Adoptable Dogs Meet-and-Greet at Unleashed by PetCo

Stop by Unleashed by Petco to meet the dogs of Dogs Are Deserving Rescue who are in need of forever homes.  Meet an adorable companion and begin an unending bond. Plus, get care tips and instant savings on food and supplies through Unleashed by PetCo's  Think Adoption First … [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...]

Preventing Kennel Cough and Avoiding Canine Influenza

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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...]

New blog and newsletter

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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...]