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Veteran Adopts Dog
June 2, 2020
A black Labrador retriever named Blue has saved Byung “BK” Kang’s life so many times, he’s lost count. The two served on more than 300 combat missions while serving together in the United States Marine Corps on a deployment to Afghanistan from 2011-2012. Blue, a military dog trained to detect bombs called improvised explosive devices, […]
Dog Trainer Services
June 2, 2020
A local dog training company is embarking on a cutting-edge program in an effort to train dogs to detect active COVID-19 virus on humans. Lori and Jack Grigg, owners and trainers at Paradise Dog Training in Tyrone Township, are eager to begin this new project. However, they will need volunteers to donate gloves or socks […]
Paws In Court
June 2, 2020
Participants in Howard Superior II’s veterans court program soon will get extra assistance from a four-legged friend. Recently, a grant program allowed Howard Superior II to procure Kadence, a 6-month-old labradoodle, who soon will undergo training to work as a post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety support dog. Kadence, or K-D for short, will […]
Saving Animals Lives
June 2, 2020
Since many fire departments are only equipped with emergency supplies to save human lives, a Scottsdale-based nonprofit is providing local firefighters with tools to help save animal lives. The Fetch Foundation has developed a Fido Bag — a specialized breathing apparatus that is formed to fit across pet’s mouth. This cone-shaped oxygen mask allows for […]
Top Dogs
June 2, 2020
After 16 years as ‘Top Dog’ of Assistance Dogs Australia and seven years as President of Assistance Dogs International the global accreditation agency, the Sutherland Shire’s Richard Lord has set himself a new challenge to educate a puppy for the organisation. Richard said his two Golden Retriever ambassador dogs had sadly passed away recently so […]
K9 Police Teams
June 2, 2020
The Delaware State Police and municipal K9 teams throughout the state received national certifications by the National Police Canine Association. Both single and dual purpose K9 teams participated in the certification event. During the week of May 11, K9 teams completed the patrol and explosives certifications through the NPCA. The K9 teams consisted of 14 […]
Think Pawsitive
June 2, 2020
Anxiety and cabin fever can stem from the stay-at-home orders impacting American lives for the past few weeks. But for nearly 85 million U.S. families, their households offer something that can reduce their feelings of angst and isolation. And it doesn’t come from the fridge. This popular attitude-enhancer offers a sense of connection and can […]
Service Puppies Start Their Training
June 1, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has brought many aspects of life as we know it to a grinding halt, including air travel, which affects not just ordinary travelers, but those for whom getting to another location is crucial for their jobs. Canine Companions for Independence provides service dogs to people with disabilities free of charge, and the organization […]
Rescue Dogs Companionship
June 1, 2020
When Dave Fleming got ‘matched’ with his dream dog from a rescue charity he was thrilled. There was just one hitch though — the logistics of getting Bumble on the 150k journey to his ‘forever home’ with Covid-19 restrictions limiting non-essential travel to 2, and then 5k. Bumble was being well looked after in Kerry but […]
Pet Services
June 1, 2020
If you are a pet owner, you may or not know the devastating process of saying goodbye to a beloved pet. It is a stressful process for all involved. The family, the vet, and especially the animal. And while it may be an awful experience, it should be done in the most peaceful and private […]
Rescue Dog Becomes Service Dog
June 1, 2020
A local organization called “Medical Mutts” rescues animals with potential and trains them to become service dogs for people with medical conditions like diabetes. That includes Sly, the German Shepherd. Sly was rescued after being left in the cold, starving, and frostbit with another dog who passed away in those conditions. Jennifer Cattet, the executive […]
Therapy Dogs Featured In Magazine
June 1, 2020
The Albany Police Department received a special honor for its therapy dog program. It will be featured in a police chief magazine. The article on the revolutionary program was submitted by the police department in February. They just received word it will be featured in the April edition of the International Association of Chiefs of […]
Artist Draws Portraits Of Dog
June 1, 2020
British artist Becky Flack draws unusual portraits of his Chihuahua named Tita. The dog appears to them in different ways – the pilot, a nurse, adventuress, royals, writes Metro. Titus appeared at Becky four years ago from a couple who bred this breed. At the time she was two years and 9 months and she […]
Emotional Support Dog Lily
June 1, 2020
Our dog, Lily, is definitely an emotional-support animal, even if she doesn’t have a diploma. Fortunately, I also have an emotional-support husband. My kids, not so much. But isn’t that why you have a dog? (And a husband?) Like all people who have adopted a dog in its later years, you almost wish it could […]
Dogs Go Through Teenage Phase
June 1, 2020
It may come as no surprise to puppy parents, but researchers have now shown that dogs can go through a moody teenage phase, too. A new study, conducted at Newcastle University in the UK, looked at the behavior of 368 dogs as they went through doggy puberty (between 5 and 8 months of age). To […]
Service Dogs Dolly And Aura
June 1, 2020
Dogs. As far as I am concerned they are all heroes. But the American Humane Hero Dog Awards “is an annual, nationwide competition that searches out and recognizes America’s Hero Dogs – often ordinary dogs who do extraordinary things, whether it’s saving lives on the battlefield, lending sight or hearing to a human companion, or […]
Hero Dog Award
June 1, 2020
Dolly, a service dog from Naples, acts as a cardiac alert for her owner Amy Sherwood. Dolly, a service dog from Naples, has made the semi-finals for Hallmark Channel’s Hero Dog Award. Dolly works as a cardiac alert for her owner Amy Sherwood, who is restricted to a wheelchair because of multiple illnesses. The black […]
Finding Pets Homes
June 1, 2020
As the coronavirus pandemic goes on, even with the statewide Stay at Home order lifted, people are bored at home. This boredom has spurred families across the country to adopt more pets. This rings true locally as well. Elaine Berger, executive administrative assistant and adoption coordinator at Woof Gang Rescue based in Racine, said the organization has […]
How Sparky Rescued His Owner
June 1, 2020
Mike Baron stumbled upon Sparky, a 6-month-old border collie, at a yard sale. Only problem was, he wasn’t in the market for a dog. But, he quickly fell in love with the sweet and energetic pooch — and seven years later, Baron couldn’t imagine his life without his furry best friend. “He’s the best dog. […]
Service Dogs During Pandemic
June 1, 2020
Three Grand Rapids nonprofit organizations are collaborating to train assistance dogs during the coronavirus pandemic. Paws With A Cause, YWCA of West Central Michigan and Community Food Club have teamed up to provide necessary training for assistance dogs who cater to people with disabilities. The arrangement has allowed for the dog training during the current […]