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Apparently, most rescue and shelter dogs are dangerous

February 26, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Many folks believe shelter and rescue dogs are damaged, difficult to live with, and beyond repair. Often, those folks disqualify those animals when shopping for a new family pet. We hope we can change their minds here because, frankly, those folks are wrong. Pictured to the right is Zoey- you can read about her below. […]

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New Dharma Apprentice Program empowers dog lovers to become trainers

February 21, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

If you are interested in canine behavior and are looking to take on a new challenge (that could lead to a new career!), one the area’s top training companies has an opportunity for you. Beginning on March 17, 2018, is Dharma Dog Training’s 2018 Apprentice Program. The program will last one year, preparing participants for […]

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Animal Advocates Show Strength in Saturday Protest

February 18, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

After a busy few weeks documenting illegal breeders and sick animals being part of Pets R Us’ story, Bailing Out Benji and Puppy Mill Free Nebraska rallied outside the pet store on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018. Representatives from Pug Partners of Nebraska, Revolution Rescue, Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue, Heartland German Shepherd Rescue, Midwest Dog […]

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Omaha’s Pets R Us Owner: Dogs are from unlicensed breeder

February 13, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Recently, social media feeds for many area pet lovers were filled with angry tirades, questions about the law, and concerns over the well being of animals at Pets R Us, one of only two pet stores in Omaha that sells dogs. The latest maelstrom developed as an area woman posted photos and videos of sickly-looking […]

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Tomorrow’s big game: Who to root for and why

February 4, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Everyone will be watching the football game tomorrow night, and if you’re on the fence about who to root for, go for the Eagles. Anybody but the Patriots, am I right? Or maybe root for New England as former Huskers Rex Burkhead and Vincent Valentine look to get a championship ring. Let’s all just hope […]

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Join Animal Advocates at Nebraska’s Humane Lobby Day

February 3, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could walk up to your state representative and tell him or her what you wish they’d do for animals? You are in luck; The Nebtaska Humane Lobby Day gives you that chance. Nebraska Humane Lobby Day, March 12, 2018, is an opportunity for statewide advocates to voice their concerns […]

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How to stop Pets R Us and Tully’s from selling mill dogs and cats

January 31, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

We recently wrote a story concerning outrage from folks on social media in response to photos and videos a woman posted from her visit to Pets R Us, a local pet store that sells animals. Thousands of people read our story and more news outlets covered the concern, so there’s definite interest in this store and people […]

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Social Media initiates Pets R Us, Animal Control complaint

January 29, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Pets R Us and Tully’s Kennels are one of two things to Omahans. They’re either just another place to buy an animal OR a place to cite in the education of others on humane treatment of animals. The educators want you to know they think conditions and circumstances surrounding the stores are worth detailing, encouraging […]