Compassion is defined as “deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the wish to relieve it.” But it’s more than just that. Compassion is an attitude, a philosophy, a way of life. If a child learns compassion, all other scholarly pursuits are merely bonuses...
One of the questions that I get asked the most as a vet is how to tell when a pet is in pain. Our pets are our loved ones that we spend a great deal of time with and yet because they can't just pipe...
Want a good laugh, check out this GoPro Video from Unofficial Networks: Walter the labrador makes a heart pounding dash for the water off of Siracusa, Sicily (Italy). It Reminds me of getting off the gondola on a powder day. ...
It has been one month since Second Chance Humane Society’s new ownership of the Telluride Thrift Shop and in that time there have been some changes at the Shop. But before we get to that I wanted to invite you all to a big celebration at...
Hello, my name is Shepp and I am one of the featured pets at Second Chance this week. (Don’t tell my brothers, Stan and Seth though, they might get jealous. ) We came to Second Chance Humane Society about a month ago. I am just about...
Why volunteer? Let me recount the reasons. Help save an animal’s life! Your efforts will help an animal get ready for a new home. The needs of animals coming into the shelter vary. A cat may need to be socialized or a dog may need extra exercise....
Believe it or not, there is actually a chapter in most Veterinary Internal Medicine books that is entitled "HBC -- for Hit By Car." As a profession, we refer to it like a major disease: Osteosarcoma, Congestive Heart Failure, Hit By Car. These are conditions that...
The announcement of the transfer of the Telluride Thrift Shop to Second Chance Humane Society has created excitement as well as questions and I thought I would tackle those questions for you today – as it is to my benefit as a homeless pet that...
Animals have inspired artists since the first cave paintings of deer and bison — and pet cats, dogs, birds, furry things in general continue to aid creativity with their beauty, humor, companionship, and overall cuteness. Want to, ahem, unleash your inner David Hockney, Ai WeiWei, Jackson Pollack, Frida Kahlo....
Hello, my name is Steele. I am a darn good lookin’ Australian Cattle Dog. I am currently hanging out with my friends at Second Chance Humane Society, playing with (and herding of course) my dog buddies in our big play yards. As an Australian Cattle...
