While Dog Bite Prevention Week is over, I must share this story, which happened today. We take Luke for walks every morning. We aim to socialize him and make him comfortable in as many situations as possible. We also take Luke on playdates, go to doggy school, and work with trainers. Sometimes things don’t go […]
I find it hard to accept that one in three dogs will develop cancer. This statistic feels incredibly high. Recently, I’ve watched friends, coworkers, and family members lose their beloved dogs to cancer, and this harsh reality has deeply affected me. Why is this happening to our fur babies? I really don’t have an answer.
We all know that the American Humane Societies and Shelter systems are overloaded. On the fourth Tuesday of February, we honor World Spay Day by focusing on awareness and knowledge. **Why is Spay Day Important?** Increase awareness about the significance of spaying and neutering. This helps mitigate the pet overpopulation crisis in our country. It
How can we protect our pets and family from cancer and other illnesses? We are often advised to maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, monitor our bodies for changes, and schedule routine check-ups. Adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle equips our bodies with the tools to fight illnesses and strengthens our
Reflecting on 2024, I realize it was a very challenging year for me. It would be easy to focus on the difficulties and negatives. The morning of New Year’s Eve, 2024 hit us one more time; my husband Brad was on his way to work when he hit black ice, causing him to lose control
As the holiday season approaches, please keep in mind that dogs are a 10 to 15 year commitment. While a new pet can be a wonderful addition to your family, it’s important to remember that animals are living beings that require your time and energy throughout their entire lives. Sometimes, we assume that every dog
I was raised in a small town in northern New Hampshire, where we would visit the local animal shelter to adopt our family dogs. Unfortunately, shelters are often overwhelmed with cats and dogs. While they strive to take in and protect as many animals as possible in need of refuge, it is simply not feasible
Meet Brooks: Brooks is an affectionate and playful Husky-Lab mix who is eagerly searching for his forever home. With his striking features and friendly personality, he captures the hearts of everyone who meets him. Brooks resides at Riverside Rescue in Lunenburg, VT, where he is being cared for by a dedicated team who adore him.
Yesterday, a friend asked me how we can highlight the underdogs. Starting this week, I will highlight a local dog in a shelter searching for their forever home. I was scrolling around this morning looking for our first highlight, and I found Callie on the first site. I continued to look. Guess who was among
