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The Joys of Fostering
During “kitten season” (starting in April and ending early October) every animal shelter and rescue across the country fills up and continues to get dozens of appeals to take in orphaned kittens or pregnant mothers.
Ten Health Reasons why Pets are Great for Seniors
Fewer Trips to the Doctor: Seniors who own dogs go to the doctor less than those who do not. In a study of 1,000 Medicare patients, even the most highly stressed dog owner/guardians in the study had 21% fewer physician contacts than people without a dog.
Introducing a New Cat to Other Pets
Cats are territorial, and in general they don’t like to share. A cat who’s unhappy about a newcomer may express his displeasure by fighting with the other pet and marking territory (peeing on the floor, wall, objects).
Introducing a New Dog to Your Resident Dog
When the new dog enters the home, territorial instincts tell the old dog that he is to defend his home.
Lend Me A Pup
I will lend to you for awhile a puppy, God said, For you to love him while he lives and to mourn for him when he is gone. Maybe for 12 or 14 years, or maybe for 2 or 3 But will you, till I call him back take care of him for me? He'll bring his charms to gladden you...
PIT BULL DOGS… Ban the Breed? or… Ban the Breeder?
Most Shelters have a lot of pit bull dogs. The pit bull "breed" is a combination of many breeds They come in all sizes, shapes and colors, short and stocky, lanky and leggy. It's easy to identify the pushed in snout and brindle coloring of the boxer, or the low-to-the...
Cremation Services Available
2489 Albany Post Road | Walden, NY 12586 845-778-5115 [yoast-breadcrumb] We offer private cremations and urns for your beloved pet. Please call the shelter at 845-778-5115 to discuss cremation options, costs and time frames with our staff. We hope to make this...
2016 Calendars!!
The cover of our Calendar are two pups we rescued from a high kill shelter! See more of our adopted and adoptable animals every month!! BUY your 2016 Calendar today! ONLY $10 when purchased at the shelter or have it mailed to you directly for only $12.50 per calendar!...
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