I really didn’t think I would find myself living in an animal shelter this year, but yeah, that happened … My former people clearly had not taken the Pledge for Life. I include it in this week’s Second Chance Pet Column in hopes that my...
Sampson here with some breaking scientific news: The rabies vaccine, found to be extremely effective at preventing this fatal disease in dogs, is now showing significant positive impacts on overall canine health and a strong association with a decrease in death from all causes. So,...
Do you need to give up your cat just because you're pregnant? According to the Humane Society of the United States, the answer is an emphatic no. [caption id="attachment_70382" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Chuck[/caption] The worry is rooted in a disease called toxoplasmosis which can lead to miscarriages. But...
My people here at Second Chance just celebrated my first birthday. Thing is, like most homeless pets, true birth dates are typically unknown. Does that bother me? Nah, I would rather celebrate more meaningful milestones. [caption id="attachment_70198" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Archie[/caption] Adoption Day – I am still waiting...
A short while ago my friend Savannah wrote about the social needs (or non-needs) of cats. She hogged the whole Pet Column talking about how some adult cats thrive more with other cats in the house and some do not, blah blah blah. [caption id="attachment_70054" align="aligncenter"...
Dear Pet Column, One of my cats passed away a few weeks ago and my remaining cat appears to be sad and lonely – should I get another cat to cheer him up? Sincerely, Lonely Cat Momma Dear LC, Sorry for your loss. And yes, the confusing myth of...
A new study suggests dogs use facial expressions to communicate with people. The story by Hilary Hanson was curated by and published in The Huffington Post. It might seem pretty obvious to dog lovers, but researchers have found scientific evidence suggesting that dogs use facial expressions...
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I love October. Not because it brings pumpkins, Halloween costumes (not my favorite mode of dress!), or crunchie leaves to roll around in (love that!). It is because, for millions of dogs, October brings the promise of a better life. Welcome to Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month, when...
Dear Pet Column, One of my cats passed away a few weeks ago and my remaining cat appears to be sad and lonely. Should I get another cat to cheer him up? Sincerely, Lonely Cat Momma [caption id="attachment_69630" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Savannah[/caption] Dear LC, Sorry for your loss. And yes, the confusing...
