
Mary
Today’s post doesn’t have anything to do with the Winnie’s Wishers, my own animals, or even any foster cats or dogs of mine. But it’s such a great story that I just had to share it with you. The day after Christmas a momma dog and her five puppies came into the shelter where my daughters work. The puppies were about seven weeks old at that time. The mom dog (Mary) was almost immediately noticed for being a really good momma. She was extremely patient with her babies, and

Are Black Animals Struggling to Find Forever Homes?
Are black animals struggling to find their forever homes? It is possible there are more black animals than other colored animals. If there isn’t a problem, why do shelters ask people to adopt, or hold special adoption events for animals of a black coat? There are reports from shelters across the nation that label this phenomenon as a problem. It is common for black dogs and cats to be in a shelter longer and adopted less than other colored animals. This is known as the Black

How to Potty Train an Adult Dog
It's no secret most shelter pets are not potty trained. With a little routine, adult dogs catch on to going outside. In fact, it is often easier to train an adult dog than a puppy. Here’s some helpful tips from dogtime.com to end mopping the floor a little quicker with you new adopted shelter dog. Before starting, Cesar’s Way recommends ensuring your dog’s issues are not… a medical problem (consult a veterinarian) a behavioral problem (consultant a canine professional) Schedu

A Home of My Own: Templeton's Story
Mary Kate Harpole was flipping through Facebook when she saw the photo of a black puppy. She paused and gushed at the puppy’s adorable face and fell in love with his name, Templeton. She showed her friends and family the puppy’s photo, and couldn’t seem to shake his image from her head. Though she already has three dogs at home, there was something about the puppy that made her believe he would be the perfect fit for her family. A week later, she found herself waking up with