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Animal Welfare Groups
May 7, 2020
The Pandemic is taking a toll on the operations of animal welfare groups in Singapore as donations drop and fewer volunteers allowed on premises. Social distancing measures and circuit breaker regulations have prevented groups from holding regular fundraisers and limited the number of volunteers who can care for the animals under their charge. Ms Jessica […]
RCMP Police Dog
May 7, 2020
A 27-year-old man whose vehicle had struck a RNC patrol car in St. John’s and fled the city Wednesday afternoon was found by the RCMP police dog service hiding in the bushes near Cape Broyle on the southern shore about three hours later. Clarence Cantwell was arrested and is facing a number of charges including […]
Puppies Bring Stress Relief To COVID-19 Fighters
May 7, 2020
The troops are returning the favor with belly rubs. The dogs are courtesy of Puppies Behind Bars, a New York City nonprofit organization that pairs inmates in regional prisons with puppies to be trained to become service dogs. The group brought the dogs to hotels where guardsmen and medical providers were staying, as well as […]
Training Service Dogs
May 7, 2020
When Thatcher discovered the Ipswich-based Service Dog Project, Inc., she knew she had found a perfect fit for her passion — and helping others in need. The organization is located on a farm surrounded by fields, where dogs run, play, and learn. Once trained, the dogs are matched with those who may need them in […]
New Therapy Pup
May 7, 2020
The university’s Counseling and Psychological Services recently welcomed a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/poodle mix puppy — thanks to a donor’s pledge — who will join Baxter as the university’s second therapy dog. A forthcoming contest will help name the canine companion. “Baxter has been so phenomenal for the students,” said director of Counseling and Psychological […]
Pets Providing Peace During The Pandemic
May 7, 2020
People and families throughout the region are continuing to adjust to a new normal of physical distancing guidelines, stay-at-home orders and other developments of the coronavirus pandemic. Since the global health crisis can cause added stress, some people are finding comfort in the companionship of their pets. Marie Haigh, of Pottstown, homeschooled her three children […]
Guide Dogs Need Your Help
May 7, 2020
THE Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind’s Guide Dog Day (Friday May 8th) enables the charity to raise much-needed funds and is a day to celebrate the difference dogs make to those who are vision-impaired and the families of children with autism who can lead more independent lives. This year’s fundraising efforts have been taken […]
Cole The Deaf Dog
May 7, 2020
Celebrity chef Rachael Ray issued an invite to Cole the Deaf Dog suggesting he pup over to the studio and appear on her show. Cole and his human sidekick, Chris Hannah, fired up the Colemobile. The duo headed to New York City to spread their message of acceptance, a mission they launched two years ago at Mennies […]
Book About Beloved Therapy Dog
May 7, 2020
Mascot Books announces the release of The Adventures of Gunner the Poodle Pony: Gunner Meets Stella written by local author Lynne McGlothlen with illustrations by David Gnass. Review for The Adventures of Gunner the Poodle Pony: Gunner Meets Stella: Meet Gunner, the most amazing poodle you’ll ever see! Not only can he do tricks, he […]
Vermont’s First Police Therapy Dog
May 7, 2020
This week, the Williston Police Department introduced black Labrador Duke as Vermont’s first Comfort K9 — in training. He arrived in Vermont on May 3 at just eight weeks old, ready to begin his journey to becoming a certified therapy dog. Duke was donated to the department by Boonefield Labradors in New Hampshire. This brave […]
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