The way we talk about rescue dogs can shape how people perceive them. Sometimes, even with the best intentions, we may be reinforcing the very misconceptions we’re trying to overcome. Could we be unintentionally contributing to the stereotypes surrounding rescue dogs? I explored this in my latest essay for The New Barker. Read the essy here: https://thenewbarker.com/53_FLIPBOOK/flipbook/index.html?page=44

If you follow our social media, you may remember Nacho. Nacho is a cat we were asked to help, who was living outside, but not feral. A wonderful neighbor agreed to temporarily foster him while we arranged for his veterinary care. He has since been neutered, vaccinated, and fully vetted, including testing to ensure he’s healthy. Nacho then moved to a foster home where we planned for him to stay until he got adopted, but it quickly became clear that this handsome boy has a very “spicy”...

Behind the adorable puppies in pet stores, the real story lies in the hidden suffering of the breeding dogs. In this eye-opening essay, we explore the cruel reality of puppy mills, where dogs are treated as nothing more than commodities. Learn about the shocking conditions that mill dogs endure, the laws that fail to protect them, and how consumer choices can drive real change. After reading, be sure to check out the End Puppy Mills page on our website. And remember, your donations helps fund...