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Helping Heroes Campaign
June 26, 2020
With the support from the Petco Foundation’s Helping Heroes grant, Shelter to Soldier adopted a gorgeous (from the inside-out!) shepherd mix named “Scout” from Labs and More (Labradors, Retrievers and More) Rescue out of San Diego According to Shelter to Soldier President Graham Bloem, “So far, he’s an all-star in training and has thrived immensely […]
Dogs Have A Teenage Phase
June 26, 2020
The first evidence of dogs going through emotional changes during puberty has been discovered. They are more likely to disobey orders from their dog-parents and be more difficult to train. Behavior does improve after puberty when dogs reach 12 months of age. Dogs are man’s best friend; a loyal four-legged friend with a never-ending ability […]
Dolly Pawton
June 26, 2020
This service dog isn’t just working a “9 to 5!” Dolly Pawton helps her owner, Amy Sherwood, who has medical issues that include mobility, heart and blood pressure complications, as well as emotional complications brought on from years of domestic abuse. Sherwood taught Dolly how to recognize when she needs assistance or care, and nominated […]
Dog Rules For Military
June 26, 2020
Regional and service-specific policies banning aggressive dog breeds on military bases have been a source of consternation and controversy for years. But a new provision in the Senate version of the next defense policy bill aims to clear up the confusion. An amendment in the fiscal 2021 National Defense Authorization Act passed by the Senate […]
Pet Effect
June 26, 2020
The “Pet Effect” is the idea that getting a pet will make you healthier and happier. This idea is highly promoted by the marketing departments of industry giants like Zoetis, the world’s largest veterinary products corporation. Psychotherapist Dana Dorfman is a believer. In a recent Psychology Today post, she extolled the benefits of pet ownership. […]
Activities For You And Your Pet
June 26, 2020
It’s no secret that pets provide love, loyalty and affection. This is even more apparent now that you’re spending more time at home with them. In fact, according to the 2020 Purina Pet Ownership Survey, 94% of pet owners rely on their pet for emotional support, which is particularly important during times of uncertainty. You […]
Canine Companions
June 26, 2020
A group of four-legged companions, trained to make a Positively Jax difference, perform physical tasks for people with a wide range of disabilities. The pups are trained by handlers at Canine Companions for Independence. Some of the dogs go to children to help them navigate daily life. Others go to wounded veterans or veterans with […]
Police Dog
June 26, 2020
When not busy catching baddies, police dog Buzz recently found time to stand to attention and bark his thanks outside Coventry’s hospital during the Clap for Carers, reducing some of the nurses present to tears. That noble vision sums up the dedication, heroism and compassion of the Warwickshire police dog section. Newly liberated from its […]
PenFed’s Service Dog
June 26, 2020
There’s a new puppy with a purpose at PenFed Credit Union. In partnership with America’s VetDogs, Ace, a yellow Labrador Retriever, will be raised to assist a military veteran or first responder with a disability. Andrea McCarren, vice president and chief content officer for PenFed Digital will raise Ace alongside Maverick, a service dog she […]
Canine Retiring
June 26, 2020
A long-serving and furry member of the Ministry of Environment has retired from Conservation Officer duties. Jaks, a Conservation Officer Service Dog, will be hanging up his collar after an eight-year career. His handler, Conservation Officer Cpl. Jamie Chartrand, said the 10-year-old Belgium Malinois helped officers with hundreds of investigations. Jaks’ knack for locating evidence […]
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