<p>You’ve probably seen ads from the Humane Society of the United States: Slow, sad music and pictures of needy dogs and cats that your donation will help—supposedly. In reality, these ads are perpetuating a massive deception on animal lovers. Only 1% of the money raised by the Humane Society of the United States is given […]</p>
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<p>Washington, D.C. — Veterans’ advocates are urging Congress to make the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) support organizations that provide service dogs to veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder and other conditions. The Association of Service Dog Providers for Military Veterans held a press conference Tuesday with members of Congress to advocate for the Puppies […]</p>
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<p>STARKVILLE, Miss.—A recently completed study by two researchers in Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine brings American animal shelter canine populations into sharper focus. The study by CVM faculty members Kimberly Woodruff and David R. Smith uses survey and capture/re-capture methodology to estimate the number of dogs in U.S. animal shelters, adoption rates, transfer […]</p>
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<p>Petland has celebrated more than 350 wishes granted during its 20-year relationship with Make-A-Wish America. Safari Stan’s Children’s Charities by Petland was formalized in 1994. Petland has two children’s charities: Make-A-Wish and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Annually, Petland collects funds year-round for St. Jude, collecting nearly $500,000 since 2009. And, since 1998 has fulfilled more […]</p>
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<p>The claims dog DNA-testing companies make can seem all but definitive: One quick cheek swab can tell you not only about the breeds that make up your pooch but also offer it a lifetime of health. Pay $65, and you can make smarter, science-based decisions about veterinary care. You can be a more responsible dog […]</p>
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<p>A local teenager’s creation is helping a nonprofit organization provide specially trained dogs for adults and children with disabilities. As part of his community service project to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout, Matt Ketchen built a 16-by-20 feet puppy enrichment playground for Heartland Service Dogs in Mokena. The 17-year-old senior at Lincoln-Way East High School […]</p>
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<p>Ron Solsrud from Petland in Iowa City explains tricks to potty training puppies and dogs of any age.</p>
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<p>August 6, 2018 Petland in Chillicothe, Ohio, has been matching the right pet with the right customer for more than 50 years. They are also helping support families who find the right pet at the Ross County Humane Society. Since March of 2016, anyone who has adopted a dog from the local humane society has received a […]</p>
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<p>ANIMAL WATCH-“Puppy-mill” bans are increasingly being exposed as unable to stop the commerce of mill-bred animals in cities/states where they have been passed. An in-depth Chicago Tribune investigation revealed on May 18, 2018, that several large-scale commercial breeders have also been operating as “rescues” which offer puppies in restricted cities from the same litter as those supplied […]</p>
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<p>July 2015INTRODUCTION A major goal of the National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) is to reduce the number of adoptable pets that are euthanized in American animal shelters. The problem of unwanted pets and shelter euthanasia is a multi-faceted problem, however, and to make progress toward effective solutions, we need a clearer understanding of the many […]</p>
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<p>Just last month the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared victory over canine rabies in the United States — a fatal virus that kills 55,000 people a year globally. That declaration may have been premature. A growing demand for overseas dogs — many from countries where the disease is endemic and the animals are […]</p>
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<p>In many states, shelters and rescues import far more dogs and puppies for adoption each year than all pet stores sell combined. The claim that pet stores are responsible for overpopulation is simply not true… You can also read here about why you should feel confident in purchasing your new puppy from Uncle Bill’s Pet Centers. The shelter […]</p>
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