Goodness knows that Central Oregonians love their pets. Bend has even been named Dog Town, USA a time or two. In honor of the furry friends who we know and love, we bring you another edition of Central Oregon Pets.

- Erica Durtschi
From funny chicken names to lost stock animals to a quiz that helps you determine if your pet is more like a child, read on for lots of pet-friendly fun!
My Dog is My Child Syndrome - Six ways to know if you’ve been infected
An Uptick in Returned Pets? - Not so much, says local shelter representative
The Sheriff’s Ranch - Lost and neglected animals get a second chance
Central Oregonians and the Chickens Who Love Them - Backyard chickens get some funny names. Some locals shared what they named theirs.
The Companion Animal Medical Project - Local nonprofit provides support for the unhoused and their pets
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