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KLBK’s Pet of the Day is Nubs! (7/21/26)

Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Haleigh Hinojosa, EverythingLubbock Local · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read

KLBK's Pet of Day segments air Monday through Thursday during our noon newscast.

Why this matters in The Lubbock

The daily Pet of the Day segment on KLBK, featuring animals like Nubs, brings attention to the many pets in the Lubbock area waiting for a forever home. As a community surrounded by the larger Lubbock metro, residents of the smaller incorporated city of Lubbock have a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these animals. The Lubbock Independent School District's presence in the area also means that local students and families may be inspired by these segments to get involved in animal welfare efforts. By showcasing pets like Nubs, KLBK's noon newscast provides a valuable service to the community, potentially leading to more adoptions and a stronger sense of compassion and responsibility among local residents. As the segment continues to air Monday through Thursday, it will be interesting to see how the community responds and whether it leads to an increase in pet adoptions in the Lubbock area.

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Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: EverythingLubbock Local · Reading time: 1 min

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KLBK’s Pet of the Day is Nubs! (7/21/26)

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KLBK’s Pet of the Day is Nubs! (7/21/26)

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