Back in the 1300’s, bubonic plague killed 25 million people in Asia and Europe. No one knew back them that the virulent bacteria was carried by fleas, which in turn were carried by rodents. In fact, superstition led some in the Middle Ages to blame...
Dear Pet Column, Last winter I adopted a young male dog from the animal shelter. I know little of his history, but he has quickly adapted to our family and does well during most of our outdoor activities. However, he appears to be fearful of water...
Dr. Michelle Dally, DVM, J.D. is Medical Director of Second Chance Humane Society. She also has a private practice, Dally Veterinary Medicine, 333 S. Elizabeth Street, Ridgway, Colorado. But Dr. Michelle makes house calls. (Yes, in Telluride.) Call 970-318-0897. Because Dr. Michelle generally stays under the radar, we thought...
My name is Nymph. I am a homeless feline here at Second Chance. A recent article I read in the New York Times has me slightly concerned about what my new family will be like. The article explored the current “pet population boom” and how...
This weekend in Ridgway people will be gathering from throughout the region to celebrate the beauty and splendor of the Valley where Ridgway is nestled. There they will celebrate, with the aid of all sorts of finely crafted beer from throughout the southwest Colorado, and live music in Ridgway’s...
Last week Second Chance Pet covered some common pet parent mistakes but since prevention is the best practice for pet parents to follow, I am going to highlight a few simple things (all relative to dietary considerations) you can do to keep your pet healthy and happy. It...
The homeless dogs here at Second Chance Humane Society have been discussing the fact that the best pet parents are those who recognize their mistakes. We all know humans are not perfect – even though we like to pretend you are. But owning up to this sad fact can help you...
Hello my name is Crook and I’m a six-month-young Beagle/Corgi (known as a Beagi) pup. For this week’s Pet Column, I am going to give some pet training advice. [caption id="attachment_58459" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Crook[/caption] But let’s keep it real: my advice may only be serving as a front...
Does your dog need a bib and a five-foot drop cloth to protect the floor when he drinks? Well then you would be surprised to hear that there is actually a precise method underlying the sloppy madness of dog slurping. So yes, although the Second...
