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Myth: If you adopt a pet, you'll have to deal with a lot of behavioral problems. Truth: Most pets in shelters are there due to circumstances unrelated to their behavior. With patience, training, and love, shelter pets can become wonderful companions. If you have a question, we'd be happy to answer! Reach us at indyhumane.org/contact/ #IndyHumane #AnimalWelfareMyths #SafeAndHumane

At Camp Run-A-Mutt, safety is our top concern, both IN and OUT of Camp! Did you know that approximately 1 in 3 dogs will go missing in its lifetime? The good news is that 93% of dogs are also recovered and reunited with their owners. But we want to see this number be 100%! Which is why Camp Run-A-Mutt has partnered with Genius Tag, a smart pet ID tag with Lost & Found Technology. Their tags have a QR code that can be scanned by any smart phone, will automatically send a notification to the dog's owner (that's YOU), and allows for a faster reunion! BONUS: the rescuer also sees a profile of your dog - their name, age, medical needs and behavior notes (i.e. are they ok around other dogs?). This can help them better care for your pup until you can be reunited. Order yours here: https://lnkd.in/g8ZZbFxF #PetSafetyMonth #dogsafety #animalsafety #weloveyourdogs #camprunamutt #geniustag

PET STORY | Three in four dog parents think their canine is the “main character” of their family (76%), according to new research. In a poll of 2,000 dog parents, twice the number of respondents think of their dog before anyone else after a stressful day — even more than their partner (41% vs. 19%). Get the full story + more survey findings: https://hubs.ly/Q02LW_3G0 #petstory #petpoll #dogowners #petparents

Introducing a new cat to your dog-dominated household? My “Chicken Time” Protocol is here to save the day! With a systematic approach, you can pave the way for a harmonious coexistence between your dog and cat. The “Chicken Time”Protocol can bring peace to your multi-species household and create lasting bonds between your pets. Are you tired of pet conflicts in your home? Don’t let introductions be a daunting task - let me guide you through the process and help your pets build positive associations. Click now to read my latest blog on dog/cat introductions. https://lnkd.in/g73zCXck

“Dogs wear muzzles because they bite.” Hard disagree - we're not alone in this, right? ✋ It doesn't mean a dog bites just because they're wearing a muzzle. Many dog guardians use muzzles as a preventative measure... a measure that can keep their dog, other dogs and humans safe.  Also, there are many people who choose to muzzle their dogs due to the extra consideration other people and dog guardians give them - often preventing bites by simply sending a clear signal to others that space is needed. Consider this: Waiting for a dog to bite before introducing a muzzle… is sometimes too late. Dogs shouldn’t have to bite to ‘qualify’ for a muzzle! Introducing a muzzle BEFORE a dog bites is the responsible thing to do. There's so much judgement when muzzling a dog that ‘hasn’t even bitten’ and that’s contributing to the number of dogs that have successfully bitten - if a muzzle was introduced earlier we might have been able to avoid a bite, potentially saving a life! Share this post! 🙌 #themuzzlemovement

4 Min Video: A Few Odd Minutes in Howard County: Pets in the Afterlife On this episode of A Few Odd Minutes in Howard County, find out if pets can actually return as ghosts or spirits. An expert on pets in the afterlife explains why an animal might want to stay behind... https://lnkd.in/eSadGthS

Has a coyote ever "followed" you or your dog while you were out on a walk? If so, you may have felt afraid, thought the coyote was stalking you, or believed an attack was imminent. The truth is, you were likely being “escorted”! Despite common misconception, coyotes generally don't "stalk" people with intent to harm. However, they often engage in a behavior called "escorting," which is when a coyote, sometimes with their mate, follows nearby to ensure that intruders leave their territory. This behavior is most often seen from early March to late April when coyote parents are caring for young pups. Escorting usually happens in the early morning or evening and is frequently observed by dog walkers because coyotes may see dogs as a threat to their families and vulnerable offspring. ❓ What should you do if you're "escorted" by a coyote? Don't panic; the coyote is naturally much more afraid of you! 🐶 If you don't have your dog leashed (which you should in coyote country), immediately leash up and keep your pup by your side. Most conflict with coyotes arises in the presence of a dog, so it's important to practice responsible animal guardianship to avoid conflict before it happens. 🚶♀️ Calmly keep walking as normal. Soon enough, you'll be out of the coyote's home and they will stop escorting you away from their home! 🐺 On the off chance that the escorting coyote starts to approach too closely, shout and wave your hands to frighten them away. Learn more about how to humanely haze a coyote here: https://lnkd.in/eHgzZfmZ Coyote coexistence has become increasingly essential as humans develop more and more natural habitats. We simply must learn to understand their behavior and modify our own in order to coexist. #ProjectCoyote #CompassionateCoexistence #Coexist #Coyotes

Thinking about adopting your dog from the shelter or have you already done that? What is your success advice? Check out my dog blog! https://lnkd.in/gjCTgVpZ

June is National Microchipping Month! Did you know that over 10 million dogs and cats go missing every year in the US? Fortunately, microchipping is one of the best ways to help ensure that lost pets get reunited with their owners. Check out this pawesome infographic from Pumpkin and head over to Pumpkin’s blog post for more helpful info on microchipping your pets: https://lnkd.in/ekGKMSuF

Daniel Radcliffe is the latest to join a long line of esteemed rescue dog helpers on The Late Show, from Aubrey Plaza and Jason Momoa to Billy Eichner and Oscar Isaac. In the clip above he puts his acting skills to good use, telling charming lies about the various dogs on offer in order to improve their chances of finding a new home. The cutest of all? Probably “Harry Pupper”. “He is a powerful wizard,” says Radcliffe. “I’m sorry, I read that wrong. He is a powerful wizzer. You’re going to want to put a pad down.” All the dogs in the clip are available to adopt from North Shore Animal League. var facebookPixelLoaded = false; window.addEventListener('load', function(){ document.addEventListener('scroll', facebookPixelScript); document.addEventListener('mousemove', facebookPixelScript); }) function facebookPixelScript() { if (!facebookPixelLoaded) { facebookPixelLoaded = true; document.removeEventListener('scroll', facebookPixelScript); document.removeEventListener('mousemove', facebookPixelScript); !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n; n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script','//https://lnkd.in/eY9zQvVb'); fbq('init', '1453039084979896'); fbq('track', "PageView"); } } Source link By Nakisisa George