Teaching your dog to be comfortable in a crate will have many benefits for both you and your dog. The crate can be a place of comfort and security for dogs, as well as a tool to help with potty training or prevention of destructive behaviors. When trained correctly, many dogs enjoy their crate time. Dogs are often required to live in crates for a time if there is an emergency, such as an evacuation, or an injury.
The goal is that the puppy has positive experiences, not neutral or bad ones. It’s important to watch the puppy’s response and note what it is and to also give treats to help ensure the exposure is a success. Here’s a checklist that can help you.
It’s not always easy to convince a new puppy not to bite the hand that feeds him, pets him, or plays with him, for that matter.
Learn how to successfully teach your puppy to potty where you want.
In an effort to be able to accommodate as many spay/neuter surgeries as possible we will be asking and requiring everyone to adhere to our policies on scheduling community spay/neuter services.
We are now allowing parties to schedule 30-minute visits to meet adoptable animals at the shelter in person. To ensure the safety of our staff and community, only those with scheduled appointments will be allowed entry into the facility.
Are you a new pet parent, or looking to bolster your pet care skills? Read on for pet care and grooming guides, nutrition information, safety tips and more.
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Calls to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center involving cleaning supplies have increased by 65% in recent weeks. It’s important to remember that products intended to clean surfaces and keep us safe from viruses and bacteria might not be so safe for our pets. Keep...
On and around the Fourth of July, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) sees an increase in calls concerning pets who have ingested fireworks, or are having issues due to the loud noises they make. However, with a little planning, you can ensure that your four-legged friends enjoy the holiday just as much as you do!
