Is a husky the right dog for you?

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...

Introducing your resident dog to a new dog

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...

Memorable shelter stories from 2021

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...

Dog refusing to walk

Dear Critter Corner: We adopted a new pup a few months ago, I have noticed while on walks he will sometimes put the brakes on and refuse to walk.  It seems to have gotten worse and he is refusing to walk more often.  Are there any tips you can give me to help me be...

Teaching dog “leave it”

Dear Critter Corner: We just adopted a new puppy and I am worried about him getting into our holiday decorations around the house.  Are there any tips you can give me to help this holiday be less stressful for all? This is a great time to work on teaching your pup a...

Are bones safe for my dog?

Dear Critter Corner: My family recently just got a new pup in time for the holidays and we are very excited! Is it okay to give my dog a turkey drumstick? What kind of bones are okay for dogs to chew? Dogs and bones are a timeless pairing and chewing on them can be...