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A Pet Is Good For Emotional Health
May 22, 2020
During this current period of quarantine and social distancing, you may have found yourself worrying not only about your child’s physical health but their emotional health as well. You may have shied away from getting a family pet in the past because you weren’t sure if you were ready for a pet and you weren’t […]
Are Therapy Dogs Stressed
May 22, 2020
“I know that you think you are doing something good, but all of you people who are associated with therapy dog activities are actually engaged in a form of animal abuse!” That startling statement was made to me by a colleague who is a clinical psychologist. She went on to justify her conclusion, arguing, “I know […]
Maryland’s First Detection Dog
May 22, 2020
Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey R. Gahler on Thursday announced the addition of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office’s (HCSO) newest law enforcement canine, K-9 Sata. K-9 Sata is certified as an electronic storage detection (ESD) canine and derives his name from the Serial AT Attachment, a computer bus interface that connects mass storage devices and a […]
New Dog Therapy Policy
May 22, 2020
The Massena Central School District’s Board of Education has adopted a new policy regarding the use of a therapy dog at the high school. The lone “no” vote came from board member Kevin Perretta, who had several questions regarding the policy during the board’s April meeting. The policy, which was scheduled to be adopted last […]
Golden Retrievers Help Deliver
May 22, 2020
A brewery on Long Island is delivering more than just beer during the coronavirus pandemic. It’s delivering joy brought by two golden retrievers carrying beer cans. Buddy and Barley are the resident dogs of the Six Harbors Brewing Company in Huntington. Like everyone else, COVID-19 forced the company to do only pickup and delivery. So […]
Leveling Up Animal Care
May 22, 2020
A new contract between the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society (WCGHS) in Washougal and the Humane Society for Southwest Washington (SWHS) in Vancouver is helping give the local animal shelter more stability while providing a higher level of care for stray animals coming into the Washougal shelter from the cities of Washougal and Camas. Under […]
Connecting With Canines
May 22, 2020
After serving in America’s armed forces, Stanford’s student-veterans shifted their focus to academia and research. But since arriving on the Farm, some have continued to heed the call to serve with help from some animal companions. In partnership with the non-profit organization Warrior Canine Connection (WCC), student veterans volunteer to train dogs to be service […]
Paws Of Honor
May 22, 2020
Some eastern panhandle residents have found a charitable way to match their love for dogs and ties to law enforcement and service veterans groups. These special canines have served with handlers in the military and law enforcement on dangerous explosives — or narcotics — detection assignments. But the day comes when we all have to […]
Newton Pups
May 22, 2020
Currently on furlough due to COVID-19, Annie, Piper and Taco are chomping at the bit to return to their volunteer work. The three tiny Papillons, owned by resident Jo-Edith Heffron, miss working with the patients at Good Shepherd Continuing Care and seem eager to return. Heffron explained more about how the trio became therapy dogs […]
Protecting Houston Pets
May 22, 2020
As more Americans stay home during enforced quarantines — such as the stay-home extension ordered by Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo — a dark trend has emerged. Reports across the country reflect an increase in domestic violence, which experts blame on isolation, stress, and anxiety. One reason why individuals stay in abusive households is to […]
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