The better to smell you with, my dear

When I walk in the house after being at the rescue, my dogs are all over me. They sniff my pants from ankle to hip, noses vibrating with excitement. And why not? So many other pups to smell!  But sometimes when I come home after being nowhere near another dog,...
What IS Socialization? Part 1

What IS Socialization? Part 1

Part 1 As an adopter of several reactive shelter dogs (dogs that “react” to other dogs, wildlife, or people by barking, lunging, or growling), I am passionate about getting the word out about properly socializing puppies. Unfortunately, while “socialization” is a word...

Gifts that give back

Don’t let holiday shopping stress you out…we’re here to help! As you go through your gift list this season, consider purchasing from small businesses that give back to rescue organizations. Here are a few suggestions, but simply google “gifts...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year

Mariah Carey and Nat King Cole croon through my car radio, my inbox is chock full of pre-Black Friday offers, and I can almost smell the pumpkin pie. Sure, my lawn is still covered in leaves and the leftover Halloween candy is calling my name, but time stands still...

Senior dogs need rescuing too

I’ve written before about how black dogs are often the ones left unadopted in shelters. But it’s not just the color of a coat that can have a negative impact on adoptions; senior dogs (age seven and older) are frequently left languishing while waiting for a family to...