Monessen City Park It all began on a Saturday morning on the Monessen City Park Walking Track. Registration prepared for the multitude of pets and their owners to partake in a day of fun and educational activities. Vendors set up their merchandise and food trucks completed their menus in anticipation of their consumers. The DJContinue reading “PAWS IN THE PARK & VENDOR SHOW”
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Pet Spotlight of the Month – October
OFFICERS SALZMAN AND K9 SAMMI K9 Deputy Kristie Salzman is a lifelong resident of Washington County. A 30 year Law Enforcement Officer, the last 9 handling two K9 partners for the Washington Co Sheriff’s Office. She was raised in Carroll Twp where she resides with her daughter. Always wanting a career in Law Enforcement, sheContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – October”
ADOPT A SHELTER ANIMAL MONTH
October is adopt a shelter dog month but remember all animals in shelters are looking for their forever home. When you adopt a dog from a shelter, you are helping to stop the cruelty often found in commercial breeding facilities, commonly called “puppy mills.” Last month’s newsletter did an article on the cruelty and livingContinue reading “ADOPT A SHELTER ANIMAL MONTH”
October Pet Dates
October is here, and with it comes a month-long celebration of all things creepy, crawly, and scary. Decorations abound in yards, windows, and workplaces. Among all the embellishments, don’t forget to find/make the most unique pet-tacular costume for your best furry friend and join in the festivities. Halloween rules but don’t forget that October isContinue reading “October Pet Dates”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – September
Jeff Toth and K9 Mitch “K9 Mitch was to have participated in the Mon Valley Paws in the Park & Vendor Show, but unfortunately Mitch has been struck down with an ailment of unknown causes. He has been scheduled for a battery of tests and when something definite is diagnosed, his prognosis will be postedContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – September”
PUPPY MILL AWARENESS DAY
It saddens me to post this picture, but people need to be informed of the inhumane treatment of the living conditions in puppy mills. Puppy mills are high-volume breeding facilities designed to churn out puppies for as much profit as possible. The needs of the parents of dogs and puppies are ignored, and they areContinue reading “PUPPY MILL AWARENESS DAY”
HAPPY HEALTHY CAT MONTH
National Cat Health Month is a full month dedicated to the physical and emotional well-being of your cat. Your cat’s physical health is just as important as her mental health. There’s a misconception that cats are incredibly self-reliant, and just don’t need the kind of coddling you find with dogs. The truth is that catsContinue reading “HAPPY HEALTHY CAT MONTH”
September Pet Dates
September is here and it’s time to kick-start a month filled to the brim with furry festivities! Get ready to mark your calendars because this month is jam-packed with pet holidays. We’re talking about everything from National Service Dog month, where we honor our loyal, hardworking service dogs, to raising awareness of the inhumane conditionsContinue reading “September Pet Dates”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – August
Linzi Troilo-Dalfonso and Marlo, Otto and Murphy “The three mutts! Marlo, 10, is suspected to be an Australian Heeler and Mountain Cur (a versatile hunting dog). She keeps her brothers in line and loves going for evening walks. Otto, 9, is made up of Lab, Pitbull, Husky, and Sunshine. He’s always happy, but especially ifContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – August”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – July
Hunter Stangroom, Louie, Denver and Moose “Louie, an American Pit Bull Terrier, was born on November 24, 2018, Denver (left) was adopted from an AKC breeder, and she was born on April 7, 2022. Moose (right) was adopted from a family who was unable to care for him in March, and his birthday is OctoberContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – July”
Mon Valley Paws 