficiaries of the toy drive will be shelter animals at PAWS,…

Some bunny needs a home

Edmonds resident Jenna Nand reports that a “very adorable and friendly pair of dumped or lost bunnies just showed up in Edmonds,” and she is hoping to find a home for them. “I went out to meet them tonight, they sniffed my fingers and let me stay within a few feet of them,” Nand said…

Teen keeping bearded dragon found at MLT park

Good news for those who have been following the tale of the Lynnwood teen and the bearded dragon (which can be viewed here): No one came forward to claim the exotic animal found recently at the Mountlake Terrace disc golf course, so she gets to keep him. According to Jessica Briarmoon, her daughter Laurissa has…

Missing a bearded dragon? Group finds exotic pet while playing disc golf

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: A group of friends walks into a park to play frisbee golf and finds a live dragon. Lynnwood resident Jessica Briarmoon was playing frisbee golf along with her daughter and a group of friends on June 12 at the Terrace Creek disc golf course in Mountlake Terrace when…

Update: Bug the tortoise is back home

Good news: The Russian tortoise missing in the Westgate area has been found. Westgate neighborhood resident Ann Meyring had been missing her pet tortoise, Bug, since June 2. But on Saturday — more than a week later — Meyring found her by the back door.  

Have you seen this Russian tortoise, missing in the Westgate neighborhood?

If you’ve seen a Russian tortoise on the loose in the Westgate area, chances are it belongs to Edmonds resident Ann Meyring. Meyring’s pet tortoise, named Bug, was last seen eating dandelions in the backyard of her home, located in the 22100 block of 93rd Place West. Shortly after, she disappeared. If you’ve spotted Bug,…

Keep your dogs and cats safe from holiday hazards

  The hoidays can pose particular risks for your pets. Keep them safe with these tips from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine: Stocking stuffers and pet treats If your dog received a stocking full of pet treats, make sure he doesn’t gobble them all up at once, making them hard…