Dear Critter Corner: I keep hearing the term “drive” thrown around when talking about dogs, but what does it mean? Canines are hard-wired to view and interact with the world in specific ways, categorically broken down and classified as “drives”. Many trainers will...
Dear Critter Corner: We have been having a hard time with crate training our new puppy. Are there any tips or tricks you can give us to help with the process? Crates can be a valuable tool when it comes to house training and your puppy! Here are a few tips on making...
Dear Critter Corner: I have a feisty young tabby cat that wants to pounce and tackle me all day. It has started going after my ankles and it hurts! What can I do to stop this behavior? Rough play is common in young cats and a normal behavior. Luckily, it is an easy...
Dear Critter Corner: I love the way Huskies look fluffy and wolfish. I have been considering adopting one for a while but want to learn more about them. Is there anything I should know before adopting one? Siberian and Alaskan Huskies are the most famous part of the...
Dear Critter Corner: We have recently adopted a new puppy and during the initial introductions our resident dog seemed to enjoy the puppy but now our resident dog is growling at the puppy. Do you have any suggestions on what we should do? Congratulations on your new...
Dear Critter Corner: Do you have any fun shelter animal stories to share from this past year? Are there any stories that stand out as particularly memorable? Working at a shelter requires a sense of humor, and there have been plenty of quirky animals that have passed...
