Tales to tails: Santa Barbara Public Library offers paw-some reading program
Kids just learning to read, practicing their reading skills, or simply wanting an audience can visit Smith– the therapy golden retriever.…
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Woods Humane Society offers half-off adoptions in San Luis Obispo
The reason for this promotion is to help as many animals as possible to find their forever homes, but also to bring in new animals.…
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Showcase your pups with the Woods Humane Society Pets of the Year Calendar Contest
Between September 1-30, Humane invites the community to share their pet’s photos and stories with the world for a chance to be featured in the 2024…
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Dog days of Summer pose increased risk to pets
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif.— Scorching hot temperatures pose a huge risk to our four legged furry friends. Panting, excessive thirst, difficulty…
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Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network: Saving the California Condor
The Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network and the Santa Barbara Zoo are bringing awareness to an endangered species.…
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Zoofari Ball celebrates 60 years of excellence at the Santa Barbara Zoo
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The Zoofari Ball sold out on Saturday night in Santa Barbara. Organizers said 800 people dressed in elegant clothing that…
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Dolphins on the run keep up with the Condor Express on a regular basis in the coastal waters
Swift moving dolphins keep up with the Condor Express off shore. They are a regular sighting in the Santa Barbara…
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UCSB unleashes research on COVID-sniffing dogs
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— Dogs are considered man’s best friend, but can these furry companions also be man’s best doctor? We spoke to UCSB…
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Raj, the red Panda, captivates visitors at Santa Barbara Zoo
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— What’s black and white and red all over? Meet Raj, the red panda. Known for its reddish-brown fur, bushy tail, and…
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Meet Santa Barbara Zoo’s newest addition: Raj the red panda
Since his arrival, Raj has been acclimating behind the scenes while his habitat underwent renovations to become his new home that he now shares with…
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Double dog donations: Woods Humane Society doubles August donations
Woods Humane Society announced a month-long match fundraiser challenge throughout August.…
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Bronco busters ride high at Fiesta Rodeo
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The Fiesta Stock Horse Show and Rodeo has been selling out. It is a major effort of put on the rodeo with cowboys and bronco…
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The 2023 California Mid-State Fair by the numbers and official competition winners
The 77th annual California Mid-State Fair has completed its 12-day run with its “Shake, Rattle, and Roll”…
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500 horses coming in to Santa Barbara from throughout the county for El Desfile Historico
About 500 horses will be in the Old Spanish Days El Desfile Historico. The parade will be along Cabrillo Blvd. at noon…
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Old Spanish Days Stock Horse Show features competitors of all ages, including a three-year-old
It is the 99th anniversary of the Old Spanish Days Stock Horse Show and…
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Dog Days of Summer not necessarily pet friendly
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Astronomers have said “The Dog Days of Summer” refer to the hottest days in late July and early August when Sirius known as the…
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Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network: Environmental leader to discuss P-22 and world’s largest wildlife crossing construction in Los Angeles
The iconic cougar known as P-22 changed the world and ensured a future for mountain lions in the Santa Monica…
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Local senior dogs receive life-changing grrrant
Anything is paw-sible as local senior pups receive a life-saving…
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Jumps go up at Earl Warren Showgrounds
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Horse show rings are full of jumps at the Earl Warren Showgrounds this weekend. It is the second and final weekend of the 103rd…
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Agriculture students look to cash in as Santa Barbara County Fair begins two-day livestock auction
With the Junior Livestock Show at the Santa Barbara County Fair now winding down, agriculture students are hoping to cash in and earn some big bucks…
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