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Tips for Dealing With Aggressive Eaters

When a dog is considered to be an aggressive eater, people can have a few different understandings. Dog food aggression refers to a dog’s behaving in a dominant way around his or her food. Dogs who have dog food aggression typically snarl, bark or otherwise make it known to humans and other dogs that the food is theirs—and everyone else needs to back off. This

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April Adoptions!

This month, six dogs and two cats found new homes! We are so excited for them to be joining their new families!  Please click on the image to view a larger version.  Dawson is a three-year-old shepherd/husky cross who loves to play and be active, but he also loves to cuddle—he’s basically the whole package, which is why we are not surprised that his

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Why I Volunteer: Jenn

Oakley at PetSmart. I volunteer in animal rescue because I love animals.  …Obviously, right? But it’s about more than just loving them. It’s about believing that they deserve more respect and love than they receive. And it’s about fighting for their rights when they cannot do so themselves. I read a quote once (and unfortunately I do not remember where) that said: “One day,

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Wordless Wednesday: Hello? Hello?

“Hello? Hello? Trixie, sometimes I feel like you aren’t even listening to me!” –Quinton Poor Quinton. His foster sister Trixie is deaf!  Trixie was adopted in December, but Quinton is still looking for a home.  Are you interested in hearing what Quinton has to say?  Fill out an adoption application and come meet him!  This is a blog hop.You can check out other participating blogs by clicking

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Why I Signed Up for The Furry Friends 5K

I am a wannabe long-distance runner. I like running because of all the usual reasons: it’s good exercise; it gives you an endorphin boost; you can do it anytime you want; it’s free; you can go alone and reflect or go with a friend and make it social…. The list goes on.  But honestly? I also really like it because it doesn’t involve catching,

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