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When I’m Stressed or Anxious, My Guinea Pig, Dewey, Helps Me
April 22, 2020
I’m a happily married mom of two boys. On any given day, I am called to be a chauffeur, cook, referee, accountant, or nurse for my family. And for the most part, I juggle it all well. But sometimes my anxiety and depression get the better of me, and for that I turn to Dewey. […]
All dogs are emotional support animals right now
April 22, 2020
The world may feel like it’s falling apart outside, but my dogs remain blissfully ignorant. They, are currently living their absolute best life and could not be happier with this whole quarantine business. Let’s be honest, the dogs are the real winners of this whole debacle. I have no wise words or keen insight about […]
How To Clip Black Nails
April 22, 2020
This is our lovely little Yorkie, Patty. Patty has all black nails. Black nails are obviously the hardest to clip because it is not possible to locate the quick before trimming the nail. In this video we show you how to properly and safely achieve a nail clip when all of the nails are black. […]
Dogs could get extreme separation anxiety when quarantine ends
April 22, 2020
Fido may get frantic when the coronavirus quarantining ends. While isolated humans can’t wait until the end of work-from-home culture, canine experts say that lifting shelter-in-place restrictions could conversely cause “extreme separation anxiety” in the millions of dogs who’ve grown accustomed to their owners’ constant companionship during lockdown. “With such an overload of quality time […]
Woman faces bill to fly her pooch
April 21, 2020
An Australian woman who lived in New York is facing a $9,500 bill to fly her beloved pooch down under after she was locked out of the flight ban. Georgie Boyd, 29, was in London trying to renew her visa when flights from Europe to the US were cancelled. The wedding planner was forced to […]
Pets helping?
April 21, 2020
During these times, there is not much to do but stay inside or go shopping for essential living supplies. But there’s something that could help ease the boredom of staying home all the time: pets. According to the Health For Animals Global Animal Medicines Association, pets “provide us with companionship but also with emotional support, […]
Rural dog enters city
April 21, 2020
On March 10, a dog living just outside Nelson city limits crossed into the city, entered Danka Merunka’s yard on Johnstone Road, and killed her dog. She recalls hearing a commotion in her back yard and running outside to see her Havanese-Maltese dog Ryder being mauled. “I tried to grab my dog,” Merunka told the Star. […]
Drive-thru pet food
April 21, 2020
“This has got to be the greatest thing in the world,” said pet owner Lois Malone. “I don’t have to go to a store. I don’t have to be touched. I can stand back.” The clinic’s goal is to get free pet food to pet owners who need it, in the safest way possible. “Anybody, […]
Four-legged hero
April 21, 2020
During the stay-at-home orders, more and more retired veterans that are suffering mental and physical disabilities are looking for service dogs. For retired veterans dealing with PTSD and or physical injuries, COVID-19 is bringing up memories they didn’t know they had. Memories they tucked away in a dark place. That’s why the local nonprofit, Veterans […]
Pet Spotlight
April 21, 2020
Despite being stuck at home, The Wood Word’s Pet Spotlight still shines on. In the latest edition, Junior Graphic Design major Alexis Christiano talks about how her dog Stella assists her on and off campus.
Adopting Pets
April 21, 2020
While people are sheltering in place during this time of crisis, many Californians are seeking comfort and companionship—animal shelters have been a good place to find it. “People have been opening their homes and volunteering to be fosters. We’ve also gotten a lot of adoptions,” said Mary Jacobs, president of the Orange County Small Paws […]
service dogs training
April 21, 2020
Through an empty Mall at Fairfield Commons, little paws trot and gallop around Monday afternoon. Service dogs in training, this litter is getting to know a new environment. “Our greatest need is the for the puppies who have never been able to experience a big environment and so it’s a safe way for our staff […]
Dog vanishes
April 21, 2020
Perhaps it was an intriguing scent wafting in the breeze that led Cricket astray. Or the feel of open grass beneath her paws. No matter the reason, all Amanda Harlan Mendenhall knew Tuesday afternoon was that her deaf and blind 13-year-old poodle was gone from her backyard near the west end of Fellows Lake. “We let her […]
Pets in prison
April 21, 2020
Bringing rescue dogs and prisoners together in a remarkable rehabilitation programme in California is helping inmates learn valuable lessons. On an idyllic sun-drenched day in California, I find myself in jail. But unlike the 5,000 or so inmates of North Kern State Prison, located 150 miles north of Los Angeles, I’m here voluntarily, accompanied by […]
Canine officer
April 21, 2020
Niagara Falls uniform officers and detectives commenced an investigation into a robbery at a local hotel. The robbery involved the use of a knife and firearms. Two persons were injured. Officers arrested four persons shortly after the robbery. Cameron Chiang (42 years old) of no fixed address was able to flee the scene and has been […]
Farm animals as emotional support pets
April 21, 2020
Not everybody wants a dog or a cat as a pet — sometimes only a goat or a pig will do. Port Coquitlam residents can now apply to keep a farm animal as an emotional support animal and may be allowed to keep their special pet — even in a residential area— if they meet certain […]
Dog Sitting Service
April 21, 2020
Businesses that are not essential are all in the same situation. Grocery stores, pharmacies, internet providers, and of course, medical facilities, are some examples of businesses that are deemed essential. Camp Bow Wow petitioned to city to reconsider their classification. Dog sitting may not seem like an essential service at first glance. However, many of […]
PET SERVICE MARKET
April 21, 2020
The “Pet Boarding Service Market” 2020 report includes the market strategy, market orientation, expert opinion and knowledgeable information. The Pet Boarding Service Industry Report is an in-depth study analyzing the current state of the Pet Boarding Service Market. It provides a brief overview of the market focusing on definitions, classifications, product specifications, manufacturing processes, cost […]
Dogs during this pandemic
April 21, 2020
Only a few people take the time and effort required to feed the stray dogs during the lockdown period. The number is even smaller when it comes to taking care of injured animals. However thanks to people like A. Rangathan, a 63-year-old retired policeman and his neighbour S. Yovel, a class VI student, dogs in […]
Barfield Elementary’s School Dog
April 21, 2020
What started as an incentive to introduce the students at Tommie Barfield Elementary to understanding students and adults with disabilities, morphed into something much bigger, better and far-reaching. As the then-principal, there was an awareness spreading across the country of the benefit of service dogs, not only for adults with disabilities, but also for children. […]
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