Does your animal organization have a successful foster-to-adopt program?
Does your animal organization have a successful foster-to-adopt program for individuals who want to “foster” an animal before committing to adoption, to ensure it’s the right fit for their home? Or are you looking to start one? Kelli Jordan of Tallahassee Animal Services recently shared on Maddie’s® Pet Forum that they’re looking to start one, and would love to hear how your organization manages it, how it’s structured and whether you have example application forms or guidelines you could share. Folks...
Is Lavender Safe for Dogs: Our Vet Explains Safety & Toxicity
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead You no doubt have heard conflicting information about using lavender around dogs, with the question being whether it’s safe to do so. The issue is that there are both yes and no answers, depending on the situation and different variables. Hopefully, we can help you deal with this quandary by explaining what lavender is, how it’s used, and when it’s safe for dogs. What Is Lavender?...
Dog Tear Stains: Our Vet Discusses Signs, Causes & Treatment
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead While dogs don’t shed tears when they are sad or overjoyed, they do produce tears for a number of reasons. Many people will be familiar with the reddish-brown tear staining that can occur under a dog’s eyes, particularly in small-breed dogs. For our canine friends, these tear stains can be uncomfortable, or a sign of underlying eye disease. As dog owners, the stains can be unsightly and...
Past, Present, & Future of Animal Welfare with HASS
[embedded content] Since 2020, the animal welfare industry has faced an increase of challenges unlike ever before. From overfilled kennels and a lack of municipal support to increased needs for mental health support in the workplace—and a decrease in community engagement. What is needed is a fresh, human-services-rooted perspective that rallies municipal and community support with ease. In this webinar, Dr. Ellen Jefferson, Co-Founder of HASS & CEO of Austin Pets Alive!, and Mike Wheeler, Director of Community Services at Cabot...
How to Support Shelter Staff’s Mental Health: Lessons in Social Work for Suicide Prevention Month
[embedded content] Animal welfare professionals face crises, traumatic experiences, and compassion fatigue daily. With staff shortages and maximum shelter capacity nationwide, many work unprecedented hours in often inhuman conditions leading to a significant risk to mental health. Animal rescue workers have the highest rate of death by self-harm among American workers–a rate only shared by firefighters and police officers. In this webinar, Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach, Director of Veterinary Social Work at Open Door Veterinary...
What to Do if You Cut Your Dog’s Nail Too Short & It Bleeds? 4 Vet-Approved Steps
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Trimming your dog’s nails is an essential part of their grooming routine. Keeping your dog’s nails trimmed prevents split nails and makes walking and running much more comfortable for dogs. Learning to trim your dog’s nails takes time and practice, and it’s important to be prepared for accidents because it’s fairly common to accidentally trim a dog’s nail a...
What to Feed a Nursing Dog to Increase Milk Production: Vet-Explained Nutrition
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead When a mother dog is producing milk, she needs to feed herself to feed her puppies. She needs water, calories, protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals to make lots of nutritious milk. Good nutrition starts in pregnancy, but the recommendations for pregnant and lactating dogs are different. Fortunately, providing everything your momma dog needs is very easy. Poor milk production, also known as...
Lorraina’s Past Trauma: Her Healing Journey
Hi, I’m Allison! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my three mixed-breed dogs from Thailand, Jelly, Lorraina, and Manic. Trigger warning: Discussions of dogs fighting One of my favorite things to see is Lorraina basking in the sun. If she were a human, she would hit the beach and slather on tanning lotion as soon as summer starts. While I love seeing all Manic and Jelly lounge in the sun, it means more to me that Lorraina is entirely at peace. You see, back in Thailand, Lorraina liked to cause trouble. But, like...
Can Dogs Get Sick from Other Dogs? Info & Common Diseases (Vet Answer)
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead Dogs are becoming increasingly popular as pets and with good reason. These loyal, intelligent, and affectionate animals make great family members. Dogs are highly social creatures, and most dogs enjoy the company of other dogs. Society has become more and more “dog friendly”—we have dog beaches and dog parks, doggy daycare centers, dog salons, and dog-walking groups. Many bars and...
My Dog Ate a Paper Towel: Our Vet Discusses Potential Risks, Signs & FAQ
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead If your dogs are anything like mine, you need to keep a close eye on them at mealtimes. Throw in the excitement of a picnic or BBQ with a cocktail of food smells and the chance of a carelessly dropped sausage, and you’ve got a dog that is going to try to eat anything they can get their paws on. And if that food comes with a side of paper towel, most dogs won’t let that get in their way....
