Dog film screening falls short of setting world record

It looks like a Middlebury-based attempt this past Saturday to score a world record for the number or dogs to attend a film screening failed by around 10 pooches. But organizers of the effort — related to the Middlebury premier of local filmmaker Andy Mitchell’s new documentary, “Inside the Mind of a Dog” — continue to pore over video to see if their initial count of 210 pooches might have been understated.

Bristol dog rescue looks to grow after first year

It’s been a busy year for Nichole Bachand-Bartlett and Krystal Turnbaugh. The county residents last summer co-founded Pawsitive Connection, a Bristol nonprofit that rescues and rehomes vulnerable pups from Vermont and other states.

How to register so you can see the dog movie

If you’d like your dog(s) to attend the Aug. 10 screening of the new documentary “Inside the Mind of a Dog” at Middlebury’s Memorial Sports Center, then read this story.

Local filmmaker puts dogs on Netflix

On Saturday, Aug. 10, humans will take a backseat to their best friends at Middlebury’s Memorial Sports Center, where dogs will scamper down a red carpet for the screening of a pooch-related documentary called “Inside the Mind of a Dog,” directed by local … (read more)

Doggie daycare to open in Middlebury

Brett Pollinger is launching a second Woof Pack doggy daycare and boarding center in Middlebury, in the former Vermont Field Sports building.

Letter to the editor: Deadly fungal infection poses serious threat to dogs

Blastomycosis, a rare, deadly fungal infection in dogs has been found in Addison and Chittenden counties. Our dog has it and his life is in the balance. 

Pet spotlight: Come meet Bella!

Bella is a sweet 10-year-old, 68-pound senior. She loves her toys and all the yummy treats!

Trio opens dog rescue in Bristol

County residents Nichole Bachand-Bartlett, Krystal Turnbaugh and Talena Jestice have each spent the past several years helping vulnerable animals in need of care or a loving home.

Letter to the editor: Hit and run exemplifies lack of care for others

On Feb. 3, 2023, I experienced an extremely traumatic and tragic situation; my dog was hit and run, left in a pool of her own blood, unable to cry for help.

Clippings: Sneaky pup has a new hobby

“Hello, my name is Amie, and I have a sock problem.”

Keep your pooch safe in your moving car

The sobering fact of how dangerous it is to have a loose dog in the car made me think about how if we really consider our dogs members of our family, why do we regularly and joyfully put them in danger and increase our chances of distracted driving?

Pet tribute: Simon Martineit of East Middlebury

He freely gave his unconditional love to his adopted family and asked for nothing except to be let out when he had to go.

Local film screening benefits Homeward Bound

“Rescued by Ruby” will screen in Middlebury on Wednesday, April 26, 1, 4 and 7 p.m., at the Marquis Theater. Join Homeward Bound for this family-friendly, inspiring movie.

Pet spotlight: Louise

Louise came to the shelter as a stray. She is a 2-year-old who loves playing with squeaky toys and balls.

Pet of the Week: Blue

She has quickly made it known here who is in charge in our new Bristol neighborhood.

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