THE DALLES — After a lengthy discussion with local veterinarians on Oct. 27, The Dalles City Council opted to postpone action on its dog control ordinance. Councilors concluded that public feedback, particularly regarding potential client confidentiality issues, necessitated extended time and revision towards a more thoughtful, accurate authorization.

THE GORGE — Pawsitivity Cat Rescue is calling on the community for help after saving more than 45 cats from a severe hoarding situation in the Gorge.

THE DALLES – On June 8, Dog River Pet Supplies, located in Hood River, closed up shop to volunteer at the Columbia Gorge Humane Society, and put a fresh coat of paint to the shelter’s exterior.

WHITE SALMON — From cats to goats, Tina’s Animal Care is the newest licensed and insured pet care business in the Gorge.

HOOD RIVER — Riverside Community Church is going to the dogs. And cats, birds, chickens and guinea pigs.

While on an evening ride of Riverfront Trail last Thursday I witnessed the feeding of a half dozen of the many feral cats that live along the Trail east of Kiwanis Pocket Park and Klindt’s Cove. Dry cat food had been scattered in the gravel at a distance from the feeding site to lure 18 of the resident wild raccoons away so the feral cats could eat from plates and piles of dry and moist cat food undisturbed.

HOOD RIVER — In 1996, former professional snowboarder J.D. Platt was hitchhiking back home from Mount Bachelor when he luckily got a ride. As …