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Local animal rescue marks decade of saving pets in need
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (191+ words) For more than a decade, a Broken Arrow'based animal rescue has been giving second chances to pets that often need them most. Founder and Director Jamie Cope says BARC's mission stands out because of its willingness to take on more…...
Tulsa Zoo celebrates rare natural birth of Asian giant toads
21+ hour, 7+ min ago (457+ words) Some very small animals are making big national news at the Tulsa Zoo. The zoo recently welcomed hundreds of Asian giant toadlets after successfully breeding the species without the use of hormones. "This is the first documented time in North…...
Tulsa therapy dog turns painful past into purpose for students
6+ day, 18+ hour ago (324+ words) At Town and Country School in Tulsa, there's a staff member who roams the halls each day, accepting treats and belly rubs from students. Her name is Sterling. Sterling is a rescue dog adopted by Kathy Roark, the school's technology…...
Skiatook animal rescue hosts puppy bowl adoption event ahead of Super Bowl
2+ week, 20+ hour ago (504+ words) As football fans prepare for Super Bowl Sunday, a local animal rescue is offering a different kind of game day tradition. Skiatook Paws and Claws Animal Rescue will host its annual Puppy Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 8, from noon to 4 p.m., giving…...
Tulsa Animal Services over capacity after winter storm, urging fosters and adopters ahead of new cold snap
2+ week, 6+ day ago (370+ words) Tulsa Animal Services says it is over capacity after taking in several surrendered dogs during last week's winter storm and is now urging people to foster or adopt as another cold snap moves in Friday and Saturday. Ashley Dwyer regularly…...
Outdoor Adventures with Tess: One Squirrel's perfect hideaway
3+ week, 5+ hour ago (70+ words) Tess Maune, born and raised in El Reno, Oklahoma, joined News On 6 in March 2012. She's an anchor and reporter for 6in the Morning and is also the News On 6's outdoor and wildlife reporter. Outdoor Adventures with Tess: One Squirrel's perfect…...
Tulsa Animal Services warns of strict enforcement as cold puts pets at risk
3+ week, 6+ day ago (289+ words) Tulsa Animal Services is warning pet owners that dangerous cold can be life-threatening for animals. They say enforcement of the city's winter shelter ordinance will be strict during the upcoming storm. Under Tulsa ordinance, pet owners are required to provide…...
Goats help restore habitat at Turkey Mountain
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (356+ words) River Parks Authority is turning to an unexpected - and eco-friendly - solution to manage brush in hard-to-reach areas at Turkey Mountain: goats. The animals, provided by Green Collar Goats in Tulsa, are being used to clear invasive plant species as part…...
Local nonprofit rescues dozens of dogs from Washington County hoarding case - Newson6.com
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (284+ words) In December, the Oklahoma Alliance for Animals rescued dozens of dogs and cats from an animal hoarding case in Washington County. Now, rescuers are asking for the community's help. On Dec. 3, 2025, dozens of dogs and cats were rescued from a…...
Pet of the Week: Mochi - Newson6.com
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (65+ words) Pet of the Week: Mochi'News On 6 Pet of the Week: Mochi Mochi is a 1-year-old Great Pyrenees Dachshund mix. She has a great personality and would be a great family dog and would do best with a backyard and maybe a…...