I’d like to change the misconception some may have that positive reinforcement/force-free training is a free-for-all for the dog with no boundaries that relies on bribery.
"Losing Cassandra was devastating ... But I’ve made it my mission to help educate people about the dangers—to both humans and dogs—that can happen as a result of using these leashes."
I can remember how excited I was when I got a job at a pet store. Like most, I thought it would be so fun—playing with puppies all day! It didn’t take long to realize it’s not fun at all.
Blu invites you to enjoy the beautiful sidewalk-lined streets, gorgeous historic homes, parks, and the friendliest people around—in historic Springfield!
"One day I was petting Riley and discovered a hard, teeny knot the size of a BB in Riley’s ear. I couldn’t see the lump, but it felt like a small rock."
We’ve recently started using this adorable little french phrase in our home—Hü Poupe´d. I don’t expect you to be able to pronounce it—it’s rathar fancy-pants—but, roughly, it translates to "who pooped" in English.
The day Winnie and her siblings were rescued by Rescue + Freedom Project (R+FP) this little love pot couldn’t contain her excitement for her new found freedom!
Ever wonder why animal control officers hate animals? Well stop wondering because THEY DON'T! We interviewed Dee Zagari, Neptune Beach Animal Control officer. Animals are her life!
When a local program supporting Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) came an end, a plea was made to the public to help reignite the dog house program.
We are so very excited to announce another new staffer at Unleash Jacksonville! The adorable Gretel will be guiding us on a fantastic journey to live a more cruelty- free life!
Blue has overcome so much, being paralyzed at a very young age. He lets absolutely nothing get him down. For that reason, he is the ultimate badass! Read his story told by the Blue himself!
An anonymous person finds a MegaTurd under her bed, giving her (or him, it could be a him, we don't know who wrote this) a new perspective on life with dogs.
Unfortunately, I don’t know a whole lot about DUTY. I’ve never been called up to do much in my life except clean up kitchen spills—which I’m more than happy to do, by the way, especially ice cream. I’m very able-bodied when it comes to licking the floor.
“The night I got Liberty Bell I stuck a 45 in my mouth. I wanted a permanent solution. Now that I have Liberty in my life—the way she acts and responds to me—I no longer have that propensity.”
I could feel your eyes on me, humbly begging for my attention in the quietest way possible—with the stare. But like every morning, I was busy and preoccupied—and I was scrolling.
We were told Cooper was probably going to die only several weeks after we had adopted him from the Birmingham Humane Society. He was a sick little 8-week puppy, and the vet wasn’t exactly sure what was wrong with my very first baby.
When he arrived at the humane society, trainers immediately noticed the pup's ball drive. Not only did he want to pop tennis balls, but he also wanted to chase them. The pup — now renamed Ghost — was obsessed and would do anything to play with them. And that turned out to be a good thing.
This dog! Ohmythisdog. He’s the ultimate definition of resolute—wrapped up in beautiful shiny gray fur packaging, and topped with a black gumdrop nose. He is the inspiration for this issue.
I’m happy to introduce you all to Blue. Blue, meet … everyone.
Here is the gist of what I’m getting at today— let’s work on connection through thank you. Gratitude seems to be a buzz word right now, but I hope you’re not tired of hearing it. It’s the way to happiness, people.
The emotional well-being of your pet is such an important part of their overall health. Since invoking these new fear-free protocols at Pet Doctors of America, we’ve been able to truly make strides in making our patients’ visits actually pleasant for them!
So you have the romantic vision of a puppy under the Christmas tree, and the shiny happy kids in awe of your magical gift, huh? Stop, drop, and roll. Now get up and look me in the eyes. Please don’t do it.
If you were the judging-by-the-book-by-its-cover type (which you’re obviously not) you’d never in a million years see Pat Delaney as a woman who’d have a passion for the vilified Pit bull breed. But, joke’s on you! Pat has been rescuing female pit bull puppies for the past 35 years, and she has nothing but brilliant things to say about them.