Susan Moses

1 month ago | wkyc.com | Susan Moses

CLEVELAND — As the weather warms and dogs spend more time outside — on walks, patios, and in parks — veterinarians are warning pet parents about a dangerous virus spreading fast: canine parvovirus. Recently, a shelter outside St. Louis temporarily shut down due to what's being called the worst parvo outbreak in the area's history. Similar closures were reported at shelters in Idaho, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

1 month ago | wkyc.com | Susan Moses

CLEVELAND — At the Cleveland Sight Center, Gabriella Drago rarely stays in one place for long. As the center's leisure and lifestyles manager, she spends her days planning experiences that bring joy and connection to clients who are blind or have low vision. "We do classes here that could be like art classes, music classes, exercise, yoga," she explains. That work extends beyond the walls of the Sight Center.

2 months ago | wkyc.com | Susan Moses

CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio — At Cleveland’s City Dogs there is no shortage of wagging tails and wiggly butts. There are plenty of happy pups ready for new homes. Their good health is thanks -- in part -- to a dedicated and caring community. "The majority of our donations go to provide medical needs for the dogs. Every dog that comes into the building is put on monthly preventatives," Michelle deBock explained. Sometimes its major surgeries too, which can send costs skyrocketing.

2 months ago | wkyc.com | Susan Moses

WESTLAKE, Ohio — Like a lot of kids growing up, Ben Lavelle tried his hand at many sports, but his foot, led the way. "I'd always been like pretty good at kicking a ball from kickball recess and it kind of just came from that's how that all started." A start propelling him to the St. Edward High School football team, with two state championships, All-Ohio first-team punter and placekicker honors, and interest from Division I colleges. In the end, Ben's choice was the University of Dayton.

2 months ago | wkyc.com | Susan Moses

NEW ALBANY, Ohio — On Ready Pet GO! we often share stories about Canine Companions. Since 1975, the national non-profit organization has provided professionally trained service dogs — at no cost — to people with disabilities. That includes adults and children with physical or cognitive challenges, as well as veterans living with PTSD. It's all thanks to the staff, the volunteers and donors, who believe that money should not be a barrier to independence.