The Origins of Scoop the Poop Week Founded in 2002 by the Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists (APAWS), National Scoop the Poop Week aims to educate pet owners on the significance of cleaning up after their furry companions. APAWS, an organization of professional pooper-scoopers, recognized the need to address the environmental and health hazardsContinue reading “NATIONAL SCOOP THE POOP WEEK”
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Pet Spotlight of the Month – April
BIRCH AND RENA “Birch is a young stray chihuahua mix who was hit by a car as he ran across a busy road. A bystander called me to assist and meet them at the ER, where I handled his care. An ambulance brought him to the ER, and due to the extent his injuries, hisContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – April”
K9 VETERANS DAY
Tommy, a Chief Explosives Detection canine stationed at Coast Guard Maritime Safety and Security Team Kings Bay, receives applause Thursday, July 27, 2017, during his retirement ceremony in St. Mary’s, Georgia. Tommy has served in the Coast Guard for nine years and has been on 24 deployments. (U.S. Coast Guard/Anthony L. Soto) National K9 VeteransContinue reading “K9 VETERANS DAY”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – March
All But Forgotten & Leo “Leo came to All But Forgotten (ABF) in mid-January after concerned citizens called local police regarding Leo’s condition. Leo’s tail bone protruded through the skin, likely due to improper cropping. Apparently it was left untreated for some time resulting in necrotic tissue surrounding the tail wound. Additionally, Leo had aContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – March”
Why Do Dogs Eat Poop?
Dogs have several repulsive habits which include drinking from the toilet, rolling in mucky dirt or water, licking their butts then your face, but what is the most disgusting is when your dog munches down poop! It could be dog poop, rabbit poop or their own, but the question is WHY! While feces smell badContinue reading “Why Do Dogs Eat Poop?”
National Dog Biscuit Day
The original biscuit for dogs was whipped up by James Spratt in the 19th century. Prior to his square-shaped, fully baked brainchild, dogs would munch on sailor’s hardtack (a basic, long-lasting biscuit from flour, water, and sometimes salt, used by sailors, soldiers, and pioneers when fresh food was scarce) or gnaw on bread or leftoversContinue reading “National Dog Biscuit Day”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – February
Guru and Mara Weiser “In December I came across a post about a 2 year old German Shepherd mix named Guru, and I knew he had to be mine. Guru was scheduled to be euthanized in just 4 days when I saw the post. I had to get this process going ASAP to save thisContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – February”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – January
CALI John and Bethany Joseph “We moved into our new house in May 2020, during the beginning of the pandemic. From the very first day this cute, friendly cat showed up and kept trying to come inside. We could see she had a collar and a tag (her name was Cali) so at first weContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – January”
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Pet Spotlight of the Month – December
Benny’s Story Stephanie Moscoe is the proud parent of Benny. Mon Valley Paws was able to assist in the recovery of Benny with Emergency Grant money. We are proud to tell his journey. Benny was found at 2 months old at the Dollar General in Monessen. We had reasons to believe he had been thrownContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – December”
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