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Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom

Mark your calendars!

Check out this summer event at the Sacramento Public Library, North Natomas location.

Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom: For kids ages 5-12. Python Ron presents a learning experience about the world of reptiles. Kids will observe, touch, and have the opportunity to hold reptiles of various colors and sizes.

Thursday, July 21st * 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

North Natomas
4660 Via Ingoglia
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916)264-2700

Mourning Doves build nest at construction site

Mourning Doves build nest at construction site

A pair of Mourning Doves that built a nest on a ladder at Mutual Housing at the Highlands briefly halted construction. 

Heather Fleming, Sunseri Construction Project Engineer, took the photo and the area was roped off until the young fledged.

Despite the delay, the new development in North Highlands will be completed on schedule in August.

Sacramento|Yolo Mutual Housing Association communities have 2,600 residents, half of whom are children.

Contributor of the Month: SPCA

Contributor of the Month: SPCA

Baby gates are attached to the doorframes of the different offices at the SPCA.

“We all get to bring our dogs to work, which is really great,” SPCA Director of Public Relations Lesley Kirrene said. “It’s beneficial and it keeps you mellow, kinda keeps you down to earth … It’s a great place to work, it’s really a lot of fun.”

The SPCA is a local non-profit organization that took care of over 13,500 animals in 2010. And that is just the tip of the iceberg. In addition to the taking care of the animals, the SPCA holds different programs, organizes a spay and neuter clinic, places animals in homes and hosts multiple fundraising events throughout the year.

PHOTOS: Inside the SPCA

Kirrene’s job is to make sure the public knows about the SPCA’s different programs.

Should all police dogs wear bullet-proof vests?

Should all police dogs wear bullet-proof vests?

Thor, a police dog at the Antioch K-9 unit, received a bullet-proof vest on Tuesday along with the 3 other dogs.  K-9 Thor was shot by a suspect last summer and survived. You can see his bullet wound in the photo.

There are a new vest design that is custom-fit for each dog and allows them to move with greater freedom and mobility than the old-style bullet-proof vests. 

Do you think the new vests will help our furry 4-legged officers? Should Sacramento area dogs be protected in the same way?

Where oh where has this little doggie gone?

Where oh where has this little doggie gone?

Moses the Scenthound was hot on the trail of this missing Yorkie mix last night in Natomas area. She is dearly missed by her owners and so far not a word of her whereabouts. The owners are offering a reward - $500 or a new purebred Yorkie Puppy. This is a wonderful reward as Yorkies can so easily capture ones heart. If you have seen this dog or know of its whereabouts - email me - Linda's Tracking Hounds - Sacramento's Pet Detective at linda.callaway@yahoo.com

Let's help bring this sweet baby home.

Registration open for Fun Run/Walk to benefit local pets in need

Registration open for Fun Run/Walk to benefit local pets in need

Banfield Pet Hospital® associates and area pet lovers are donating their time and resources to host a fun 1k/5k run/walk on Sunday, May 1st at the Folsom Lake State Recreational Area at 9 a.m. Participants and their pets can enjoy prizes, refreshments, vendor booths and connect with fellow pet lovers  to support local pets in need. Dogs are welcome to attend but must remain on a leash and be up-to-date on their rabies vaccine.

Proceeds support the Banfield Charitable Trust (BCT), a public charity.   BCT will use the funds to award grants to support local pet related charities in the greater Sacramento area.

Registration is now open. Interested participants are encouraged to secure a spot today.  Team registrations are also available.

When: Sunday, May 1 at 9 a.m.

Is your pet cuter than this?

Is your pet cuter than this?

News10 viewer Carrie sent in her photo of Shmoopy. This is her son's cat that they rescued from a neighbor who was about to abandon the kittens.

Think your pet is cuter? Send us a photo and the name of your community to writer@news10.net and we'll feature your furry family member!