6 Ways Your Dog Can Catch Parvo
Infected dogs, as well as those that have just recently recovered, shed Parvo through their feces, urine, saliva, and vomit. And while you probably already know that uninfected dogs can pick up the virus by coming into contact with either of those, there are several other ways that they can [...]
Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 66 – Ohlone Humane Society
Founded in 1983, the Ohlone Humane Society is an animal welfare nonprofit that advocates for all creatures, from urban wildlife to companion animals and serves the communities of Fremont, Newark and Union City. While OHS doesn’t operate a shelter, they are one of the few humane societies to maintain a [...]
3 Simple Tips on Effective Fundraising for Shelters and Rescues
For animal rescues and shelters, fundraising is an integral part of running an animal welfare organization. Some people thrive on fundraising, while others abhor it and view it as a difficult but necessary requirement. But be that as it may, what makes some organizations more successful than others at [...]
Describe the Needs of Different Animals Needing Foster Homes
Not every potential foster parent understand the variety of needs your foster program has. Too often, we forget to highlight specific needs that capture the attention of the right homes. Rather than focusing on specific animals, try showcasing your foster program in a video by animal types to best highlight [...]
National Sunscreen Day: Do Dogs Need Sunscreen?
Starting to catch yourself turning the AC on more than usual? Or perhaps, heading to the fridge for a glass of ice-cold water every 5 minutes? Yep, we're all feeling it. Summer is here and everyone's doing their best to keep cool and stay protected from the scorching heat of [...]
Animal Rescue of the Week: Episode 64 – Love-A-Bull
Love-A-Bull is a registered 501c3 nonprofit in Austin, Texas. Started over eleven years ago, their mission is to promote responsible guardianship and improve the image and lives of pit bull-type dogs through community support, education, advocacy, and rescue. They offer a myriad of programs including adoptions, vaccination clinics, canine therapy, [...]
Jax, Champ and Baxter
Jax was a last-minute add on and quite a surprise when came lumbering out of Andrea's SUV. He was a very big and very beautiful black lab! He's about 8 months old and probably close to 90 lbs. He and Baxter, an older black lab mix got into it during [...]
Episode 142 – Larissa Wohl
Larissa Wohl works for the Hallmark Channel. She is a true pet rescue expert with extensive on-camera and production experience. She coordinates and showcases two adoptable animals every day, as well as produces and hosts numerous pet-parent segments on Hallmark Channel's morning show, “Home & Family.” As a news anchor, [...]