FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. – The Fernandina Beach Police Department announced an arrest in connection with the mysterious death of beloved pet sitter Colleen Potts.

On Oct. 24, 73-year-old Potts was sitting on the dog at a house on 13th Street when she was murdered, police said.

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When the police got to the house, the garage door and inner door were wide open and the dogs were loose. Potts was found dead on the couch, according to police.

On December 16, Fernandina Beach police and the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office served search warrants at a home in Fernandina Beach. The results of the search warrants, as well as the additional evidence uncovered during the investigation, led to the arrest of Shawn Lamont Wigham.

Police said Wigham was a local tradesman and was familiar with the area and the residence’s owner.

According to officials, Potts died from a single gunshot wound. They didn’t want to state where she was shot.

Officials also said that Wigham had broken into Pott’s car the night before and that her purse was missing from the home when it was found.

Wigham was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, murder and burglary, according to the FBPD.

According to Fernandina Beach’s assistant chief, Wigham’s previous crime involved the sale and supply of cocaine in Nassau County.

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SANTA ROSA (KPIX 5) – When two North Bay veterinarians volunteer, they save two lives: the person’s life and the life of their pet.

The veterinarians Dr. Kate Kuzminski and Dr. Sarah Reidenbach converted an ambulance into a free veterinary clinic on wheels.

Recently, it offered services outside of The Living Room, a domestic violence sanctuary in Santa Rosa. Kuzminski says the mission is to break the cycle of abuse.

“We know that in households with domestic violence and child abuse, 80 percent also have animal abuse,” she said.

But Reidenbach adds that getting out is not easy.

“Domestic violence survivors – up to 50 percent – are not left at risk if they cannot bring their pets,” she said.

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Pet-friendly shelters require pets to be fully vaccinated and healthy before they are admitted. That’s why the two founded Ruthless Kindness in 2017. The non-profit organization works with around a dozen animal shelters for victims of abuse and the homeless.

Reidenbach and Kuzminski will receive calls around the clock to help with veterinary care and vaccines so a pet can accompany its owner in an animal shelter in search of safety.

“A woman who leaves or tries an abusive situation shouldn’t depend on her dog to be vaccinated,” said Kuzminski.

To date, Ruthless Kindness has helped about 300 pets in Sonoma County, in part through free monthly medical clinics like Dogwood Animal Rescue, which have volunteers who do everything from cutting nails to distributing donations like pet food and beds.

Dogwood volunteer Beth Jackson is amazed at what Kuzminski and Reidenbach have created.

“Not only do you save lives, but you also help people in need they cannot afford,” said Jackson.

One recipient just adopted two kittens and they received free vaccinations and pet food at the mobile clinic before they were all returned to the shelter where she lives.

“I’m just overwhelmed that there are people who are kind enough to give them time,” said Jen, not wanting to use her last name. “It’s a relief because I didn’t know how to get their shots.”

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The co-founders of Ruthless Kindness both have full-time jobs outside of the nonprofit. Reidenbach is the managing director of Sonoma CART, an animal disaster team. Kuzminski is the medical director of guide dogs for the blind.

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“I’m a domestic violence survivor too, so I was able to need help,” Reidenbach said. “Serving the community I belong to is beautiful. I love to be able to do that. “

“It feels rewarding, but it feels like we should,” added Kuzminski.

That’s why this week’s Jefferson Award in the Bay Area goes to Dr. Kate Kuzminski and Dr. Sarah Reidenbach for spreading “Ruthless Friendliness” to people at risk and their pets.

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PHOENIX, April 5, 2021 / PRNewswire / – PetSmart is pleased to open a new store in. to announce San Francisco, California. located at 2675 Geary Blvd, Suite 150. To celebrate, PetSmart is holding a grand opening event throughout the day Saturday April 10th, where pet parents stop by the store and receive a free, pre-packaged goodie bag of items like a pet bandana, pet toys, and t-shirts while supplies last. *

The new store has an area of ​​22,034 square meters and offers pet parents a comprehensive range of pet products. The store also offers useful services such as pet training, adoption services, Doggie Day Camp, PetsHotel, as well as a self-service dog wash station and full-service grooming salon that houses dogs and cats by academically trained, safety-certified stylists who are committed to keeping pets well look and feel good. **

As a recognized, indispensable retailer, PetSmart is committed to the health and safety of pet owners, their pets and employees, and has implemented social distancing measures in stores and face covers are required. To accommodate pet parents who prefer to shop from home, PetSmart is also offering a contactless roadside pick-up service at this new location, so customers can buy and pick up selected items online without leaving their vehicle.

* All opening giveaways are available while stocks last.
** Services are subject to availability. See shop for details.

About PetSmart
PetSmart LLC is the largest pet retailer providing services and solutions for the lifelong needs of pets. At PetSmart, we love pets and believe that pets make us better people. Every day, with every connection, the passionate people at PetSmart help bring pet parents closer to their pets so they can live more fulfilling lives together. This vision influences everything we do for our customers, how we support our employees and how we give back to our communities.

PetSmart operates approximately 1,650 pet stores in The United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, as well as more than 200 in-house PetSmart PetsHotel® dog and cat boarding houses. The retailer offers a wide range of competitively priced pet foods and products, as well as services such as dog training, pet care, boarding, PetSmart Doggie Day Camp and animal adoption.

PetSmart, PetSmart Charities® and PetSmart Charities® from Canada work with nearly 4,000 animal welfare organizations to bring adoptable pets into stores so they have the best possible chance of finding a forever home.

Through this in-store adoption program and other major events, PetSmart has made more than 9 million adoptions possible, more than any other inpatient organization.

Contact:

PetSmart Media Line:
623-587-2177

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SAN FRANCISCO (BCN) – As the fire season begins, animal rescue groups recommend that Bay Area residents involve their furry friends in emergency drills and household evacuation plans.

A good first step is to prepare a stretcher with supplies like linen, medicine, plenty of food, and portable bowls. Without proper transportation equipment, nervous pets can easily get loose when an owner stops to refuel or settles in an unfamiliar area.

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Michelle Hurst, host of community-run California Wildfire Pets rescue site on Facebook, is working to reconnect pets with their owners during the forest fire season, the most common cases she encounters being cats.

To prevent animals from taking off in stressful situations, she recommends that owners put their dogs on a harness or two leashes and put their cats in a stretcher or pillowcase if there is no other option during the evacuation.

“Often times people don’t have their stretcher, so they grab the cat in their arms and try to get from the house to the car,” said Hurst. “The cat freaked out because she can feel that you are upset, your adrenaline levels are going to zero … any sound can freak them out and they’ll scratch you and run away.”

The more practice an animal has in loading it into a truck – or livestock trailer – the less stressful it will be to move it quickly and the less likely it is to run free. Saanen Kerson, vice president of the Napa Community Animal Response Team, recommends practicing the process of moving animals in vehicles to prevent this from happening.

“If you have cats and dogs at home, we recommend just putting them in a box, putting them in the car once a month, just driving them around town, and then taking them home,” said Kerson . “That way, it normalizes the situation for them. They are used to walking in their pet carriers and they just know that dogs and cats do that sometimes. “

For a dog who loves driving, preparing for evacuation can be a breeze, but pets that are older, have an illness, or are more nervous may need some practice.

Training can also increase the chances of success in those worst-case scenarios when people evacuating their homes have to leave animals behind. This is especially true of farm animals, Kerson said. One of the most difficult situations evacuation workers get into is locking up groups of cattle that are not trained to load into trailers.

“When we are called to a site and have to run around a field to catch a horse, we are pressed for time to keep moving and being in the middle of an evacuation is not training time,” said Kerson. “It’s not really the time to teach an animal everything it needs to know about loading trailers.”

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Sometimes, like chickens or feral cats, animals have to stay behind. But they can be safe at home while their owners are evacuated, as long as the room is clear of flammable vegetation and open food and water are available.

During the two evacuations in Napa County last year, Kerson said her team was responsible for screening these animals while the owners continued to stay away.

“We had hundreds of animals out in the field where they were safe. The fire was over and they were fine, but their owners just couldn’t get back in because they were still being evacuated. We also looked after these animals until those evacuation orders were lifted, ”said Kerson.

The final result? “Evacuate early, even if you are not sure if it is necessary at all,” said Kerson. “If you feel unsafe, go. Take your animals, go early, have plans.”

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Pets and pet parents invited to the opening on April 10th

PHOENIX, April 5, 2021 / PRNewswire / – PetSmart is pleased to announce the opening of a new store in San Francisco, California The hotel is located at 2675 Geary Blvd, Suite 150. To celebrate, PetSmart is holding a grand opening event throughout the day Saturday April 10thThis is where pet parents can stop by the store and receive a free, pre-packaged goodie bag filled with items such as a pet headscarf, pet toys, and t-shirts while supplies last. * *

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The new store has an area of ​​22,034 square meters and offers pet parents a full range of pet products. The store also offers useful services such as pet training, adoption services, Doggie Day Camp, PetsHotel, as well as a self-service dog wash station and full-service grooming salon where dogs and cats receive hands-on care from academically trained staff. Safety-certified stylists who are committed to making pets look and feel great. **

As a recognized indispensable retailer, PetSmart is committed to the health and safety of pet parents, their pets and employees and has implemented social distancing measures in stores and face coverings are required. For pet parents who prefer to shop from home, PetSmart also offers a contactless roadside pick-up service at this new location, so customers can buy and pick up selected items online without leaving their vehicle.

* All opening giveaways are available while supplies last.
** Services are subject to availability. Please refer to the store for details.

About PetSmart
PetSmart LLC is the largest retailer of pet living services and solutions. At PetSmart, we love pets, and we believe pets make us better people. Every day, with every connection, the passionate people at PetSmart help bring pet parents closer to their pets so they can live more fulfilling lives together. This vision affects everything we do for our customers, the way we support our employees and the way we give back to our communities.

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PetSmart operates approximately 1,650 pet stores in The United States, Canada and Puerto Ricoplus 200+ PetSmart PetsHotel® dog and cat facilities in store. The retailer offers a wide range of pet food and products at competitive prices, as well as services such as dog training, pet care, animal boarding, PetSmart Doggie Day Camp and animal adoption.

PetSmart, PetSmart Charities® and PetSmart Charities® from Canada Work with nearly 4,000 animal welfare organizations to bring adoptable pets into stores so they have the best possible chance of finding a home forever.

Through this in-store adoption program and other signature events, PetSmart has facilitated more than 9 million adoptions, more than any other inpatient organization.

Contact:

PetSmart Media Line:
623-587-2177

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