March 2020

Afraid of Spiders? Keep Off the Grass, Please!

Bet you’ll think twice before walking on grass now. Did you know that there is an average of 50,000 spiders per acre in green areas? Wow, that’s really a lot! If you want to get rid of spiders on your lawn you can: Spray insecticides to control the insects on your lawn. Mow your lawn regularly. Remove spider webs frequently. Clean up your yard. You can get rid of the spiders on your lawn but just so you know, spiders are virtually everywhere. There are about 35,000 known species of spiders and they are endemic to every continent except Antartica. […]

26Mar

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 57 – Kauai Humane Society

As Kauai’s only open-intake animal welfare organization they work hand-in-hand with their community to foster respect, responsibility, and compassion for all animals. They have several programs to enrich the lives of their animals including their shelter dogs on field trips, volunteer dog walkers, cat socializers and more. The Kauai Humane Society also partners with several shelters on the mainland in their transfer program. This enables them to reach more adopters and find forever home for the animals. Website: https://kauaihumane.org/ Leah Pagaduan

25Mar

Animal Rescue of the Week: Episode 55 – Westie Rescue USA

Westie Rescue has been in existence for going on 26 years and has helped over 1,200 Westie find just the right home where they get a second chance at a great new life with open arms to hold them and a warm bed to sleep in. Who is Westie Rescue MidAtlantic? Westie Rescue USA/Westie Rescue MidAtlantic is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit organization incorporated in the Common-wealth of Virginia. The organization is dedicated to assisting West Highland White Terriers needing rescue from neglect or abuse or assistance in finding new homes. We primarily cover the Greater Washington DC area, including Delaware, Maryland, […]

20Mar

The World Through a Dog’s Eyes

Our eyes are incredibly impressive and complex. The human eyes can differentiate millions of colors and receive huge amounts of visual information. The farthest edge our eyes are able to see is about 3 miles away. This is pretty impressive but how does it compare to that of our canine friends? Well, on average, dogs have better eyesight than humans, but not as colorful. Although it is not true that dogs only see in black and white, they only have 2 types of cones which limit their color recognition. However, dogs beat us, hands down in the aspects of visual […]

19Mar

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 56 – Laramie Peak Humane Society

Laramie Peak Humane Society is the best keep secret in Wyoming. The shelter takes in impounds, strays and surrenders and their goal is to treat them as their own until they find them homes! They have a county wide TNR program and offer county residents spay and neuter vouchers. Rescued is their favorite breed! The LPHS is committed to the health and welfare of all animals, and the active pursuit of a loving forever home for every set of paws that enters their care. Hundreds of displaced animals come through their doors each year and it takes a lot of […]

18Mar

Animal Rescue of the Week: Episode 54 – Cooper’s Companions Animal Rescue

Cooper’s Companions Animal Rescue is a foster-based rescue located in Southern Colorado. Cooper’s takes in owner surrenders as well as working with high kill shelters. All of their dogs are spayed/ neutered, microchipped and have age-appropriate vaccinations. Website: http://www.cooperscompanions.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoopersCompanions/ Leah Pagaduan

12Mar

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 55 – Jackson Friends of the Animal Shelter

Jackson Friends of the Animal Shelter is a non-profit 501(c)(3) all-volunteer animal welfare group that works in tandem with the City of Jackson (Mississippi) Animal Shelter to find permanent loving homes for the adoption animals, to enhance the quality of life for the shelter animals and to provide spay/neuter services. It’s a group of volunteers who help the critters and was organized in 1995 to help the City of Jackson build a new city animal shelter. The group worked with former mayor Harvey Johnson and city leaders for years to develop the plan. The old building was located on Jefferson […]

05Mar

Animal Shelter of the Week: Episode 54 – Forest County Humane Society

Forest County Humane Society has been in existence for 25 years. Their mission continues to be the “Shelter from the Storm” a safe haven for companion animals, providing food, medical care, and human tenderness. To continue to enrich the lives of animals, families, and communities through adoption services, education, and by always taking a firm stand against animal cruelty. They try to give every dog training in basic obedience so that when they are placed in a home they will have basic manners that will make it easier on the dog and adopters. They work hard to give every dog […]

04Mar

Animal Rescue of the Week: Episode 53 – Hope Fur Paws Rescue

Hope Fur Paws Rescue is a new 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue. In their first year, they have adopted out over 60 dogs and 30 cats. They rely on donations to get everyone spayed, neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, treat any ailments, and put these furbabies on heartworm prevention. They find loving homes through Petfinder, Facebook, and our website. Their mission is to help as many animals as we can feel what love is. Watching them go to their fur-ever homes is the best reward! Website: http://hopefurpawsrescue.org/ Leah Pagaduan

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