If you are in rescue, or have been around the animal community for any amount of time, you’ve heard of or been involved with Maddie’s Fund. If you’ve helped in the past, you know the good Maddie’s does. If not, here is a perfect opportunity to get involved and help your favorite animal shelters and […]
Our friends at Bailing Out Benji, a non-profit based in Ames, IA, continues to educate about and advocate for puppy mill dogs in its newest Mill Dog Monthly newsletter. Follow this link to read the newsletter. This month’s features include: Puppy Mill Survivor “Harley” and his effort to raise awareness for others trapped in mills […]
We found this story on The Dodo and just had to share- it’s probably the cutest and best story we have ever shared- in my opinion. Kids are literally reading to shelter dogs and I am dying with happiness. This is happening at the Humane Society of Missouri. The benefit for the dogs and the […]
In August, we were proud to sponsor the Ames, Iowa showing of Dog by Dog, a documentary from 5414 Productions that follows the trail of money running in and out of puppy mills in the U.S. If you weren’t able to see the film then, this might be your next best chance! Read about Dog by […]
For those of you who have wondered when Omaha will get with it and have a pet fashion week, your prayers have been answered. Omaha’s FIRST will take place on June 3 and 4. Omaha.dog, a website dedicated to connecting area pet lovers with pet-friendly businesses, is currently organizing Furshion Week. On June 3, join Omaha.dog […]
We know you are excited, but pets and Papillion’s Town and Country Humane Society are in on the March Madness fun as well. Read Rue’s story and help Town And Country, our local No-Kill animal shelter, compete for a share of nearly $11,000. From a press release we received this week: Town & […]
Our favorite thing to do is to share stories that inspire and celebrate our community shelters, rescues, good Samaritans, and animal lovers. Below, read a press release from Furry Friends Refuge, a community partner we love in Des Moines. MARCH 8, 2016 CONTACT: Sadye Scott-Hainchek, communications assistant (815) 494-2912 or sadye@furryfriendsrefuge.org COMMUNITY […]
A press release from our friends at Alley Cat Allies, an advocacy group helping felines around the world, inspired us to share what’s happening with Becky Robinson. She and her efforts are leading to the promotion of alternatives to mass animal control measures. Find the press release below. It also reminded us of the great […]
Join Domesti-PUPS on Sunday, March 13 at 4pm for a “pawsitively engaging presentation” by Stuart Stofferahn. Legacy Conversations are conducted using the premise that “The entire reason for our existence is the legacy we leave behind,” says the Domesti-PUPS website. This presentation explores the wisdom passed on from those who have experienced the reality of […]
In 1970, a then teen-aged Suzanne Wilke enjoyed her time working at “This and That for Dogs,” a pet store her aunt operated here in Omaha, but she likely had little idea that what she was starting to do would end up being her passion, career, and livelihood. She was a just a “helper” for […]
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