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 has a furry friend in the quarterfinals of the America’s Favorite Pet contest — Beetlejuice! — and 

you can vote for him every day up until April 4

Trash Cat Rescue says that the prize would help them fund approximately 100 spay and neuter surgeries, vaccinations for 1,400 cats, 15 to 20 dental surgeries, three virus treatments, and more.

“Beetie defies expectations, proving a toothless smile CAN light up a room,” his foster parent Shaina wrote. “I found him in June and he was basically knocking on death’s door but had the sweetest personality. He loves to cuddle, play wrestle, and gets the zoomies a lot for an old man.”

Today is the last day to vote in the quarterfinals. Then, Beetlejuice will move onto the next round and need more of your votes!

Vote for Beetlejuice!

Vote for him every day up until April 4 to help Trash Cat Rescue win $10,000.

Vote for the Pittsburgh Cat ‘Beetlejuice’ in America’s Favorite Pet Contest

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Help Your Neighbors

Do you love your pet and supporting Pittsburgh businesses? Here are some local shops that have everything you need to 

If you have a lizard or bird, this shop on 

 is for you. They also carry supplies for cats and dogs too!

 Sara’s Pets and Plants shares a space with the exotic pet rescue 

Stop in to see the store’s permanent residents: Burt the bearded dragon, Mildred the alligator, Princess Peach the chicken, Petey the African gray parrot, Ruby the eclectus parrot, and Large Marge the 10-foot red-tailed boa.

 is dedicated to your four-legged friends, with more than 25 years of experience in the pet biz. You can find food, treats, leashes, toys, and more supplies.

Find nutritious foods and treats, grooming supplies, and toys at the independent shop on E. Ohio Street in East Allegheny on the North Side. Every year, Wagsburgh hosts free photo 

 has a wide selection of healthy and natural foods, treats, and supplies for dogs and cats. The name comes from the word “pedagogy,” the art or profession of teaching, because the shop owners love learning about the best products for your furry friends.

Does your pet have wings? Find everything your flying friend needs at the family and veteran-owned 

 in Millvale. Plus, if you’re going away, you can board your bird there, too!

🎧 Plan the Perfect Day With Your Pittsburgh Pup

Do you love your pet and supporting Pittsburgh businesses? Here are some local shops that have everything you need to feed, care, and play.

Pittsburgh’s Best Locally-Owned Pet Stores

Find the best of everything that Pittsburgh has to offer.

Pittsburgh’s Best

Pittsburgh's Best

There’s a difference between spaces that 

 our best pals and the ones who are truly dog friendly. Pet expert Tori Mistick of 

 joined us on the City Cast Pittsburgh podcast to share how to have the pawwwfect Pittsburgh day — plus the rules for her patented four-paw rating system.

Just like you would for a kid, bring a bag filled with necessities: water and a portable bowl, snacks, and toys. Check out 

. The North Side pet supply store carries healthy treats and even dog biscotti from 

Breweries are great for doggie dates, and we’re lucky to have so many in Pittsburgh. Mistick developed a 🐾four-paw rating system for what brew spots are best.

🐾 Your dog is allowed but has to be outside.

🐾🐾 You can order a beer while holding your dog’s leash.

🐾🐾🐾 There’s a place for your dog to sit that isn’t gravel.

🐾🐾🐾🐾 There’s a lot of open space for your dog to run around.

 in East Allegheny (they have dog treats behind the counter!). 

 in Millvale gets three paws because there are “sometimes more dogs than people.”

If you’re not a beer drinker, Mistick suggests checking out 

Mistick says it’s important to have manners if we want Pittsburgh to become more dog friendly because “one person can ruin it for everyone else.” This includes recognizing that some people don’t feel safe around dogs and keeping yours on a leash. “When I go out, I bring a towel or mat, and I’ve trained my dogs to go to their ‘place.’”

Take your pup’s needs into consideration too. “Get in tune with your dog,” Mistick says. “If they are barking or pulling, then they’re probably not having a great time, and it's time to go home.”

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Vote for the Pittsburgh Cat ‘Beetlejuice’ in America’s Favorite Pet Contest

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