• Be a “helping hand” in a rescue dog’s journey to a better life. • Help “house-a-tize” a rescue dog who may have gone stir crazy in a kennel; provide a transitional home environment for the well-being of the dog. • Help assess a Golden for more successful “forever home” placement. • Be able to...
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What you need to know about pets & hot weather
With summer officially underway, many parts of the country have already gotten a preview of the hot weather to come. The ASPCA would like to remind you that dogs and cats can suffer from the same problems that humans do—overheating, dehydration and even sunburn—when the mercury rises. By taking these simple precautions from ASPCA experts,...
Common Poisons that dogs ingest
The following is a PARTIAL list of the toxins that you need to keep out of your pet’s reach. Ibuprofen (e.g. Advil, Motrin) – In dogs, this medication can cause stomach and kidney problems & even impact the nervous system, causing symptoms such as depression and seizures. If you drop a pill, find it immediately!...
Dogs, Swimming and Pool Safety
You Must Teach Your Dog How to Get Out of Your Pool!! Most dogs can swim naturally. It’s in their genes. Dogs DO NOT AUTOMATICALLY KNOW, however, how to get out of a pool. You have to teach your dog how to get out of your pool in order to prevent him from drowning! There...