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The scammers have reportedly been placing flyers on vehicles throughout the region, including earlier this week in Cambridge, indicating that eight-week toy poodle puppies – fully vaccinated and registered with all documents – were listed for sale for $1,000. It has been determined that dogs are not being sold through the listed phone number and that this is an attempt to extort people.

Two mating seasons occur per year for squirrels, one in late January or February and another in late May or June. Following a 44-day gestation, the first litter of three to five young is born in March or early April, and the second in August or September.

The Cambridge Animal Commission WANTS to remind you that leaving a pet inside a parked car is the most common cause of deadly heat stroke.

Evidence suggests that Avian Flu (HPAI-H5N1) is widespread in Massachusetts and is likely present even in areas where there has not been a confirmed positive case.

Coyotes are common throughout North America, including in urban areas, and have been regularly observed throughout Cambridge. They can thrive close to humans in a variety of habitats.

A Cambridge rabies vaccination clinic for dogs only will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 9:00-11:00 a.m., behind the Department of Public Works at 147 Hampshire Street. Cost is $15 per dog. Cash or checks only will be accepted.