Ann Edie, who has been blind since birth, pets her miniature guide horse Panda on a street near her home in suburban Albany, New York. Retired teacher Edie and her husband drained more than $30,000 from their retirement nest egg to get Panda a life-saving operation after she suffered a serious intestinal blockage. Horse lovers who follow […]
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Grooming schedule
In addition to food, shelter and medical care, pets require grooming to keep them healthy. Small animals, such as hamsters and gerbils, may groom themselves to keep clean, but large pets often require more than tongue baths can offer. Grooming is an important process that keeps pets’coats, nails, skin and ears clean and healthy. Regular […]
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Franklin County Animal Shelter’s Pets of the Week are older gentlemen
FARMINGTON — Winston and Joey are the Pets of the Week at the Franklin County Animal Shelter. The Dog of the Week is Winston, a 7-year-old or older, DNA-tested Boxer mix. He is a laid-back, gentle giant with excellent leash manners and knowledge of basic commands. Although he is an older dog, he is very […]
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Franklin County Animal Shelter holding rabies clinic in Strong
STRONG — Franklin County Animal Shelter will hold a rabies vacination clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at the Strong Fire Department. Owners should bring their pet’s current rabies certificate to qualify for a three-year rabies vaccine. The event is open to anyone regardless of residence. Rabies vaccines will cost $10 each; […]
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Baby Basil, Reese Pets of the Week at Franklin County Animal Shelter
FARMINGTON — Franklin County Animal Shelter’s Pets of the Week are Baby Basil and Reese. Baby Basil, Dog of the Week, is a 3-year-old dog of unconfirmed breeding, and is good with cats, but not small children. Baby Basil is food aggressive and still needs some training. He recently had an operation on his back […]
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13 quirky facts about companion animals
Think you know everything there is to know about your favorite furry, finned or feathered friend? Chances are there are some interesting facts that even the most ardent animal-lover may be surprised to learn. 1. Tough tongue: Cats’ tongues are covered with little structures called “filiform papillae,” which are like tiny hooks pointing toward the […]
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Franklin County Animal Shelter features energetic youngsters as Pets of the Week
FARMINGTON — Grimm and Spaz are the Pets of the Week at the Franklin County Animal Shelter. Grimm, the Dog of the Week, is a wiggly and playful 1- to 3-year-old male of unknown breeding in need of a fur-ever owner to keep him busy and active. Grimm does well with other dogs, but is […]
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Birthday party brings donations to Franklin County Animal Shelter
FARMINGTON — Nine-year-old Maggie Noles invited classmates at her school, Smart Fun Learning Adventures, and other friends, to join her at the No Parents Allowed Clubhouse to celebrate her birthday. Noles designed her own invitations and asked, in lieu of presents for herself, that friends bring donations for the Franklin County Animal Shelter. She began […]
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Dogs and water safety
Dogs have solidified their places in many families. Nowadays, more and more dogs accompany their pet parents on trips to the store, vacations and various recreational pursuits — including trips to the beach or the backyard pool. Many people assume all dogs can swim and swim well. But WebMD advises that not all dogs are […]
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Rangeley holds first annual Best Dog On Earth Day
Rangeley saw more than 50 walkers and their dogs during the Best Dog on Earth Day. RANGELEY — The Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce and Rangeley Health and Wellness held the first annual Best Dog on Earth Day event, a celebration of dogs and Earth Day recently. The cold, damp weather could not dampen the spirits […]