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Speaker shares puppy mill concerns with Doane College students

October 31, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

“Nebraska is one of the biggest producers of puppy mills,” Andrea Holmes, associate professor of Chemistry at Doane University said recently in a presentation to students at the college. Nebraska is one of the top seven states in the country that produces puppy mill dogs. Holmes is one of many who are concerned with the […]

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New Paw Spa location updates, answers from owner- Kevin Irish

October 29, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

The Paw Spa has become one of Omaha’s premier grooming and boarding destinations. And along with it’s west/central Omaha location, Kevin Irish and his team is ready to bring another location to northwest Omaha. The second location is in the midst of planning and opening. At 168th and Blondo, on the southwest corner, the new […]

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Pit Bulls are among the most tolerant dogs, research shows

October 29, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Hundreds of counties, a number of states, even a small number of countries around the world have not only breed restrictions, but bans on certain dogs. Pit Bull Terriers and other “pitty mixes” are the most common dogs that appear on those restricted breed lists. Believe it or not, new evidence shows these dogs are […]

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Stay Safe this Halloween with tips from PetCO

October 29, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

Ghergich and PetCO have teamed up to provide Pets in Omaha with some great information and graphics you can use to keep your pets safe this Halloween! Below, you’ll find some great tips and easy-to-follow graphics that will help you stay informed and safe this holiday! Find more at this site. Costumes! Decorations! Lights! Candy! Parties! […]

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Hot Halloween Costume Ideas for you and your Pets

October 21, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

About one in every seven Americans say they’ll dress up their pets for Halloween this year according to a survey by the National Retail Federation. The most popular costumes for these pets are hot dogs, pumpkins, and bumblebees. What’s interesting about this to us: One, that’s a big number of people dressing their pets up. Yet […]

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Domesti-PUPS offers canine first aid and CPR courses

October 15, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

K9 first-aid and CPR certification class will be available October 23 in Lincoln. The class is taught by Colorado paramedics Dan Ponce and author of the book “K9 Medic” Eric ‘Odie’ Roth. Eric has taught over 1,700 dog owners and professionals his paramedic-based material since 2009. This class is a must for any dog owner […]

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Four reasons to consult your vet before treating your pets

October 13, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

When your pet is ill or injured, you want to find the best solution to their problems and ease their pain as quickly as possible. However, it is important to speak with your pet’s veterinarian and discuss what you plan to administer before jumping into treatments. Assisi Animal Health has recently shared four reasons to consult a […]

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The Nebraska Humane Society is at cat-pacity

October 13, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

It’s like a broken record, but the Nebraska Humane Society is full of cats…again!  The shelter needs help to get the word out and make space. Here are some numbers that help explain the situation: Overall cat intake is up 338 kitties this year compared to this time last year. While strays are down 115—owner surrendered cats are […]

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Meet Joey from Helping Hand for Animals

October 10, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

We can’t possibly feature every adoptable animal in area shelters and rescues (there are thousands waiting for homes every day), but when we hear of one that has been waiting for a home for too long, we share. Meet Joey. Joey came to rescue this summer through Helping Hand for Animals, based in Omaha. He […]

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Pets in Omaha’s 2016 Shelter Aid Recap

October 10, 2016 Eric Forrest 0

On Saturday, October 8, the Nebraska Humane Society, Midlands Humane Society, and Town and Country Humane Society joined Pets in Omaha at Plaza Buick GMC in Omaha for the 2016 Shelter Aid Donation Drive. Five adoptable dogs from the shelters were in attendance along with some shelter alumni and Baxter from the Nebraska Humane Society. […]