pets
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Schedule set for Homeward Bound rabies, microchip clinics
Dogs and cats can receive microchips and rabies vaccinations at Homeward Bound on Feb. 8, March 9 and April 18.
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Year in Review: Pets of 2025!
Homeward Bound tallied their incredible work in 2025 — wow!
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New state division brings optimism for animal welfare advocates
Local animal welfare advocates are optimistic about how a new division within the Vermont Department of Public Safety could help address and prevent cases of animal cruelty in…
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State applies restrictions to pet turtle sales
Under Vermont’s newly-passed Act 47 of 2025 the sale of pond slider turtles, which includes the popular red-eared slider, is subject to new restrictions starting July 1.
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Pet-lover takes the helm at Homeward Bound
Karin Page knows what it’s like to care for humans and animals — and hit a target on a horse at full gallop.
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Pet of the Week: Memo
He’s loving, energetic and thoughtful, always making sure everyone is happy and safe before he goes and takes a nap.
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Matthew Dickerson: Walking with Coda — and then without him
Last week we pulled our snowshoes out of storage and took them out into the woods for a walk. We did this partly because we could. We also…
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First pet adopted in 2025: Tinsel
Introducing the first pet adopted from Homeward Bound in 2025!
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Pet tribute: Zion of Middlebury
Zion was a good boy who loved belly rubs, snacks, and flopping down in the center of whatever we were working on (board games, puzzles, cookbooks, keyboards) forcing…
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Pet tributes offer a way to memorialize lost loved ones
Did you know that the Addison Independent is proud to publish “Pet Tributes.” These submissions enable families who lose their beloved pets to share their news with other…
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Community Pet Clinics come to Middlebury to help bridge gaps
A partnership of pet advocates as developed the first ever Community Pet Clinic for Addison County’s transient pet owning population.
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Homeward Bound sets strategic plan
Addison County’s Humane Society is in the process of launching a new three-year strategic plan to maximize shelter operations and services to help the most vulnerable animals.
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Clippings: Loss of pet is loss of strong bond
I have often thought that humans have an innate desire for communion and communication with other creatures.
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Ask a Master Gardener: Plant toxicity and pets
In their book, “How to be your Dog’s Best Friend,” the Monks of New Skete suggest that for many people, dogs and houseplants are the only readily available…
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Affordable spay and neuter services available in Middlebury
Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, is expanding PetFIX, the shelter’s affordable spay/neuter program.
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It’s pet dental health month
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, and the Vermont Veterinary Medical Association wants to remind pet owners that dental disease affects dogs and cats much the same…