The First Seeing Eye Dog
This guest blog was written by one of our volunteers, Jesse M.
Dogs have been lending a helping paw to man for centuries; however, there was not a demand for “seeing eye dogs” until after World War I. During the…
A Bona Fide Good Dog: The AKC’S Canine Good Citizen Award
In the late 1980’s, the American Kennel Club set out to create a program that could standardize the concept of what makes a “good dog.” They researched the most commonly desired behaviors for dogs and in 1989, launched the Canine…
Read More »10 Truths About Walking Your Dog
Another year; another list of resolutions. You may be eating better, hitting the gym more or doing any number of activities to make a better you in 2013. But what about your dog? January is National Walk-Your-Dog Month, so in…
Read More »10 Things to do for Your Newly Adopted Dog
January 12, 2013 at 9:00:17 am | Posted by John B in Dog Adoption, Dog Behavior, Pet Adoption
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Congratulations if you are one the many families who decided to bring home a new dog over the Holidays! If you are still looking for your perfect pet, dogs can be a wonderful addition to any family. In an effort…
Read More »Housebreaking 102: The Buddy System
This guest blog was written by one of our volunteers, Brittany.
Phoenix is a two-year-old Pomeranian that I adopted after seeing an ad on a local website. He was the product of an unplanned litter and he is definitely the…
Happy New Year! Our Four Legged Friends Share Their Resolutions for 2013
January 01, 2013 at 9:00:13 am | Posted by Jennifer W. in Cat Behavior, Dog Behavior, Just for Fun
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It’s that time again when our crazy owners make resolutions and promises to themselves and others about how to behave better in the New Year, and then celebrate excessively to cement the deal. In an effort to get along and…
Read More »Pet Sitting Tips for a Happy Holiday
December 12, 2012 at 9:00:27 am | Posted by Jennifer S. in Cat Behavior, Dog Behavior, Pet Care
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It’s that time of year, when we go over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house for the holidays! However, sometimes those plans include long drives, airplanes and overnight stays. In some cases, it’s just not feasible to…
Read More »Holiday Gift Guide for Dogs
Wow, where has the time gone? I can’t believe we are once again at the end of the year with the gift giving season upon us! With that being said, I am truly excited to express the love my family…
Read More »Better With Age: Scout’s Adoption Story
November 16, 2012 at 9:00:45 am | Posted by Estelle W. in Dog Adoption, Dog Behavior, Pet Adoption
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There’s no denying that puppies are irresistibly cute. They’re small, rotund, furry, and adorably awkward. They even make cute sounds. But somewhere between puppyhood and adolescence, they begin to exhibit…behaviors. Sleep- depriving, property-damaging behaviors that make you question if all…
Read More »Saving Lives & So Much More: The National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
On Tuesday I had a wonderful opportunity to spend the day with the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation family. They are such an incredible organization, and I can’t wait to share all the new things I learned with you.
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