Tips for Introducing a New Dog to a Home with Resident Dogs

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Tips for Introducing a New Dog to a Home with Resident Dogs Post by guest blogger, Abi Pennavaria As a pet parent, you love your dog. So much so, in fact, that you’ve been considering adopting another one! After all, what could be better than more than one dog to love? Being … [Read more...]

PET SUMMER SAFETY from Dogs Are Deserving Rescue

PET SUMMER SAFETY Summer is here! While summer brings longer days filled with loads of fun, the season can also bring potential pet hazards. Please be aware of these hazards and do all that you can to protect your pup. To help you and your furry companions safely enjoy all … [Read more...]

Protect your Dog during 4th of July Celebrations

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  Some dogs are so terrified of fireworks that they become frantic, panic and run away from loving homes.  More dogs are lost around the 4th of July than any other time of the year and shelters report that July 5th is their busiest day of the year. Here are some … [Read more...]

What to do if your dog gets skunked

Deskunking a dog in a bathtub

You’ve been wondering why your dog is always sniffing and barking at the hedge in the back of the yard.  Now you know.   At 5:30 this morning, he yelped and flew past you like a rocket…and THE SMELL!  He’s been skunked! Skunks are everywhere—in the country, the … [Read more...]

What to do if your dog is stung by a bee

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You know the afternoon.  Bright sunshine, fresh breeze…you’ve just finished mowing the grass and trimming your fenced-in backyard.  It’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, to relax and spend a little quality time with your family.  You grab a cold drink, open the back door … [Read more...]