Corporal Rebekah Ellis – Not Just a Dogcatcher
…dog breeds,” she said. “You never know what you’re going into. That dog could be aggressive with humans, it could be scared or fearful, it’s never a typical day to…
Meet HSPPR Spokesdog Ziggy!
…learn new tricks? Not me! In my new home, I had to learn how to use steps, a doggy door, and living with another furry family member. I love going…
Tis’ the Season for Trick-or-Truth
…valid ID and interviewing the new family, to make sure all of our pets are going to the best possible homes every time. Trick 5: We only put up perfect…
A Love for Wolves, Rhinos and Adventure! Fun Facts about Dr. Marisa
…our first dog I wanted to be really involved and I remember going to vet appointments with my parents and just being so fascinated by everything having to do with…
HSPPR Veterinary Intern Saves Sick Kitten and Adopts Him during the Last Week of her Internship
When Dr. Morgan Shaver first examined the kitten, she didn’t think he was going to make it. He was having trouble breathing due to the severe upper respiratory infection in…
Don’t be a “Kit-Napper” This Kitten Season
…do a great job filling in the role of mom, kittens are going to be set up for success best when they stay with their natural mother during the first…
Pawtoberfest 2020: The furriest festival of the year has gone virtual!
…the event: Monday, October 26: Fox 21 News anchor Abbie Burke will get to experience what’s it like to be a shelter dog at HSPPR! We are going to put…
Charlie and Lulu: A story of behavior, patience, and love
…issue. What was an issue was his anxiety from what I’m assuming was his expectation of eventually going back to HSPPR for a fifth time. (To this day he is…
Stranger Danger: A Guide for Anxious Dogs
…when new people come into your home. Before going outside to meet the new person (Sam), the guardian (Billy) should place a container of delicious treats next to the place…
2022 HSPPR Volunteer Superstars
…friend is going to have babies. Because while we can easily determine if a dog or cat is pregnant, we don’t have that luxury with many of our small mammal…
Common Mistakes for New Shelter Pet Owners
…too quickly – Shelter pets are going to a new home environment where the litterboxes and outdoors are brand new to them. Routines take a little bit to adjust to…
Meet HSPPR Spokesdog Opie!
…lounge, but can you blame me? Hanging out at the house is my ideal kind of Friday night since going on walks isn’t really my thing. It’s a good thing…
Separation Anxiety: Make Alone Time Less Scary for Your Pup
…alone. Before going into what we should do, here are some common myths of separation anxiety in canines. Common Myths Spoiling your dog creates separation anxiety. There is no research…
Keep Your Pets Safe During the Holidays
…ground to keep them warm. When your pet comes back inside after going out, be sure to wipe off their legs and stomach to get all the ice, snow, and…
Milo’s Journey Home: A Volunteer’s Tale
…home, unexpectedly driving with our new pup. He was a great passenger; no messes, no whining, or barking the entire way. It seemed he knew he wasn’t going back to…
What To Do if You Find a Cat Outdoors
…shelter. It’s true many feline friends don’t acclimate to the shelter environment. It’s stressful for them, and many physically shut down- not eating, drinking, socializing, or going to the bathroom….
Hot cars = hot dogs
…pet loves to jump in the car for an adventure with you, but please leave your pets at home if they’re going to have to be left unattended in your…
Home for the Holidays
…the building. We hope to have our lobby full of hundreds of ornaments by Christmas to celebrate every animal going home to their family. We can’t wait to see even…
