Is your child fascinated by animals and nature? There’s an opportunity and place for them to explore the world of veterinary medicine with practicing veterinarians. The NYC Veterinary Specialist located on New York City’s West Side provide classes that teach children; how veterinarians think and work, the use of real tools, different topics ranging […]
Join Us To Help Save The Elephants Of Thailand!
In Northern Thailand, a beautiful movement is growing. Since the 1990’s, Elephant Nature Park has been providing a sanctuary to elephants rescued from street begging, logging, and various tourism based activities. And it’s about time someone did it! Elephants have been on the decline over the past decades; there are only about 500,000 […]
In Honor Of Father’s Day! Dog Moms And The Empty Nest!
Can a mama dog feel post-pawdum after her litter of puppies trots away to a new forever home? That depends on the mom, said Kristen Collins, director of anti-cruelty behavior services on the ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Behavior Team. “Some mama dogs seem quite pleased when relieved from puppy duty. Raising and nursing pups is hard […]
Animal Friendly Camps For Children!
SPCA Camps Offer Special Summer Experiences SPCA camps are the optimal choice for the child who loves animals. Led by specially trained volunteers and staff members, groups are small and campers learn everything from puppy petting to kennel cleaning. Featuring hands-on attention and daily interaction with our furry friends, campers enjoy a unique learning […]
5 Reasons You Should Call Yourself a Pet Parent and Not Owner
Dog parenting is possibly one of the most rewarding responsibilities one can experience during a lifetime. Many compare the unconditional love of a dog to that of a (human) friend or family member. This is just one of many reasons we should consider ourselves dog PARENTS and not OWNERS. These animals give just as much […]
Puppy Playtime During a Pandemic
2020 will go down in history as the year of the coronavirus pandemic. We’ve all been asked to stay inside, social distance, and isolate ourselves. Naturally, this isolating behavior has led to some people coming up with some pretty creative ways to entertain themselves. And the dogs of the world are LOVING it! Here are […]