Pike Pet Pals

10/06/2025

THE POUND IS AT CAPACITY AND WE NEED TO FIND NEW HOMES AND RESCUES FOR THE POUND DOGS! Here are the available dogs at the Pike County Dog Pound. Please share our dogs so we can help them find new homes. Adoption fee is $50. This includes 5 in 1 vaccine, rabies vaccine, worming and flea and tick treatment. Free spay or neuter after adoption. Please send us a PM to set up an appointment to adopt.

10/05/2025

One of my favorite dogs at the pound! She is smart, lovable and very playful! Make an appointment today to make her part of your family!

10/05/2025

Found dogs on Dutch Run Road in Pike County, Ohio

10/05/2025

10/04/2025

RETURNED HOME
Missing dog on St Rt 124 near the Corner Market in Latham, Ohio

10/02/2025

Found dog on St Rt 23 in Piketon, Ohio

10/02/2025

Found dog on St Rt 335 South in Pike County, Ohio

10/02/2025

Me either, Jane.....
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10/01/2025

A few weeks ago, I posted about needing another printer at the pound. Multiple people had tried to fix it but it was beyond repair. It was a big ask but I placed it on our wishlist. One of our adopters contacted us and let us know she was going to get it for us. Today, I set it up so we are up and running. Things like printers are not what alot of people think about when it comes to the pound but I am so thankful for the help!

10/01/2025

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Heads up! You may see these green, brown, or black pod-like balls on the ground in your neighborhood at this time of the year. They are nuts from black walnut trees. The picture shows black walnuts in various sizes and stages of maturity and decay. Every part of a black walnut tree (nuts, shells, leaves, and wood) is highly toxic to dogs. The initial symptoms of black walnut poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and loss of appetite, followed by tremors, seizures, and jaundice. The toxins in black walnut trees can be fatal to dogs if not treated promptly. Do not attempt to use any home remedies if your dog has ingested black walnut. Time is of the essence--get your dog to a vet immediately. (More info in the comments.)

10/01/2025

Stay safe and be aware gow it may affect your pets. Halloween can be very scary for dogs.
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So many great organizations are having Trunk or Treat events this year- Enjoy these free events for the whole family!

October 4th- Pike Lake's Harvest Moon Festival- 2:00-3:00 pm
October 11th- Gleason's - 12:00 - 2:00 pm
October 18th- Scioto Township Fire Dept. - 4:00 pm
October 21st- First National Bank- 5:00-6:30 pm
October 21st- Piketon Pavilion- 5:30 - 7:00 pm
October 28th- Pike County Fairgrounds- 5:00 - 8:00 pm
October 28th- Eastern Elementary School- 5:00 - 7:00 pm
October 29th- New Covenant Church- 7:00 pm
October 31st- Village of Piketon- 5:00 - 6:30 pm
October 31st- Village of Waverly- 5:30 - 6:45 pm

Please note this may not reflect all October events in the county- we apologize if we missed you!

10/01/2025

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Veterinary Telemedicine is Now Legal in Ohio

As of September 30, 2025, veterinary telemedicine is officially legal in the State of Ohio. This marks a major step forward in making veterinary care more accessible, affordable, and less stressful for pets and their owners.
For the first time, Ohio veterinarians can establish a Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR) through virtual means. This means licensed Ohio veterinarians (and those licensed in Ohio but practicing elsewhere) can provide care, give medical advice, and prescribe most medications without requiring an in-person visit first

What Pet Owners Should Know

Ask your veterinarian if they are set up to provide telemedicine services. Not every practice may be ready on day one.

Telemedicine can save time and money for pet owners while reducing stress for pets that dislike travel or vet visits.

Informed consent is required. Veterinarians must explain how telemedicine works, provide their license number, and document your consent.

Records of your telehealth visit must be provided in writing or electronically.

Important Restrictions

Controlled substances cannot be prescribed through telemedicine (per both Ohio and federal law).

For other medications, vets may prescribe up to 14 days, with one additional 14-day refill if another telehealth visit occurs. Further refills require an in-person exam

Livestock exception: Telemedicine cannot be used to establish a VCPR for livestock raised for human food. Those cases require an in-person relationship first, though tele-advice is permitted.

Why This Matters

This law helps pet owners who face financial, geographic, or time barriers to getting care for their animals. It ensures that Ohio’s veterinarians can use modern tools to better serve the community.

United Pet Fund encourages all pet owners and rescue/shelter leaders to talk with their veterinarians about this new option. The more it is adopted, the more animals will benefit from timely, professional care.