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Stealing One Photo Can Help Shelter Pets Find The Home Of Their Dreams
Stealing One Photo Can Help Shelter Pets Find The Home Of Their Dreams
Does Your Shelter Dog Look Like An American Hero? 30 MARCH, 2018 It's no secret around here that we love Sgt. Stubby. He's the perfect example of how ALL DOGS ARE INDIVIDUALS. While it's true not every dog can go from the streets of America to heroically saving...
A Dog Died On A United Flight. Here’s The Problem No One’s Talking About
A Dog Died On A United Flight. Here’s The Problem No One’s Talking About
A Dog Died On A United Flight. Here's The Problem No One's Talking About 19 March, 2018 The tragic story of a beloved family dog dying on a United Airlines flight went viral last week. There were lots of conversations about what the incident says about the way...
Help These Two K9 Heroes Get the Recognition They Deserve
Help These Two K9 Heroes Get the Recognition They Deserve
Two of Animal Farm Foundation's police dogs are Hero Dog Award Nominees!
Officer Lucky Huff and K9 Wilson Share a Journey of Friendship and Bravery
Officer Lucky Huff and K9 Wilson Share a Journey of Friendship and Bravery
“When I took the leash, we started a journey that I’m thankful for every single day.”
Perpetuating the Myth of “Pit Bull” Dog High Pain Tolerance Doesn’t Help Dogs, It Hurts Them
Perpetuating the Myth of “Pit Bull” Dog High Pain Tolerance Doesn’t Help Dogs, It Hurts Them
"Pit bull" dog advocates can be just as guilty of believing stereotypes and myths as pro-BSL individuals. Your efforts should always be focused on science, not myth.
This Is One of the Most Important Educational Tools for Your Shelter Staff
This Is One of the Most Important Educational Tools for Your Shelter Staff
We've broken down the science of all dogs being individuals and why no dog should be judged based on what they look like.
Simple Ideas that Will Make Shelter Dogs So Happy They’ll Shower You With Kisses
Simple Ideas that Will Make Shelter Dogs So Happy They’ll Shower You With Kisses
Even the smallest changes in a dog's routine can make a big difference.
Tapping Into A Dog’s Senses Can Be the Most Powerful Tool to Keep Them Happy
Tapping Into A Dog’s Senses Can Be the Most Powerful Tool to Keep Them Happy
Massages sound just as good to dogs as they do to you.
You Don’t Like to Be Bored, and Neither Do Shelter Dogs
You Don’t Like to Be Bored, and Neither Do Shelter Dogs
Here's how to keep them happy and healthy - and help them find homes faster!
Taking 30 Seconds to Take a Video of a Shelter Dog Might Be The Key to Finding Him a Home
Taking 30 Seconds to Take a Video of a Shelter Dog Might Be The Key to Finding Him a Home
If a picture is worth 1000 words, a video is worth a million.
Don’t Be Boring and Other Secrets to Finding Dogs Homes
Don’t Be Boring and Other Secrets to Finding Dogs Homes
Tips for building an online community around the dogs in your care.
Rescue “Pit Bull” Service Dog Goes to Work Every Day to Keep His Human Safe
Rescue “Pit Bull” Service Dog Goes to Work Every Day to Keep His Human Safe
One shelter dog changed the life of one woman in so many ways.
The First Story You Tell About a Shelter Dog Has the Power to Change Their Life
The First Story You Tell About a Shelter Dog Has the Power to Change Their Life
A dog's adoption bio means everything to potential adopters - and the dogs in your care.
The Language We Use to Talk About Dog Fighting May Do More Harm than Good
The Language We Use to Talk About Dog Fighting May Do More Harm than Good
Are we helping dogs or reinforcing stereotypes?
Easter Egg Hunts Give Dogs a Chance to Sniff Their Way into the Hearts of Potential Adopters
Easter Egg Hunts Give Dogs a Chance to Sniff Their Way into the Hearts of Potential Adopters
A little nosework and a lot of cuteness can help the dogs in your care find homes.
A Simple Walk Can Teach Reactive Dogs How to Make Friends and Help Owners Find the Support They Need
A Simple Walk Can Teach Reactive Dogs How to Make Friends and Help Owners Find the Support They Need
There's no judgment and no stereotyping, just a lot of support.
Loosening the Reins on Kennel Enrichment Might Be the Secret to Happier Dogs
Loosening the Reins on Kennel Enrichment Might Be the Secret to Happier Dogs
And happier dogs lead to higher adoption rates.
Mandatory Spay/Neuter Laws Aren’t the Best Way to Create Safe And Humane Communities
Mandatory Spay/Neuter Laws Aren’t the Best Way to Create Safe And Humane Communities
Policies focused on accessible services, outreach, and education are far more effective.
12 Answers to Your Burning Questions about Removing Breed Labels
12 Answers to Your Burning Questions about Removing Breed Labels
Ever wonder about the difference between "mixed" and "unknown" breeds? You aren't alone.