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Retired Military Dog
May 26, 2020
An Army Sergeant reunited with his Military Working Dog (MWD), now retired, on Saturday. U.S. Army Sgt. Jake Ferkin was reunited with his Retired MWD, Iskra T160, after being separated for two years. Iskra is a 10-year-old Czech Shepherd who was a Patrol and Explosive Detection Dog. Sgt. Ferkin and Iskra were paired up in […]
Service Dogs Get Picked Up
May 26, 2020
For all the parts of everyday life that the ongoing pandemic has brought to a crashing halt, COVID-19 didn’t stop the Pacific Assistance Dog Society from getting their latest litter of puppies to trainers on Friday (May 22). PADS, which has existed in the province for more than 30 years, breeds, raises, trains and supports […]
Service Dog In The Yearbook
May 26, 2020
An elementary school in Kentucky saved a special spot in its yearbook for one very good girl — Ariel, a service dog. St. Patrick Catholic School in Louisville surprised 7-year-old Hadley Jo Lange by including a photo of the Labradoodle among its kindergarten class. Hadley Jo suffers from epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes seizures. Without […]
Life With A Service Dog
May 26, 2020
Riley Alberson is excited for graduation — and that her service dog is also being recognized. The McAlester High School senior has juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, which causes her joints to dislocate, constant pain, and daily seizures. Multiple seizures each day can result with her losing consciousness without anyone around to help. […]
Soon To Be Service Dogs
May 26, 2020
On Friday afternoon, a plane touched down at the Sunport with a handful of adorable yellow Labrador puppies inside – each destined to be a service dog to those with disabilities. The pilot, Jeff Stewart, lowered the plane stairs before his 7-year-old daughter Emma delivered the 2-month-old furballs – Tucker, Taz, Rosco and Rabbena – […]
Service Animal In Training
May 26, 2020
Mia Federico was on her way to eat waffles in the kitchen of her Georgetown home when her mom, Ellen, approached her with an idea: Would she like to train a puppy to become a service animal? Ellen said she saw the ad online and immediately thought of her dog-loving daughter. Then 13, 14-year-old Mia […]
German Shepherd Rescued
May 22, 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 […]
A Pet Is Good For Emotional Health
May 22, 2020
During this current period of quarantine and social distancing, you may have found yourself worrying not only about your child’s physical health but their emotional health as well. You may have shied away from getting a family pet in the past because you weren’t sure if you were ready for a pet and you weren’t […]
Maryland’s First Detection Dog
May 22, 2020
Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler on Thursday announced the addition of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office’s (HCSO) newest law enforcement canine, K-9 Sata. K-9 Sata is certified as an electronic storage detection (ESD) canine and derives his name from the Serial AT Attachment, a computer bus interface that connects mass storage devices and a […]
Golden Retrievers Help Deliver
May 22, 2020
A brewery on Long Island is delivering more than just beer during the coronavirus pandemic. It’s delivering joy brought by two golden retrievers carrying beer cans. Buddy and Barley are the resident dogs of the Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington. Like everyone else, COVID-19 forced the company to do only pickup and delivery. So […]
Leveling Up Animal Care
May 22, 2020
A new contract between the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society (WCGHS) in Washougal and the Humane Society for Southwest Washington (SWHS) in Vancouver is helping give the local animal shelter more stability while providing a higher level of care for stray animals coming into the Washougal shelter from the cities of Washougal and Camas. Under […]
Connecting With Canines
May 22, 2020
After serving in America’s armed forces, Stanford’s student-veterans shifted their focus to academia and research. But since arriving on the Farm, some have continued to heed the call to serve with help from some animal companions. In partnership with the non-profit organization Warrior Canine Connection (WCC), student veterans volunteer to train dogs to be service […]
Paws Of Honor
May 22, 2020
Some eastern panhandle residents have found a charitable way to match their love for dogs and ties to law enforcement and service veterans groups. These special canines have served with handlers in the military and law enforcement on dangerous explosives — or narcotics — detection assignments. But the day comes when we all have to […]
Protecting Houston Pets
May 22, 2020
As more Americans stay home during enforced quarantines — such as the stay-home extension ordered by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo — a dark trend has emerged. Reports across the country reflect an increase in domestic violence, which experts blame on isolation, stress, and anxiety. One reason why individuals stay in abusive households is to […]
Animals On Campus
May 21, 2020
Scarlet is precocious. At just 12 years old, she’s four months into her first year at the University. She has curly, sandy-colored hair, loves her roommate, K Stiefel ’20, and lives in the Pink House at 99 Alexander Street. Scarlet also has four legs, loves to play catch, and serves as Stiefel’s emotional support animal […]
National Rescue Dog Day
May 21, 2020
On May 20th, National Rescue Dog Day recognizes all the benefits of allowing a four-legged canine to adopt you into their immeasurably lovable life. According to the ASPCA, approximately 3.3 million dogs enter shelters every year. When these abandoned and abused animals find their way to a shelter, each one needs a forever home and […]
Service Dogs Save Lives
May 21, 2020
Once a service animal picks its human, the two lose their individual identities and become a team. For veterans dealing with a PTSD disability, their teammate can be the difference between life and death. Service dogs can cost tens of thousands of dollars, more expensive than most veterans could afford. The PAWS for Veterans Therapy […]
Dog Weight Pulling
May 21, 2020
The benefits of a dog pulling weight is similar to that of a child learning a music instrument or sport. It’s a physical and psychological challenge that will leave both of you feeling Proud. 99% of Dogs LOVE to Pull, it’s not torture, your dog will Love it. I have modified tires and equipment specifically for […]
Service Dog Gets Photo In Yearbook
May 21, 2020
A Louisville family received quite the surprise when they recently picked up their daughter’s yearbook. An unexpected photo printed next to Hadley Jo’s had everyone smiling during such a ‘ruff’ time. Pandemic aside, Hadley Jo has been on her own roller coaster ride over the last 5 years. With a smile, she’ll tell you she […]
Importance Of Pets
May 21, 2020
When local readers were recently asked for topics of most interest, one rose to the top: pets. Animal topics can be vast, and varied, in terms of taking care of the furry, feathered, flocked, thick-skinned and scaly members of our families, packs or tribes. After receiving this assignment, I immediately started jotting down pet-related topics […]
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