So the people who moved into the trailer across the street from me apparently wandered away at some point. And they left behind at least one of the dogs they had kept tied to a tree there. I've seen her around the neighborhood only rarely as she is afraid of people. But lately I've been … Continue reading Abandoned Dog in My Neighborhood
Category: human-animal bond
The Unwashed Masses Strike Back – Part 1
I'm sure you are all familiar with the evil public: Irresponsible pet owners who refuse to neuter their pets and callously force kindly shelter workers to spend their work days killing friendly pets. You know - those people, a.k.a. all of us. It is the public's fault that bad things happen to shelter pets. Which … Continue reading The Unwashed Masses Strike Back – Part 1
The Value of Ear Scritches to Dogs in Shelters
In a fascinating article on the behavior of stray dogs in Bulgaria, the author mentions that he worked at the Broward Co Animal Shelter in FL after graduating high school, where he "saw scenes of dogs in distress that haunt me to this day". His reaction to seeing those dogs was highly understandable, even if … Continue reading The Value of Ear Scritches to Dogs in Shelters
Quirky
I love pet quirks. Although over time, I tend to forget that these odd little behaviors are in any way unusual, since they seem ordinary after awhile. A few of our pets' quirks: When Graham wants to be let in, she turns her back to the door, walks several paces and barks in the direction … Continue reading Quirky
Officer!
This is why dogs rule. German Shepherd Dog called "Buddy" was hanging with his owner in the workshop next to their home earlier this month when the place caught fire. The owner suffered minor flash burns on his face and told Buddy to get help. Buddy dutifully ran out to the nearest main road and … Continue reading Officer!
That’s the signpost up ahead…
If you are a major Twilight Zone fan, you can be my friend. Rod Serling and that entire original series rocked my world. But even if you are not a geeked out follower of the show, you will probably enjoy the episode called "The Hunt". Rod Serling opens the show thusly: An old man and … Continue reading That’s the signpost up ahead…
April 21 on PBS
Two documentaries of interest premiere on PBS this coming Wednesday night, April 21: Through a Dog's Eyes will change the way you feel about your own dog. The documentary follows a handful of people as they journey through the heartwarming and often challenging process of receiving their service dogs. and Food, Inc - In addition … Continue reading April 21 on PBS
This is Why I Would Like to Have a Beagle Rescue
Here in the South, we have lotsa Beagles. They are not only popular pets, as they are throughout the U.S., but they are also used in packs for rabbit hunting. As with any group of people, you will find responsible hunters and those who are less so, especially with regard to their Beagles. It is … Continue reading This is Why I Would Like to Have a Beagle Rescue
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Pitbull Burned in NC Fire Available for Adoption
A Mother in NC left 4 kids home alone 2 weeks ago with a Pitbull puppy in a crate. The house caught fire and firefighters were able to save a 4 year old and a 7 year old but were sadly too late to save the two babies in the home. A neighbor mentioned there … Continue reading Pitbull Burned in NC Fire Available for Adoption
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