Educational Resources
Myth: dogs who bite get “a taste for blood”
There is a common misconception that once a dog bites a human, they get an irresistible “taste for blood.” While it’s true that dog with a bite history may be more likely...
Myth: dogs who bite get “a taste for blood”
There is a common misconception that once a dog bites a human, they get an irresistible “taste for blood.” While it’s true that dog with a bite history may be more likely...
5 Ways that shelter volunteers jeopardize dogs'...
In an open-intake animal shelter, a bite incident can be a death sentence for a dog. Unfortunately, well-meaning, but under-trained volunteers often puts dogs in situations in which dogs are...
5 Ways that shelter volunteers jeopardize dogs'...
In an open-intake animal shelter, a bite incident can be a death sentence for a dog. Unfortunately, well-meaning, but under-trained volunteers often puts dogs in situations in which dogs are...
Myth: Pit bulls need a "strong hand"
The idea that pit-type dogs learn differently than other dogs, need to be handled with force, or must be punished for their behavior because of their perceived breed makeup is...
Myth: Pit bulls need a "strong hand"
The idea that pit-type dogs learn differently than other dogs, need to be handled with force, or must be punished for their behavior because of their perceived breed makeup is...
The Fallout of Visual Breed Identification
Visual identification - determining a dog's breed makeup based on their appearance - is commonly used in both animal welfare and law enforcement, despite ample evidence that it is highly inaccurate. Inaccurate breed...
The Fallout of Visual Breed Identification
Visual identification - determining a dog's breed makeup based on their appearance - is commonly used in both animal welfare and law enforcement, despite ample evidence that it is highly inaccurate. Inaccurate breed...
What Animal Rescue Advocates Need to Know About...
Amidst new CDC regulations for dogs entering the US as a preventative measure against rabies and a recent case in which 12 puppies were euthanized after rabies exposure, you may be seeing a lot...
What Animal Rescue Advocates Need to Know About...
Amidst new CDC regulations for dogs entering the US as a preventative measure against rabies and a recent case in which 12 puppies were euthanized after rabies exposure, you may be seeing a lot...
Why would a rescue choose to terminate a pet pr...
When a pregnant dog or cat enters a rescue or shelter, many organizations will choose to immediately spay her, thus ending the pregnancy. Terminating a pet pregnancy is often referred...
Why would a rescue choose to terminate a pet pr...
When a pregnant dog or cat enters a rescue or shelter, many organizations will choose to immediately spay her, thus ending the pregnancy. Terminating a pet pregnancy is often referred...