You Should Be Doing Fee-Waived Adoptions This Summer
Intakes have overtaken positive outcomes for shelter pets. With summer coming, the need to increase accessibility and remove barriers to pets going into homes only grows more urgent. We’re diving in over the next few months to see what data and research can tell us about ways to move shelter pets to adoptions more quickly—beginning with this blog on the research supporting fee-waived adoptions. Shelter operations should utilize rapid intake to placement procedures to support pets leaving the shelter as soon as possible...
6 Reasons Your Dog Needs Collagen
One of the most important proteins in your dog’s body is collagen. It’s needed for healthy joints, bones, and muscles. Learn more about collagen, six reasons your dog needs it, and the one easy way to include more of it in your pup’s diet! Collagen is a protein that the body uses to create connective tissues found in the skin, bones, muscles, and more. Your dog’s body naturally produces collagen. However, as they get older, production slows down. When this happens, your pup needs to get more of it from their diet. And...
Running with Shelter Dogs in Minnesota is the Latest Fitness Craze
As adoptions taper off, overwhelmed shelters and rescues all across the country are doing their best to ensure that the animals in their care receive physical and mental enrichment. They rely heavily on volunteers to make that happen, which is where the rest of us come in. Pets in any situation need to receive proper nutrition, mental stimulation, and emotional support. Place them in a kennel setting and those requirements are even more vital for maintaining the health of the animal. Photo: Pixabay/wal_172619 In Minneapolis, the city’s...
Ask Dr. Aziza: Should I Be Concerned About My Dog’s Bad Breath?
Bad breath in dogs, also known as Halitosis, is a foul odor that comes from the mouth or oral cavity. The most common cause of halitosis is periodontal disease, which is a widespread concern in veterinary medicine. Let’s look into some of the causes of bad breath in dogs as well as how it can be treated and prevented in the future. What causes bad breath in dogs? There are five main reasons why a dog could have bad breath – let’s discuss each one more closely. Dental plaque: Plaque is a buildup of bacteria that accumulates...
Senior Kitty Bella Has a Lot of Life Left in Her & Plenty of Love to Share
Introducing dear, sweet Bella! She is a beautiful (like her name suggests) senior girl who reportedly lived in a quiet home her entire life. Sadly, Bella was brought in by her previous owner for surrender at the age of 14. The San Diego Humane Society, where she currently resides, is still getting to know her. She’s been fearful in their care to date, as she’s obviously very confused as to why she’s there. Photo: SDHS With a little time and patience, however, the shelter staff are confident this lovely calico girl with the...
Young Chance, the Black Lab, Has a Golden Personality He’d Like to Share
Hello all! Chance here … sharing about myself to find that lucky forever family. I am a 1-year-old male Labbie mix that exudes a zest for life, suggested by my abundant energy. I was discovered as a stray roaming in the desert heat when a good Samaritan rescued me and contacted DLRR to take me in so I would be well cared for until my forever family appeared. Lucky me, right? I have a wonderful personality, adore people, and get along well with other dogs but cats … well, I’m not sure. I am reportedly responsible and...
Prison training programs using shelter dogs
Prison training programs with shelter dogs can be transformative. Has your animal organization considered getting involved with a local prison training program but not sure where to start? Or maybe you’re just interested in learning more about what a program like this entails? The recording of the Community Conversation featuring a Prison Training Programs Discussion Panel is for you! You’ll hear from panelists who have created shelter dog training programs in partnership with correctional facilities in various states. ...
Delaware Names New Official State Dog: Rescue Pups!
It’s official! At an event at the Humane Animal Partners in Wilmington, Delaware, Gov. John Carney signed Senate Bill 37, designating rescue dogs as the official state dog of Delaware, while replacing the golden retriever in the process. The bill, which was introduced in January by Senator Jack Walsh, was approved with a wide majority by the state’s Legislative Assembly and Senate. “Delaware animal shelters take in thousands of pets each year, all of whom are waiting to find their forever home,” said Sen. Walsh....
Postal Service Wants to Keep Mail Carriers Safe from Dog Bites with Awareness Campaign
The USPS has released dog bite statistics from across the country as part of its National Dog Bite Awareness Week, which started on Sunday, June 4. The theme for 2023: Even good dogs have bad days. National Dog Bite Awareness Week started this weekend, and the United States Postal Service wants canine owners to do their part to keep mail carriers safe. That’s because more than 5,300 letter carriers were bitten by dogs last year in the U.S. Now, the post office is trying to bring those numbers down through a public awareness...
4 Common Health Issues in Senior Pets and How To Solve Them
As more and more pet lovers choose to take senior pets into their homes and hearts, understanding and managing age-related health issues in elderly cats and dogs is front of mind for many pet parents. Fortunately, with the right approach to nutrition, exercise, mental stimulation and regular veterinary care, the most common health issues in senior pets can be kept at bay for as long as nature allows. Number of Senior Pets on the Rise Puppies and kittens may have had all the star power with prospective pet owners in the past. Today, however,...
