Pets

6 years ago

Socializing your new kitten

Although the temperatures may not feel “springish,” spring always brings on an overabundance of kittens.

6 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of May 12, 2019

There seems to be some misconceptions about animal shelters and animal rescue organizations in general. I was actually shocked that some people think we are in rescue to make a profit.

6 years ago

Cute photos or not?

Most of us scroll through Facebook posts and we all love the photos of various pets and family shots. But recently I saw many photos of kids and dogs and the title was “These Photos Are Not Cute — They are Dangerous.”

6 years ago

Ark Animal Sanctuary – Week of May 1, 2019

In animal rescue you see so many different things, some things break your heart and others make your heart happy. Just when you think you have seen it all, you come across a case that just makes you want to cry.

6 years ago

Getting your cat back in the box

Some owners who are worried about getting bad news from the veterinarian will avoid scheduling an appointment for as long as possible.

6 years ago

When dogs don’t want to share

Resource guarding is an anxiety disorder in which a dog guards items that they deem valuable. Resource guarding can be present in any age dog. However, it generally starts in puppyhood.

6 years ago

The best bunny is a chocolate one

We enjoyed seeing many of you at the Spring Trash and Treasure Show at The Forum last weekend. It’s always nice to hear from those of you who have adopted pets in the past and to learn how they are doing. We love all the happy-ending stories.

6 years ago

How to win a dog’s heart

We hope that everyone will stop by the Forum this weekend, April 13 and 14, for the spring Trash and Treasure Show at The Forum in Presque Isle.