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PAWS ON THE ROAD 

By Stephen Quandt, CFTBS, FFCP
Spring is here and wanderlust often sets in for us. Sometimes for our cats too. So, I decided to devote this column to travelling with your cat, whether it’s for vacation or a..
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SPRING TRAINING TIPS & TRICKS FOR YOUR DOG

By Kate Perry
Here we are, embarking on Spring which can bring the most unpredictable weather. Seasonal changes can be tough for us dog owners, especially when transitioning from salt and snow to warm, spring days...
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ENHANCING LIVES

By Chantelle Cook
In the Pacific Northwest, an extraordinary bond is being forged between veterans and their service dogs, a connection that transcends mere companionship and transforms lives. At the forefront of...
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THE LEGENDARY LAMB CHOP®

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
In March of 1956, a sock puppet named Lamb Chop® captured children’s hearts across the nation on the Captain Kangaroo Show. Ventriloquist and puppeteer Shari Lewis was the creator of...
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DR. FOSSUM’S PET CARE

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
When it comes to your pet, there is nothing more important than their health. Part of that is maintaining their schedule, ensuring a well-balanced diet and an exercise routine...
Adoption & Rescue
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FROM TEXAS TO PENNSYLVANIA

By John Polis
Texas may be a long way from Pennsylvania, but a 23-hour drive was but a mere inconvenience for 102 pets tucked into travel crates for the journey. Forty-eight cats and...
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STORY BOOK ENDING

By Alison Cocchiara
Once upon a time, in a land of red rocks and desert sunsets, there lived a silvery-haired dog named Jessa. With her wise eyes and gentle soul, she had become enchanted by...
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BREAKING DOWN COVID MYTHS

By Natalie Perkins
As we approach the 5-year anniversary of the start of COVID, many will be reflecting on the lasting implications of the pandemic. One common theme that rose from 2020 was the...
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ADOPTION CRISIS: WHAT IS HAPPENING AT NYACC

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
Before the pandemic, the live release rate at Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) was hovering around 92%. That means that over 90% of all of the animals in ACC’s charge found loving and...
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BEST FRIENDS NETWORK MEMBER PROFILE

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
In this issue, we announced that we would be dedicating all four 2025 issues to Best Friends Animal Society, giving the legendary organization a special section in each issue. Part of that...
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JORDAN LIPPNER CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
Jordan Lippner is Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. Jordan is a committed animal advocate who believes that animals enhance our lives and...
health & Wellness
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THE CANINE CONNECTION

By Dr. Kelly Fishman, DVM, CVA, CRRT 
Life with a dog is full of joy, love, and companionship. But did you know that your furry friend might just be the key to a longer, healthier life for both of you? As research into longevity science continues to...
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THE MAGIC OF MUSHROOMS

By SRita Hogan, C.H.
Adog’s gut (intestines, stomach, and beneficial bacteria (microbiome) is the foundation of their overall health, influencing everything from digestion to immune function, skin health, and behavior....
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SPRING PET CARE

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman 
As the chill of winter gives way to blooming flowers and longer days, pet parents everywhere are excited to spend more time outdoors with their furrever ones. But just like humans, pets face seasonal changes...
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ADOPTING SPECIAL NEEDS CATS

By Stephen Quandt
The holidays are a time of togetherness, and sometimes loneliness too, and they are a time for giving and receiving love. A time to help others and to spread love and joy. Oftentimes the best gift we can receive is...
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PET HOLIDAY TIPS & TRICKS 

By Kate Perry
That wonderful time of year is upon us with homes filled with laughter, joy and the pitter patter of little paws running amok. Every holiday season, I get asked for advice on how to keep pets entertained, or how to...
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HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS

By Kate Perry
As the Holiday Season arrives, so do new challenges for pet parents, particularly new ones. With adoption levels lower this season than in prior years, we wanted to spend some time helping those who may be...
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BORN IN A DOG FIGHTING RING

By Sean-Patrick M. Hillman
Once you start rescuing animals, it becomes an addiction you can’t, or rather don’t want to, shake. I started at the ripe old age of six. Yes, my first rescue came in the form of a wild kitten born in a cornfield in...