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Wednesday, March 13, 2013  New York City Jack Russell terrier undergoes surgery to remove $1.11 in pennies he swallowed

Friday, March 08, 2013  Updated with video; Parasites like fleas and ticks are more prevalent in warmer weather.

Sunday, February 10, 2013  Updated with video; The 14 and under girls fastpitch softball team, the Extreme Whippets, held a Corn Hole Classic on Saturday to raise money for a trip to the World Series.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  Updated with video; What dangers does Christmas bring for my pets?

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  Updated with video: Man recants story that Elmo puppeteer Kevin Clash had sex with him as a teenage boy.

Friday, October 19, 2012  Mitchell and Baker County Health Departments hosted a 'Pink Tea' in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Thursday, October 18, 2012  Dogs in Albany will soon have a place to play.

Monday, September 24, 2012  FOX 31 Facebook friends want to know what animals, besides cats and dogs, do local animals shelters take in.

Monday, August 27, 2012  Summer is a time when we see more mosquitoes and for FOX 31’s Facebook story of the day, locals wanted to know whether or not the spray officials use the keep the insects at bay is harmful to pets.

Sunday, August 19, 2012  Updated with video; Tractor Supply hosted animal shelter for it's 2nd annual Pet appreciation week.

Friday, August 17, 2012  Updated with video; In light of the financial crisis in Ben Hill County, officials are implementing a new prescription drugs savings program to help residents save on their medications.

Friday, July 27, 2012  Culture war flares over chicken sandwiches; gay activists, Bible Belt conservatives take sides

Monday, July 16, 2012  Updated with video; Each year Lee County Elementary School holds a one-day event, progressive ag safety day, that teaches children safety lessons that can keep them and those around them safe at home, or out in the community.

Friday, June 29, 2012  The Albany Police department does not advise to break out the car window to get to the animal.

Thursday, May 24, 2012  For FOX 31's Thursday Facebook story of the day people wanted to know if there are any special rules when it comes to traveling with your pet on a plane.