Proposed Bill Would Eliminate Breed Discrimination In Public Housing
It is an unfortunate fact that stereotypes and unscientific assumptions about dog breeds can lead to discriminatory policies. This misinformation makes it so some breeds are more likely to get adopted than others, while property owners and local governments take these false impressions as reason to ban breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers from being owned by tenants, according to the Humane Society of the United States. The Pets Belong With Families Act (H.R.5828) would eliminate dog breed restrictions in public housing. Assumptions about...
Scared and Skittish Dog Transforms, Now Asks Strangers to Pet Him
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! I rescued Arctic one year ago through Wisconsin Adopt a Golden Retriever. He came to me shy, scared, and skittish because he had been abused and most likely abandoned. He wouldn’t let anyone touch him, he wasn’t socialized with other dogs or people, and he didn’t know how to play with toys....
Dog Adopted with ‘Only Days to Live,’ Now He’s a Thriving Senior
This story was submitted as part of the Fur-tastic Scrapbook contest. Winners will receive $500, plus $2,000 in cash and supplies for their favorite rescue. Submissions are being accepted through July 13. To share your story, click here! Wilson was found wandering, and I was asked to take him in. The shelter thought he only had a few days left. He was lethargic and frail, but very sweet considering life didn’t look like it had been kind to him. He is missing his lower jaw, as well. PHOTO: JOANNE MUSCATO I gave him love, snuggles, good...
5 Kits, Infographics, and Tools to Get More Lost Pets Back Home to Their Families
July 4th has come and gone—and now it’s time to get those lost pets in your kennels back home to their worried families. We’ve rounded up these five kits, infographics, and tools, to help you do just that! 1. HASS x HeARTs Speak Lost Pet Reunification Communications Kit Human Animal Support Services and HeARTs Speak have joined up to create a series of communications kits to help you talk to your community about the critical ways that you are supporting people and pets—including your pet reunification efforts. The lost...
Senior Shelter Dog Seeks Loving Home With Family Who Enjoys Going To The Beach
Amber, a 10-year-old retriever/shepherd mix, arrived at Flagler Humane Society in Palm Coast, Florida, after her elderly owner could no longer care for her. She still has so much love to give if someone will give her the chance. Adopters should not be deterred by her gray muzzle as she still loves to go for walks and one of her favorite places is the beach. While not a requirement, she would love to find a family who enjoys playing in the sand and splashing in the water as much as she does. The sweet girl loves everyone she meets including...
Join us for weekly Community Conversations, now on Monday!
Last month, we asked for your input regarding the combining of two weekly Zoom calls: Shelter and Rescue Support and Animal Welfare Leadership Roundup. Our new day and time are here! Join us on Mondays starting on July 18 at 11AM PT/2PM ET for Community Conversations, an hour long call for animal well-being professionals. The calls are geared for executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, and rescue organizations. (Please note that the bi-weekly calls are now over.) Along with...
A Fun-Loving Dog Grows Up into a Human Tackler
Dogs are considered babies even when they are fully grown up. It makes dog parents proud to witness their healthy growth and show their different sides. Most dogs are playful, energetic, and social, while others are sweet, gentle, and often timid. They slowly show those personalities as they grow up, like living with another human. You know their quirks, favorite things, and what scares them the most. Having dogs around the house is an experience that is both informative and life-changing. Living with a dog at home can make you realize that...
What Happens When a Dog Eats a Walnut?
Lounging in your living room with your dog has got to be one of the reasons why comfort can be found at home. It’s nice to have your beloved pet beside you while watching television or reading a book. Indulging yourself in movies or television series won’t be complete without food. You pick popcorn, chips, nuts, or ice cream — whatever snack makes the experience more relaxing. However, you must be careful when eating food when your dog is around. They might attempt to take a bite or taste the portion of food that fell on the...
Dog Left At The Shelter For 5 Years Finally Finds A Place To Call Home
Imagine spending almost five years of your life living in an animal shelter? Sounds pretty bleak, right? Sadly, for Baby Girl, that is how she spent her life: waiting for a forever home to finally adopt her. Luckily for Baby Girl, her time finally came and she was adopted! It was a big day for her, and the sweet pooch could not stop smiling that day that her adoption came, as you can see in the photos shared on Facebook: www.facebook.com/capitalhumanesociety/posts/pfbid0EjYyt5FfbrjFiKbEFJWgMv8KLsNxpeu2GbGafFhPRW11u24QTfBpsoHjLYYRzpDSl The...
Why a keto diet is a good choice for your dog
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