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”
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”
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”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – November
Ollie and Shadow There’s no “buddy” like a brother. If we could talk, the first thing that we would say is THANK YOU! To have a warm bed, endless food & water, fun toys, a mom, dad and twin sisters who show unconditional love to us. We are beyond lucky! Our story is quite simpleContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – November”
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”
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