It is likely you did not achieve the New Year’s resolutions made in 2016. I say this confidently because research shows only 8% of people actually pull off their list But don’t feel bad, you were and are in good company: neither did 92% of Resolutionists out there. So for 2017,...
My name is Benny and I believe dreams can come true. Last night I had a wonderful dream, which I wrote down to share with everyone, [caption id="attachment_63167" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Benny[/caption] "Twas the night before Dogmas, when all through the shelter not a puppy was yelping, our minds did not chatter; Our leashes...
My greatest wish this holiday season is to find a home. I seek your support in creating a holiday miracle. I have been waiting for a home for over 2.5 years. Yeah, that’s right – I have been here at the Second Chance Shelter for 2.5...
Someday animal shelters will no longer be necessary. When people better understand and connect to animals like me we will no longer be mistreated or discarded. Ok, so that day is a probably a bit into the future – but if this vision inspires you,...
Dear Pet Column, I was thinking of getting my boyfriend a new puppy for Christmas. Whenever we go hiking or skiing he mentions how great it would be to have a dog. He seems to like Labs best, but I am wondering if I adopt a...
A lonely kitten is hiding in a ditch, left to fend for himself. The sun is sinking. He is cold, frightened, hungry, and generally miserable. A woman jogs by and the kitten decides to squeak out a plea for help. She hears him. Her arms are warm and...
Hi my name is Keaghan. I’m a 10- year-old Border Collie without a home. That just sounds so wrong, right?!? Like getting along in years isn’t bad enough – let’s just take your home away too… Well good thing November is Adopt-A-Senior Shelter Pet Month. [caption id="attachment_62481" align="aligncenter"...
My name is Glory, a homeless dog here at the Second Chance Humane Society Shelter. I am one of many pets who arrived without any identification, making it pretty difficult for me to be returned to my family. The lesson of the Pet Column today:...
According to data from a comprehensive annual report, the American Pet Products Association (APPA) announced that overall spending for 2015 came in at a record $60.28 billion. The document covered pet spending in market categories of food, supplies/over-the-counter (OTC) medications, veterinary care, and other services. The increase is accredited...
Have you hugged your veterinarian lately? Can you imagine a world without them? We sure can’t here at Second Chance Humane Society… So to honor all those veterinarians who keep pets like me healthy, I am asking you reflect on your personal veterinarian visit etiquette. [caption id="attachment_62139" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Frankie[/caption] Let’s start...
