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Old City: Animals Go From PAWS to Pethood

June 6, 2016Gabrielle E Vinogradov and

In 2006, the Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association (PACCA) euthanized 90 percent of the animals that were brought to them. In an effort to ratify the high frequency of euthanasia and provide a better alternative,

Brewerytown

Brewerytown: Girard Veterinary Clinic Goes Beyond Routine “Family” Care

March 31, 2016Amber Nicole Connally

The Girard Veterinary Clinic has been treating animals for almost 21 years. Located at 2806 W. Girard Ave., the clinic was one of the first to open in the area and serve the community’s needs, according to owner Dr.

Business

Point Breeze: Owners Say Dogs Ain’t Misbehavin’ After Time at Philly Pack

March 1, 2016Miranda L Greenberg and

Krista Milito and Jeremy Burger met at a dog walking company when they were both dubbed the “go-to” people for misbehaving dogs. Recognizing their gifts for dealing with rowdy canines, the two founded The Philly

Fishtown

Fishtown: PSPCA Turns Art Into Activism

February 29, 2016Brittany R Boston and

Renee Beaucheane is a longtime animal rights activist. In addition to working professionally with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PSPCA) in Fishtown, much of her personal time is devoted to animal-rights-related causes.

Neighborhoods

Passyunk: Animal Lovers Find Pet Friendly Options in South Philadelphia Neighborhood

April 29, 2015

Anyone with a pet will tell you that Fluffy is more than just an animal. They are a member of the family. And just like a new parent is willing to pay more for the

Business

Kensington: Philadelphia Pet Health Center Builds Roots in the Neighborhood

March 13, 2015

The Philadelphia Pet Health Center has gone through plenty of renovations since Michael F. Wilson and his father, Dr. James F. Wilson took over in 2012. Michael Wilson (below), the center’s co-owner, jokingly described it

University City

University City: Project MEOW Helping Control the Stray Cat Population

January 13, 2015

Project MEOW is a nonprofit organization helping to control the stray cat population in West Philadelphia, and it has one very important goal to accomplish: Make Every One Wanted. Founded in 2007 by Beth VanHorn, Debby

Environment

Northern Liberties: Five Places To Pamper Your Pet

October 2, 2014

From the continued renovation of new apartments and residences to the influx of small businesses in Northern Liberties, this up-and-coming Philadelphia neighborhood has a lot going on. Pets play a major role in the community

Feltonville

Feltonville: Headquarters of America’s Second-Oldest Humane Organization

March 4, 2014

https://vimeo.com/87656929 w=500 h=281] Flush alongside Erie Avenue between B and D streets stands the headquarters for one of oldest organizations in the country. The Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, or PSPCA,

Cedar Park

Cedar Park: Private Pet Service Benefits Neighborhood

June 8, 2012

Sharon Wasko never thought of herself as an animal enthusiast until she walked a 150-pound mastiff as a favor for a friend. Wasko was an artist looking for jobs and began accepting more four-legged clients

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