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Mar 8, 2026 ∙ 1 min
Video: IndyHumane sees rising pet adoption rate
Patty Spitler welcomed CEO of IndyHumane, Donna Casamento , and her four-legged friend, Toby, to share some exciting news regarding adoption rates at Indy Humane! “Last year, we had a 36% increase in our adoptions and so many other programs, in edition to our medical,” Casamento said. “We’re doing more enrichment for the animals that are in our care, our volunteerism is going up, like, at a ridiculous amount. We are so happy.” She explained that kitten season is coming up so a lot of kittens...
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Mar 5, 2026 ∙ 1 min
NEW SHOW: A red-tailed hawk, how cats can lower your stress, and is a Sheltie the dog for you?
Patty Spitler presents Pet Pals TV, Saturday at 10:30 a.m. on WISH-TV and streaming here at PetPalsTV.com.
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Feb 6, 2026 ∙ 1 min
Watch Now: Dixie’s positive impact, wildlife rehab, combating pit bull stigma, and introducing kids and dogs
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: Click above to watch! Dixie the Praying Dog , a therapy dog dedicated to helping disabled kids and veterans, is a blue-tipped coonhound who just celebrated her 10th birthday. Patty talks to Dixie’s human, Brian Calvert , about the positive impact she has at events around the country. Listen to her howl! Swipe right on photos for more....
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Jan 24, 2026 ∙ 2 min
WATCH: Runaway goat, reptiles up close, working dogs tribute and what’s the best pet insurance?
Watch Pet Pals TV, Saturday 10:30 a.m. on WISH-TV and streaming at PetPalsTV.com Check national TV listings!
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Jan 18, 2026 ∙ 1 min
Lucci's House Bully Rescue combats stigma against pit bulls
Patty Spitler and News 8 Anchor, Stacy Schooler, were joined by Brandi Craig, Caitlin Haynes, and their rescue dog, Otis, from Lucci’s House Bully Rescue. “He and his siblings came to the rescue,” said Haynes. “They ended up at Indianapolis Animal Care Services, sick with Parvo. Unfortunately, a few of them did not make it.” Lucci’s House Bully Rescue was founded in 2020 in Indianapolis. The organization aims to combat breed discrimination and promote responsible pet ownership. Thanks to...
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Nov 12, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Meet the bat-eared fox - it eats termites for lunch
Check out those ears! The bat-eared fox, known for its large ears and termite diet, is a native of Africa.
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Sep 22, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Big toad gets affectionate with Patty
Will Patty kiss one and find her Prince Charming?
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Sep 22, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Butler is a service dog in training with Canine Companions
Meet Butler, a 10-week-old puppy-in-training and professional good boy!
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Aug 18, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Willie retires from his pet therapy career
Willie , a 13-year-old therapy dog, is retiring from his role at One Pet at a Time , a mobile pet therapy ministry that also uses...
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Aug 15, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Meet new director of Indianapolis Animal Care Services
Patty Spitler introduces us to Amanda Dehoney-Hinkle, who has been appointed as the new director of Indianapolis Animal Care Services...
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Aug 2, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Patty pets a scorpion with Silly Safaris
It’s not every day that Patty gets to pet a scorpion! But is there anything good about this arachnid? Amazon John, from Silly Safaris ,...
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Jul 26, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Geckos are becoming popular pets
Silly Safaris offers educational programs about geckos and other types of animals! They provide opportunities for schools and other...
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Jun 9, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Schipperke dog and trainer make a skillful pair!
Meet a championship dog and his dedicated owner! Dede Freeman, a seasoned rally obedience dog trainer, shows the impressive skills of her...
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Apr 5, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Adopt a Great Dane! Rescue celebrates the spotlight
Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue joined Patty Spitler on WISH-TV's Weekend Daybreak. Their goal is to help neglected, abandoned and...
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Mar 28, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Wiggles the puppy will be a service dog someday, thanks to Canine Companions
Patty Spitler and Brandt Carter brought along Wiggles, a 12-week-old puppy in training, to the WISH-TV studios to educate viewers about...
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Mar 22, 2025 ∙ 1 min
So many kittens - how we can help stray and neigbhorhood cats
Spring has arrived, and with it comes kitten season, a time when many kittens are born and need care. Dawn Benefiel, executive director...
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Feb 13, 2025 ∙ 1 min
Live blog: WISH-TV personality Patty Spitler recovers from knee replacement surgery
Click here for the latest updates on Patty's recovery! I really ‘knee-d’ your good wishes !!!😜❤️. Here's Patty's message before her...
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