From packing to unpacking, moving is stressful and exhausting, and it can feel that way for pets too. They don’t understand what’s happening and why they’re losing the home they feel safe in. Whether you’re moving to Atlanta, GA with your elderly dog, or adopting a … [Read more...]
One of the saddest things in the world is to see a dog who’s owner has died. Dogs grieve in silence. They may not even know what has happened, except that their loved one is gone and their life is suddenly very, very different. In too many cases, dogs are often … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Preventing Kennel Cough and avoiding the Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) are top-of-mind right now as both have reached epidemic levels in the Chicago-land area. There are many things you can do to help prevent the spread of these viruses--including limiting your dog's exposure to … [Read more...]
Spring is here! And Dogs Are Deserving is swinging into Spring with a new blog and newsletter to keep everyone informed, involved and in love with all these adoptable dogs! Nineteen dogs to be exact. Ok, so two of those nineteen have adoptions pending (yeah for Coco and … [Read more...]
