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Pinedale Shootings
July 6, 2020
Authorities in Pinedale believe they are looking for the same person in a series of shootings that has targeted domestic household animals. The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public regarding a handful of pets that have been shot in the town of Pinedale. The most recent incident occurred on Monday, June […]
The Dogs That Sniff
July 6, 2020
On a sunny, cloudless afternoon in Croatia, a fierce wind known as a bora can whip over the Velebit mountain range and across the Adriatic Sea. When it reaches hurricane force, this cold and dry blast can render the steep, arid terrain—dominated by a porous rock topography known as karst—freezing at midday. Despite the area’s […]
Therapy Dog In Training
July 6, 2020
Meet Henry, the 1 year old therapy dog in training. Dog mom Maria spoke to Ireland’s Next Top Madra and told us all about her real life teddy bear: “The idea of Henry becoming a therapy dog came from seeing his lovely personality, he is pure love. When he sits near you, you can’t resist […]
Dogs Time To Play
July 6, 2020
Nova’s owner, Heidi, contacted Snozone after recently discovering that her Bernese Mountain Dog, who is nearly 8 years old, has incurable cancer. Snozone said: “Nova, a happy, wonderful dog, adores snow and it was one of Heidi’s wishes that her beloved companion would feel snow on her paws once more, before she says goodbye.” Although they are closed to […]
Emotional Support Canine
July 6, 2020
Rhonda, a 1½-year-old canine rescued from a high-kill shelter in the Los Angeles area, lifts her head to get some friendly pats. Outside the Santa Barbra County Fire Department’s Station 12 on Calle Real in Goleta, the brindle dog curls up at firefighter and handler Sam Dudley’s feet and gives a comforting nuzzle with her nose. Rhonda […]
Robotic Pets
July 6, 2020
When Hythe View nursing home had to close its doors to all but essential visitors in March, the Pets as Therapy dogs could not make their regular visits. Activities coordinator, Heather Heath noticed that many of the residents were missing the interaction with their furry friends, and the comfort and companionship the animals provide. After […]
Barrington Police Therapy Dog
July 6, 2020
The Police Department will become the first in Berkshire County to add a therapy dog to its force. The dog, which will also be used for community policing, is an English Labrador retriever which is being donated by Boonefield Labradors from New Hampshire. Officer Kristopher Balestro has been selected to be the handler and the […]
Lonely Therapy Dogs
July 6, 2020
On Friday, March 13, my dog Jonah and I were visiting a local elementary school shortly after classes had started. Jonah is a registered therapy dog and, until then, regularly visited several area classrooms each month as a reading dog. Ordinarily both staff and students welcome us with smiles and enthusiasm. But on that day […]
School Therapy Dog
July 6, 2020
She had missed the smells and sounds of the Carmarthenshire primary and the companionship of pupils. Rosie – a cocker and springer spaniel mix – is one of two dogs at the school, which has been open as a hub to children of key workers during the coronavirus lockdown. Her West Highland terrier comrade, Millie, […]
Four-Legged Friends
July 6, 2020
One of my favourite movies is A Dog’s Purpose based on W Bruce Cameron’s book about a dog that is reborn over and over again. The book touches upon the following questions: What is the meaning of life and are we here for a reason? In each reincarnation, the dog has a new purpose, with […]
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