During the sweltering dog days of summer, a Texas Department of Safety officer found 28 French Bulldog puppies packed tightly in plastic crates in a moving van in Texarkana, Texas. With no access to food or water in a van where it was 121 degrees, the puppies suffered from heat-related illnesses. Fortunately, the Humane Society […]
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You Can Help Fight the Puppy Mill Problem
As American Humane reports on another dramatic puppy mill rescue—89 dogs living in a 10 x 60 foot trailer and 166 dogs living in a small house in Washington state, many of whom were severely ill—we are reminded that puppy mills are still a major problem in the U.S. Since retail pet stores mainly source their animals […]
American Humane Rescues Pets from Hurricane Florence Flood Waters
When natural disasters strike, we are comforted to know—and honored to support—the organizations that devote themselves to helping our pets. As residents in the Carolinas fled inland for safety in anticipation of Hurricane Florence, American Humane’s first responders headed straight for the targeted areas and successfully evacuated animals from shelters along the South Carolina […]
Why Are So Many People Adopting Senior Dogs?
The word is out! While cute little puppies are hard to resist, more and more people are leaving shelters with senior dogs in tow—lovable, loyal, life-wise companions. Here’s why: All the love without all the …. Senior dogs already know how to cuddle—they also already know where NOT to go to the bathroom and what […]
What’s the Hottest Challenge That’s Giving Dogs Even More Internet Fame?
Want to make your pooch a pro at the Snoot Challenge? 1. Use your fingers—or your hands—to make a hole big enough for your dog’s nose 2. Hold a mouthwatering, irresistible Liv-A-Littles® treat inside it 3. Watch you send his snoot straight through for his treat 4. Let them know how awesome they are! […]
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