Tag: Dogs

A Fun-Filled Spring

Spring in Arizona is upon us, and with our “Kids” being such an important part of our lives, spring is a great time to commit to making their health and well-being an even bigger priority. Here are just some ideas that can improve the lives of our cats and dogs: Measure your pet’s food, every…

No One Wants Me—I Am Only 9

Although November was officially Adopt a Senior Pet Month, there is no time like the present—Valentine’s Day! Older dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescues at a time in their lives when they need us the most! Maricopa County Animal Care & Control takes in more than 45 dogs a day! Unfortunately, older dogs are…

Supporting Animal Rescues

Time and time again, we get asked, “My condition currently restricts mobility to volunteer. How can we support a rescue?” First, a little about rescues and volunteering: About the Rescue Dogs: Each rescue dog is unique, and each one comes from a very different environment, type of socialization, neglect, abuse, or even abandonment. Sometimes their…

Rover’s Rest Stop: The Dreaded Retractable Leash

A retractable leash—length of thin cord wound around a spring-loaded device housed inside a plastic handle, which is designed to fit comfortably in a human hand with a button on the handle that controls how much of the cord is extended. These leashes are popular, primarily because they allow dogs more freedom to sniff and…

No One Wants Me—I’m 9

November was Adopt a Senior Pet Month, which served as a gentle reminder that older dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescues at a time in their lives when they need us the most! Last month, Maricopa County Animal Care & Control took in more than 30 dogs a day! Unfortunately, older dogs are the…