Tag: dogs

  • Fire damages Citrus Heights home; two dogs rescued

    Metro Fire citrus heights home on schooner way
    A photo from Metro Fire showing damage to the Citrus Heights home, Tuesday.

    A residential fire blazed through a Citrus Heights home near Tupelo Drive Tuesday morning, with Sacramento Metro Fire reporting the rescue of two dogs from the fire.

    Fire crews reported seeing heavy flames and smoke upon arrival to the 7100 block of Schooner Way just after 8:40 a.m., with Metro Fire stating the blaze had been “knocked down” by 9:07 a.m.

    A photo posted on the fire district’s Twitter account showed heavy damage to the home, with plumes of smoke drifting from charred remains of what once was the roof of the garage.

    [Also on The Sentinel: Attic fire ravages home across from Citrus Heights fire station]

    No one was reported injured in Tuesday’s blaze, according to Metro Fire, and the Red Cross is assisting the displaced family.

    The cause of the fire has not yet been released.

  • Pet-a-Palooza event coming to Rusch Park

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    animals_dog_jump_smA pet-friendly “Pet-a-Palooza” event this Saturday is promising “nonstop action for you and your dog,” with obstacle courses, doggy treats, a “splash” area, and a K-9 demonstration by the Citrus Heights Police Department.

    The event will also have on-site food and a beer garden, along with vendor areas for local pet stores, veterinarians, and rescue groups. Cats and dogs will also be available for adoption.

    Pet-a-Palooza promises to be kid-friendly as well, with a special area for inflatable jump houses, slides, face painting and a rock wall – ensuring fun for the whole family.

    Live music will be performed by Gavin DeGraw, Ryan Star, and the American pop rock band, Parachute. VIP tickets are available, which include a “meet and mingle” with Ryan Star.

    Organizers are reminding pet owners to have current licenses and vaccinations, and will be requiring leashes for all pets.