The dog park just got a major tech upgrade! At The Woof Cup 2026, we saw firsthand how wearable tech is fundamentally changing human-pet communication.

Our pets are beloved members of our families, which is why their safety and well-being are always a top priority. However, even the most well-behaved dogs and cats can sometimes wander off, leaving owners worried and unsure of their whereabouts. But modern pet parents want much more than knowing where their pet is at any given moment — they want to talk to them when the house is empty, hear back from them during a thunderstorm, and pick up on the small signs of stress, loneli

Patty Spitler presents Pet Pals TV, Saturday at 10:30 a.m. on WISH-TV and streaming here at PetPalsTV.com. Here's a look at the stories we'll have for you: It’s Indiana’s first outdoor school bus adventure for canines! Indy Pup Bus picks up your dog in a specially designed bus, then heads to private dog parks for structured fun and exercise. Come aboard with Danielle Mitchell and share the adventure! Patty and News 8’s Britt Baker, along with Indiana Canine Assistant Network

Teddy is a sweet boy who needs a new home. My friend’s mother moved into long-term care and cannot take her kitty. This handsome boy is two years old, neutered and has all his shots under the care of The Downtown Veterinarian. He is mild-mannered and affectionate, and does well with other cats. It is not known if he is good with dogs.

Pet Pals TV's Patty Spitler and WISH-TV anchor Gina Glaros were joined by Darcie Kurtz, the executive director of Friends of Indiana Dogs Outside, now called FIDO Indy, to discuss the summer heat and its impact on animals – especially dogs.

Oswald is a young adult blue-gray domestic medium hair. He is affectionate, friendly and gentle. Oswald loves to meow at you for pets and play with his toys, happily accepts belly rubs, and gets so happy rolling around on the cat trees that he falls right off. He also loves to sit in your lap to cuddle.

FIDLOCK is a brand that specializes in designing innovative magnetic fastening systems that seamlessly combine convenience, security, and functionality.

Imagine a creature that combines the cuteness of a teddy bear with the charm of a rabbit, all wrapped up in the size of a terrier. Meet the Ili pika (Ochotona iliensis), a rare animal that has made its home in the Tian Shan mountains of northwestern China.

This weekend, Discovery Meadow in San Jose hosted The Woof Cup, a playful soccer-themed event that brought together dog owners, pet brands, and plenty of four-legged athletes. During the event, GlocalMe also unveiled the PetPhone to attending pet families.

Patty Spitler was joined by News 8’s Pam Elliot and Amazon John and Meerkat Mel from Silly Safaris to learn all about a helpful marsupial. John and Mel joined the show to set the record straight about one commonly misunderstood animal: the opossum. Ticks are spread by rodents and other small mammals. The Safari folks say by keeping the rodent population in check, opossums indirectly help reduce tick exposure. They also eat other insects and pose no threat to chickens, farm an

WISH-TV anchor Hanna Mordoh and Pet Pals TV’s Patty Spitler were joined by Donna Burns and Ollie the therapy dog to talk about what therapy dogs are and the ways that they impact people’s lives. “He visits nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and he can visit hospitals. He can also visit schools and each of the schools and the hospitals have their own set of rules and standards. So he not only has to learn what we’re teaching him, he has to learn from them as well,”

WISH-TV’S Gina Glaros sat down with Tom Dock from Noah’s Animal Hospitals to discuss some recent trends and ways to keep your pets safe in the summer months.

Krissi Williams of Animal Care Alliance joined News 8’s Pam Elliot and “Pet Pals TV” host Patty Spitler to introduce a very special guest: Tortellini, a young Sulcata tortoise native to Africa, but being cared for here in Indiana. Part of Animal Care Alliance's mission is to rehabilitate injured and orphaned wildlife. They also work with animals that cannot be returned to the wild, using them as educational ambassadors — exactly the role Tortellini has taken on.

In May 2026, Jordan's Way surpassed $15 million raised for animal shelters nationwide after visiting more than 2,000 shelters and helping drive over 80,000 adoptions across the United States. While the numbers are astronomical, the work behind it is incredibly more valuable and personal.

Lillie&Lee makes premium wellness products for pets owners that support heart, digestive, immune, joint health, healthy skin/coats, and overall well-being.

Pit bulls are being euthanized because shelters are full. Pamela Terhune, of Grateful Rescue, tells Patty about Project Pit Stop, a plan to build special housing to keep more dogs safe on their journey to forever homes. Pet therapy is an important part of recovery at Eskenazi Health. Meet a cancer patient who was able to better cope with her diagnosis thanks to a friendly little pup named Busy Bee! Barney Wood has the story. Jane Rose, the founder and executive director of th

The world of Indiana broadcast journalism has suffered a profound loss. Steve Sweitzer, Chief Photographer at WISH-TV for many years, passed away May 21, 2026, after a brief illness. He was 76. Steve also was a reporter, editor and videographer for Patty Spitler’s independent shows, “Pet Pals TV” and “Great Day TV,” where he did a popular segment called Steve’s Tech Talk. He was a close friend of Patty’s and many other WISH-TV associates through the years.

When we moved into the new IACS shelter, we wanted to give Wrangler the chance to show us who he really is outside of the stress and chaos. While he’s doing so much better here than he was before, The truth is, Wrangler is still sad. Sad that he’s still waiting. And once you get him outside of his kennel? A completely different dog shines through. Wrangler LOVES to run, romp, and play.

In the weeks following PurrCon's return inside PopCon at the Indiana Convention Center, nearly 5,000 pounds of cat litter donated by Dr. Elsey's is being distributed to approximately 20 foster homes across Central Indiana through the Alliance for Responsible Pet Ownership (ARPO). The distribution addresses one of the more persistent supply challenges facing foster networks: consumable goods that disappear quickly and are rarely the focus of donation drives. "For fosters, litt

We’re thrilled to host the Indy Dog and Disc club dog every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. on our lakeside lawn — and you’re invited to join the fun! Bring your own chairs, your friends and family, and get ready to cheer on some talented pups as they compete in high‑flying frisbee games at American Village.