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COVID-19 = New adoption procedures at Nebraska Humane Society

March 30, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

This from the shelter’s Facebook page (March 28, 2020): ***UPDATE: We have new adoption procedures! To avoid long wait times for potential adopters, and to adhere to CDC guidelines for social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis, NHS is now accepting ONLINE APPLICATIONS only. Animals will be shown by appointment only, following submission and review of […]

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What is Foundation Training?

March 30, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

When we look a structure, we tend to admire it as a finished piece of architecture.  The grand size and scale often grabs our attention and wows us. However, underneath the facade lots of components have been involved in many aspects of no longer visible, structural foundations. These foundations are required to ensure the building […]

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COVID-19 postpones, cancels even more pet events

March 30, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Do you work with Domesti-PUPS or partake in any of its events and classes? Here are some updates you’ll want to note. As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) evolves, we are taking extra care of our clients and volunteers, and practicing social distancing. These challenges affect the way we are able to conduct business.Because of this many […]

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How Can a Dog Knee Brace Help Your Pet after an Injury?

March 29, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Like humans, canine companions are also susceptible to knee injuries and subsequent discomfort. Damage can occur when your pet pooch does fun things like running around or fetching that ball you threw. Sudden knee jerk reactions can also cause your dog’s knees to experience pain, swelling, or stiffness. Where surgical intervention is not feasible, alternative […]

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The most important thing you can do for shelter animals right now

March 27, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Imagine this scenario: Omaha or Nebraska or the U.S. mandates that everyone stay home while COVID-19 reaches its peak. That presents a bunch of challenges for everyone for nearly every reason. Because we want to stop to virus from spreading, we keep people home to save lives. There are two sides to every coin, however. […]

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Pet Sugar Gliders: Facts You Should Know About Sugar Gliders

March 24, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Thinking about adopt a sugar glider as a pet? You need to know these five facts before taking in sugar gliders as pets. Read on and be on the know. You don’t have to return from your next trip to the pet store with something like a goldfish or a hamster. Those animals make great […]

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Top Four Reasons To Use Hemp Oil For Dogs

March 24, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Are you a dog parent? Then you are probably constantly involved in improving the quality of your pet’s life. Always watching, observing their behavior, making sure that everything is alright and that they are safe and healthy. Sometimes, you come to realize that you might even take more care of the health of your furry […]

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3 Tips for Pet Owners on Training Rescue Dogs

March 21, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

Owning a rescue dog can take some work compared to raising other types of pets. Here are some tips for new pet owners on properly training rescue dogs from one of our guest contributors. Did you know that roughly 3.3 million dogs enter US animal shelters each year? A lot of people are interested in […]

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Are people who specialize in pet care “essential”?

March 20, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

There are countries in the world that have gone dark. Portions of our country have recommended or mandated that people stay home but for the essential things. That is, medicine, emergency food, or other functions deemed “essential” to communities and their survival. We don’t often deal in the semantic here, but will in this case. […]

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Get your pet’s food delivered during your social distance time

March 18, 2020 Eric Forrest 0

*Update- Nature Dog (132nd and Maple) is offering delivery and curbside pickup, too. Call (402) 697-7156 to set something up!* If you’re low on food for your animals and don’t want to venture out during this tumultuous time, there’s good news. Some area pet food stores will take your order, deliver it, or have it […]