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How Much Sleep Do Dogs Need Each Day?

February 14, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

There are always recommendations about how much a baby, adolescent, adult, or senior human being should sleep. Many of us fall short of the recommended amount and, as those sleepyheads can tell you, effects can definitely be harmful. Whether it throws off diet, prevents us from exercising, or just makes us less-than-one-hundred-percent, a lack of […]

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Attend a pair of Meet and Greets with local rescues – Feb. 24

February 14, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

This Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, spend your afternoon at one or both of scheduled meet and greets with local rescue organizations! Below, find details on when, who, and where. Click the Facebook links to learn even more. *Note: both take place from 1 pm to 3 pm, so be sure to get around town in […]

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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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Meet Riki, Omaha Police Dept. canine cop, bomb squad vet

February 11, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Imagine the settings in which you work include bustling airports, big entertainment venues, and exciting events everyone wishes to attend. Pretty cool, right? A fast-paced environment with different situations and challenges each day is something many of us would love to do in our work. In that hypothetical situation, though, you mustn’t forget what you’re […]

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Grab this Valentine’s offer from our Pet Partner afloat: mind + body wellness

February 9, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Take advantage of a unique Valentine’s Day offer from one of our Pet Partners, afloat: mind + body wellness. Details are below, and click here to learn more about flotation therapy.  Now taking reservations for Valentine’s afloat after dark special occasion evenings. There are only ELEVEN opportunities to book these unique private spa experiences for two […]

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Dogs die in an Omaha house fire

February 7, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

On Tuesday, two dogs tragically died in a house fire near 69th and Spencer Street in Omaha. Luckily, no human lives were lost. One woman has been hospitalized due to smoke inhalation and investigators are still looking into the cause of the fire. We don’t know whether the home was equipped with any signs or […]

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Plan to attend Domesti-PUPS’ I Love My Dog Expo!

February 6, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

On Feb. 24/25, 2018, make the trip to Lancaster Event Center in Lincoln for Domesti-PUPS’ I Love My Dog Expo, one of the biggest annual expositions in our area! The I Love My Dog Expo is an annual benefit to help support Domesti-PUPS programs to ​provide ​service dogs, therapy dogs and adoptable animals. Event details: […]

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Attend the Nebraska Humane Society’s Rescue Rally event

February 4, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

Sunday, February 11, 2018 – Nebraska Humane Society’s Rescue Rally On Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., visit the Nebraska Humane Society at 89th and Fort Streets in Omaha to see over 20 rescue groups and their adoptable animals! You’ll see who could become the next member of your family, learn how to […]

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Support Rescue at the Omaha Home & Garden Expo

February 4, 2018 Eric Forrest 0

The Omaha Home & Garden Expo is always a giant event and gets everyone excited about warmer! This week, come on down to The Century Link Center to enjoy all the wonderful home improvement ideas AND meet some adoptable dogs! Northern Plains Boxer Rescue is one humane organization that will be in attendance. Details below. […]

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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 […]