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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 […]
Patients Video Chat Therapy Dogs
June 1, 2020
The nonprofit Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children is finding a new way to operate to help people. Therapy Dogs with the nonprofit are still busy making kids feel better despite limitations due to the pandemic. Normally the canines visit the office or a family home, but to keep everyone safe, they meet with the patients […]
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 […]
Pups Enjoy Lounging
June 1, 2020
If you’re a regular at any local brewery, you might have noticed that dogs and breweries seem to go hand in hand — sort of like hops and yeast. And downtown Winston-Salem’s Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Company is no exception. “Dogs and Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Company are a perfect match because of the laid back taproom […]
Top Dog
June 1, 2020
Missy, a 4-year-old Shetland Sheepdog,is owned, trained and shown exclusively by Wallingford resident, Linda Houle, who has groomed, trained and showed Shelties for 45 years. Missy is her 10th. Her dogs have traeled around the US. and Canada, provided pet therapy at nursing homes, won many photo contests, and have been featured in a TV […]
Abandoned Dog Gets Trained
June 1, 2020
The Hokkien Therapy Dog describes the story of an abandoned dog, Button, who was adopted and subsequently trained as a therapy pet who understands fluent Hokkien. Button spent her days visiting Hokkien hospice patients and bringing joy to them, before passing away in 2018. The author, Fiona Foo, founded Hope Dog Rescue in July 2011, and […]
Pawsitive Therapy Program
June 1, 2020
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center’s Dog Therapy Program – “Pawsitive Therapy” – are spreading PAWSitivity in the community! Since visiting is limited at hospitals, the Pawsitive Therapy Program members came out to give support and encouragement to the hospital workers during their shift change. Therapy dog teams are screened, educated, trained and must show […]
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