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Can dogs smell the virus?
April 21, 2020
In the past, dogs have been trained to smell and detect malaria in humans at a rate exceeding WHO standards for testing. Now Bloomberg reports, hopeful scientists in London are hoping they can be trained to do the same with the COVID-19 virus. Bloomberg reporters spoke with scientists at the London School of Hygiene and […]
Groomer Fights for the Rights
April 21, 2020
While a community of pooches can no longer see through their overgrown fur, the owner of Bubbly Paws spends every day trying to convince the governor’s office to designate dog grooming an essential business. “Regular grooming is not just about looking great; it is a vital part of keeping pets healthy,” Keith Miller says. He […]
‘Super puppies’
April 21, 2020
Tom Loy of Tallgrass Gordon Setters sits by the whelping box, where a litter of three-day-old setter puppies navigate their tiny universe from behind closed eyes. One by one, Loy lifts the puppies from the box and runs them through a series of brief exercises. When he is finished, the puppies go back into the […]
Pets of the Art World
April 17, 2020
Perhaps the only beneficiaries of the pandemic today are pets, who are suddenly getting around-the-clock attention while their owners work from home. And the joys are mutual: With their fluffy cuddles, unconditional love, and inability to talk back, pets make great quarantine companions for people, too. We asked art world insiders to share pictures of […]
Service pup in training
April 17, 2020
It’s not easy being a service-puppy-in-training during Shelter-in-Place. Puppy raisers Kurt and Kristy Handrich can only socialize 5-and-half-month- old Sammi with other dogs and trainers on Zoom. She can’t sniff other canine and practice her manners in restaurants. “Puppies have certain periods they should be socialized in, and we are hoping she won’t miss it. […]
Kind act
April 17, 2020
As essential service workers, Auckland Council Animal Management Officers are going above and beyond their normal duties as the COVID-19 lockdown continues. For Animal Management Officer Janine Murdoch, working through the pandemic is proving challenging – but rewarding. While on patrol last week, Janine spoke with the Ōrākei Marae gate warden who admitted the marae’s […]
Pups and People
April 17, 2020
In an effort to combat loneliness amid social isolation, the Animal Farm Foundation’s “Pets Together” program aims to virtually connect pets and people during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through these connections, the foundation hopes to bring lovable animals to those who require some fluffy company, offering visitors—who range from elderly folks looking for companionship to doctors […]
Furry friends
April 17, 2020
Has it been a while since you’ve trekked to your favorite dog bakery? Or even went on an extended walk due to social distancing? Well, if you’re looking for a way to get your four-legged kiddo’s spirits up, they’d be quite a lucky dog to retreat at this Indianapolis daycare. “Literally, if the dogs are […]
Dogs Trust Ireland offers
April 17, 2020
Aimed at workers who might be worried about their pet’s wellbeing as they work long shifts at hospital and care centres around the country, the initiative is being set up to offer them “peace of mind”. Some staff members with dogs are suddenly unable to tend to them at all for the majority of the […]
Response dog helps ease stess
April 17, 2020
One person was killed in a house fire in Boiling Spring Lakes earlier this week. The house was engulfed in flames in a matter of minutes, and there was little firefighters could do. The call came in around 4 a.m., and before all was said and done, crews from Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport and Sunny […]
Petco Workers
April 17, 2020
As the death toll mounts from the coronavirus pandemic, governors in 42 states have urged more than 300 million Americans to stay home. So it shocked some Petco employees this week to see shipments that are almost guaranteed to draw in more customers: Guinea pigs. Hamsters. Parakeets. “Why are we getting betta [fish]?” an employee […]
Foster Pets
April 17, 2020
Dogs Trust has offered to help get their four-legged friend fostered for the duration of the crisis. The charity’s heard from more than 700 people looking to mind a dog while they work from home. Boss Becky Bristow told us it seemed like an obvious solution; “We’re watching all these front line workers going into […]
Local dogs had a videoconference
April 17, 2020
We heard through the grapevine that the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church has mentioned a Denton church as being the master class in virtual worship. A local pastor said officials in the denomination praised Open Worship, a contemporary worship service of First United Methodist Church of Denton, for excellence in its online product. […]
Doggie daycare
April 17, 2020
They run, play, and bark, while their owners work on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. The K9 Kabana in Garner is staying open to serve essential employees. “We have quite a few clients that are in the medical field, first responders,” said owner James Mirgoli. “They’re doing a huge favor for everybody, doing […]
‘Stay at Home’
April 17, 2020
Pet owners now have to learn to obey the “stay” command, as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced most Daniel Island residents to remain home. While the stay at home ordinance may be “ruff” on owners, island animals are enjoying the extra attention. Many pet parents are concerned about how COVID-19 will affect their animals. According […]
Gifts For Dog Moms
April 17, 2020
For many women, the dream of motherhood looks a little different than what you’d find on an average parenting website: instead of baby cribs and onesies, some women imagine their babies a little furrier – and ideally with four legs. And then there are moms with the boundless energy needed to parent both human and […]
County shelter
April 17, 2020
It has been exciting and terrifying at the same time. This is how Supervising Animal Services Officer Stephanie Amato describes how the Yolo County Animal Shelter is adjusting to changes brought on by the coronavirus outbreak. The statewide shelter-in-place order has caused a ripple effect at animal shelters across California. Some have cleared out their […]
Delta Dog
April 17, 2020
Operation Delta Dog has been helping disabled New England veterans since 2013 — now, the organization is lending a hand to struggling small businesses, as well, through its new initiative: Operation Delta D.O.G. (Doing Others Good). For every $50 raised through the Operation Delta D.O.G. link, $25 will be used to purchase a gift card […]
facility for service dog training
April 17, 2020
The Mall of Fairfield Commons is offering their common area space inside the shopping center to the local nonprofit service dog organization, 4 Paws for Ability, for training each week. Volunteers with 4 Paws can typically be found in the mall throughout the year, walking and training their dogs so that they are able to […]
canine companion
April 17, 2020
Oak Ridge High School senior Nicole Shedd began working on her Girl Scout Gold Award during her sophomore year, deciding to take on a service project that checked two important boxes — fulfilling a passion and honoring someone she holds close to her heart. “Animals, especially dogs, have always been a passion of mine,” explained […]
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