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ASPCA News Alert

By | February 17th, 2017|Categories: Advocacy, General, Pet Advice|

After Shocking Abuse, Jamie is Finally Given Her Chance to Shine When Jamie was rescued, she was emaciated and soaked in urine. She spent six months recovering before she found the perfect home. Don’t miss sweet Jamie’s remarkable story of recovery. Lawmakers Cuddle Up to Adoptable Pets at Paws for Love Puppy love was in the air on Capitol Hill this Valentine’s Day as members of Congress and their staff spent some quality time with adoptable cats and dogs during the fifth annual ASPCA Paws for Love celebration.   Picture Perfect: Young Girl’s Photos Help Local Shelter Animals Find Homes After rescuing three small rabbits, 11-year-old Hailie dedicated her time—and photography skills—to her local Humane Society to promote adoptions and enrich the lives of the available animals. Read more about Hailie’s selfless commitment to animals in need. Special Delivery! ASPCA Brings Foster Kittens to L.A. Offices In an effort to promote our life-saving L.A. kitten foster program, a team of ASPCA workers, along with volunteers and one very special celebrity guest, spent Valentine’s Day visiting offices in Los Angeles with tiny kittens in tow. See the adorable pics! Moving Toward More Humane Restaurants Kudos to Happy Valley Meat Company for its commitment to [...]

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The Humane Society – 2016 Progress Report

By | January 12th, 2017|Categories: Advocacy, Cleveland News, General|

The Ohio State Legislature adjourned on December 30 after a productive two-year session with lots of progress for animals. Highlights from the session include: • The state legislature passed powerful animal welfare reforms, including SB 215, which grants civil immunity to people who forcibly enter a motor vehicle to rescue a pet or child in distress, and HB 60, which strengthens penalties for first-offense egregious acts of companion animal cruelty. • The state legislature also passed a provision that criminalizes bestiality and a significant provision that makes cockfighting a felony offense and upgrades one of the weakest anti-cockfighting laws in the country. • On a local level, Ohio saw the enactment of anti-tethering ordinances in cities and towns across the state. • Unfortunately, a bad provision known as SB 331 passed into law. Advanced by the Ohio-based pet store franchise Petland, this legislation bans local governments from prohibiting the sale of puppy mill dogs in pet stores. The gains we achieved would not have been possible without calls, letters and other efforts from advocates like you -- thank you! Together, I know we'll make even more progress for animals in the next legislative session. In the meantime, I invite you [...]

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OVCA Animal Legislation Update: 131st Ohio General Assembly (2015-16; attached)

By | January 6th, 2017|Categories: Advocacy, Cleveland News, General|

THE GOOD NEWS! SB 215 (Grants immunity to citizens who forcibly enter a motor vehicle to rescue a pet or child) was signed into law by Governor Kasich on May 31, 2016. With its passage, a person is now granted immunity from civil liability for any damage resulting from the forcible entry of a motor vehicle for the purpose of removing a minor or an animal from the vehicle because the minor or the animal is in imminent danger of suffering harm. Many thanks to the coalition of six animal welfare advocacy/rescue organizations - Angels for Animals, Justice for Herbie, Joseph's Legacy, Nitro Foundation/Nitro's Ohio Army and Ohio Coalition of Dog Advocates and OVCA - who have worked diligently with OVCA to help craft and support this important piece of legislation for Ohioans! In addition to this new law, language increasing criminal penalties against cockfighting, bear-beating and pitting an animal against another animal (HB 215) was passed as an amendment to SB 331 and signed into law by Governor Kasich on December 13, 2016. Many thanks to everyone who made calls, wrote letters and visited their state representative and senator to help create this positive change for people and companion [...]

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Retractable Leashes: Dangerous And Deadly For Dogs And Humans

By | October 14th, 2016|Categories: General, Pet Safety Tips|

Consumer Reports first sounded the alarm, “Retractable leashes pose problems for people and their pets,” and it’s no exaggeration. Retractable leashes are wildly popular and are sold at every pet store or available online. People often choose them thinking it will give their dog a little extra freedom to sniff and poke around on walks. Unfortunately, the upside to this type of leash is far outweighed by the risks they pose. A retractable leash is a length of thin cord wrapped around a spring-loaded device housed inside a plastic handle that fits comfortably in a human hand. A button on the handle controls the amount of cord that’s extended. As that cord plays out, the dog is less confined to walking beside you. Some cords extend up to 26 feet. A dog at the end of a retractable leash can get far enough away from their human to get into trouble–able to run into the street or to make uninvited contact with other dogs and people. If your dog is on a retractable leash and approached by an aggressive dog, it’s hard to get control of the situation. It’s easier to protect an animal on a standard leash than one [...]

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July Fourth Fireworks: Awesome for Humans, Terrifying for Pets

By | June 30th, 2016|Categories: Cleveland News, General, Pet Advice, Pet Safety Tips|

Loud noises can terrify pets, so don't include them when celebrations will include fireworks. The HSUS. Many people enjoy the booming sounds and flashing lights of fireworks, but they can be terrifying and overwhelming for pets, and possibly hazardous. On the Fourth of July, so many pets are frightened and try to escape the sights and sounds that animal shelters around the nation report a dramatic increase in lost pets during the holiday. Help your pets keep their cool: Follow our four steps for making them safe during loud—and hot—warm weather festivities. 1. Keep your pet safely away from fireworks Our pets are more sensitive to loud noises, flashing lights and strong smells, so on the Fourth of July (and the days around it when people are likely to set off fireworks), it's best to leave your pets safely indoors, preferably with a radio or TV turned on to hide jarring noises. Even pets who are usually kept outdoors should be brought inside. And if you are going to an Independence Day event and cannot leave your pet unattended at home, keep her leashed and under your direct control at all times. 2. If your pet is scared [...]

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The Importance of Canine Socialization!

By | June 27th, 2016|Categories: General, Pet Safety Tips|

When dogs are properly socialized they are more confident and less stressed through their entire life. Dogs are context thinkers and learners.  Which means, they learn as a matter of the result and/or situation.  The best time to start exposing dogs to socialization is during the critical stage known as imprinting.  This is typically at the age of  eight to twelve weeks old.  However, it is important to always keep socializing your dog and doing this activity in different locations and situations.  Never stop socializing and exposing  your dog to new situations! When exposing your dog to new situations keep it short, upbeat and give lots of high value treats.  Always keep your dog under control and safe. Exposure to adults and children is a must.  However, timing and making it positive are important too. Photos courtesy of David Speaker, Probizwriters (2016) Here are just a few safe suggestions for locations to socialize: Obedience classes, parks, events, parties, pet store and shopping centers. Take your dog inside the bank on a leash well controlled, give some easy commands and leave. Obedience classes referred by your veterinarian offer the best opportunity to insure success. Have fun!  Remember positive repetition and consistency!  Be [...]

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Pharrell – Happy (Puppy & Doggy Version)

By | June 14th, 2016|Categories: General|

Stay tuned for our canine socialization tips!

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Tips for dogs and deer in springtime

By | June 4th, 2016|Categories: General, Pet Advice, Pet Safety Tips|Tags: , , , |

In springtime mother deer can be protective and territorial. If you approach with off leash dogs, your dogs may get a surprise charge or kick, and you may end up with a big vet bill. To avoid mishaps, stay clear of deer when they may be protecting their young and leave unattended fawns alone.   Deer attacks dog in graphic scene caught on video www.digitaljournal.com/article/294272 Deer attacks dog in graphic ... while defending their two dogs from an irate deer. The dogs were ... and you're the one at risk of serious injury or ... If your dog is not trained well on the recall command ( come, leave it) or you do not have proper/secure containment, canines are well known for chasing deer for miles and becoming lost. Train your dog consistently on the recall command.  Make sure to practice this training technique in different environments and with distractions.  Use a long soft cloth leash when doing your initial training so should your canine companion bolt you have a better chance of stepping on or having the leash get caught up on debris.    Remember to always use one word commands,  great treats and lots of positive praise for  immediate results.  Never [...]

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Cold weather dangerous for stray animals

By | May 6th, 2016|Categories: Friends of the Bay Village Kennel, General, Lost Pets, Pet Advice, Pet Safety Tips|Tags: , |

Three darling Bay Village cats came very close to being victims of the bitter early cold snap that hit our area last week. Because of the rapid response, compassion and warm-hearted residents, each were rescued by different individuals or families in Bay and all ended up in forever homes. Friends of the Bay Village Kennel would like to remind residents to report animal issues to the Bay Village Police at 871-1234. Please remember to keep all pets safe, have identification and provide shelter and food. If you are aware of an animal that does not have the proper shelter, please contact the police or call Ruth Glasmire, president of Friends of the Bay Village Kennel, at 835-8139 for options on how to make or purchase outside housing for animals. Per public records requests the City of Bay Village has just over $8,000 in donations under animal control. This is item line 284. These funds are separate from what the Friends of the Bay Village Kennel have been collecting and expending on animals in Bay Village. The city of Bay Village has the potential to still accept a gift of a brand new kennel. The Friends of the Bay Village Kennel [...]

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Do Animals Possess Instinctive Ability to Sense Impending Storms?

By | May 6th, 2016|Categories: General, Pet Advice, Pet Safety Tips|Tags: , |

Male Pronghorn Antelope in Saskatchewan field Animals may possess an innate ability to react to weather quicker than humans, but don't count on their behaviors determining how much snow is expected for winter or how severe a hurricane season could become. That is because while there are indications that animals do have advanced capabilities to recognize changes in weather, how far in advance they can predict such changes is still to be determined. "I certainly think that [animals] have abilities to sense that," said John Linehan, president and CEO of Zoo New England, which operates Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and Stone Zoo in Stoneham, Massachusetts. "I've certainly seen behavioral changes in the many years I've been observing animals, but how far in advance, I don't actually know." Linehan's experience working with animals covers more than 30 years and he has seen many peculiar occurrences in animal behavior as it relates to weather. Animals have more developed senses than humans, such as sense of smell and hearing, and that leads to their ability to detect impending weather changes sooner, Linehan said. "Certainly, many have a better sense of smell than we do; they can smell rain coming when [...]

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