Just over a year ago, in a high-kill shelter in Houston, Texas, sat Sunny, a 2-year old mutt, unaware that in only 2 short days, her life was scheduled to end. At the same time, renowned animal trainer William Berloni was scouring shelters and rescue groups around the country looking for the perfect pup to…
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When introducing a new puppy to existing dog there are a few rules to follow so this introduction goes smoothly and does not turn into a riot at your home. I have done this a few times, and while this transition period for both dogs usually goes well, there have been times when it was…
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A puppy named “Chance” is stealing the hearts of thousands. Have you heard of him yet? A shepherd mix that was pulled from the shelter in Ft. Worth, Texas, just hours before he was scheduled for euthanasia, Chance suffers from severe neurological issues. He has no coordination, can’t walk, can’t even stand, and bobbles his…
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An adorable, loving, yet understandably frightened Bulldog-mix is finally safe at his new forever home after his former owner dropped him off at a high-kill animal shelter in Jackson, Tennessee. The owner’s reason for throwing away his pet – he said the dog was gay. The following plea for help was posted to the Jackson…
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So you have the precious arrival of a litter of puppies with mom and pups doing well. This is an exciting time for your family observing the pups grow. There are things all people who have a new litter of pups need to know, so read below how puppies develop through 7 levels on their…
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Are you thinking of bringing a dog into your life? Be you single or married with kids, bringing a puppy or adult dog into your life is something you won’t regret. So, with the decision made are you willing to consider a rescue dog shelter as a place to find your new dog? Giving a homeless…
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If you have a puppy, bite the bullet and socialize it now. The effort you put in now will reward you a thousand fold. Socialization is the best chance your dog as to live a happy life and does not become emotionally crippled. Socialization is the process by which a dog must be exposed to…
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What shelter dogs need the most has absolutely nothing to do with brick and mortar. It doesn’t matter to dogs what color the paint on the wall is, what modern design a shelter has, or that you can even feed and water them without the need to open the gates. It’s not the fabric of…
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A Family Adoption Journey and Introduction to Potcake Rescue and Adoption The following guest article was written by Anthony Bennie, the Founder and President of Clear Conscience Pet. Clear Conscience Pet manufactures all natural, award winning, nutritious, and drool-worthy treats, chews, and food supplements using only proteins and organic vegetables sourced from local, sustainable family…
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The tremendous influx of stray and unwanted dogs at animal shelters has given people many choices when seeking to add a dog to their families. The question you should ask yourself is–should you purchase a puppy from a breeder or should you adopt a dog? I would recommend you visit one or two dog shelters…
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Most of the 70,000 or more dogs that are bred and sold into research are put to death after the laboratory’s experiments are over. Bogart – known for most of his life only as Number 5989418 – is one of the lucky beagles saved by the Beagle Freedom Project, a rescue that focuses on saving…
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