Ticks are just plain nasty and they are out right now looking for a meal. Posted on May 2, 2013 by Howard Russell, MSU Diagnostic Services, Department of Plant, Soil and Microbial Sciences Despite our coldish, wet, spring weather, tick season appears to be getting under way. The most commonly encountered tick species are the

Every dog that comes to Cascades Humane Society is tested for heartworm disease. CHS currently has four dogs that have tested positive. Heartworm is a parasite that gets into a dog through the bite of an infected mosquito. Once a dog is bitten by an infected mosquito, it takes about 7 months for the larvae

Palette Up in Jackson is holding a benefit painting class to raise funds for the Cascades Humane Society. The event “Paint A Canvas for Paws” will be held at Gene Davis & Sons Catering, 3575 Francis Street on April 29 at 6:00 p.m. Experience an unforgettable evening creating your own original painting. Come socialize, paint

Spring has sprung, and with the change of season, our thoughts inevitably turn to spring cleaning and much-needed home improvement projects. But the new balmy weather can prove not-so-sunny for curious pets—or their unwitting parents. Before you embark on seasonal chores or outdoor revelry, take inventory of potential springtime hazards for your delicate, furry friend.

Thank you to the Jackson Beard & Moustache Club for donating the proceeds from their Beard and Mustache contest and raffle to CHS! The event was a huge success and we were so happy to be a part of it! Thank you!!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the Photo Contest a huge success this year. We raised $20,932!!! The votes were coming in up to the final moment. Below you see the final votes. If your pet didn’t make the top 11, don’t worry, all the pets will be featured in the calendar. Again, thank