by Dr. Laura Monahan | Aug 14, 2022 | Pet Adoption, Pet Rescue
Warmer temps and sunnier days mean the start of kitten season. Momma cats can have two litters a year, and their first litter often has litters of their own within those 12 months. It’s a situation that repeats itself every year. While kittens are adorable, not all of...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jun 12, 2022 | Pet Adoption, Pet Care
“My cat wants a kitten to play with!” Well… maybe. While your resident cat may be laid back and good-natured, all cats are territorial. Adding a tiny, frisky fluffball may trigger panic, jealousy, moodiness, aggression, and other negative behaviors in your resident...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 23, 2021 | Pet Adoption, Pet Care, Pet Happenings
There are lots of recognized special days throughout the year, some important and some just silly fun. Change a Pet’s Life Day (January 23, 2021) is one that really hits home with us. This special day promotes pet adoption and appreciation of the important work animal...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jun 12, 2012 | Pet Adoption, Pet Rescue
Three weeks ago Saturday I received a frantic call at 6 a.m. from my sister-in-law in Massachusetts. Early morning phone calls are never good news. As I picked up the receiver, a flush of dread washed over me. My SIL was so choked with emotion, it took a couple of...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 6, 2012 | Pet Adoption, Pet Rescue
Eleven months ago we welcomed a sweet old Labrador into our family that we found on PetFinder.com, my very favorite website. His name was Bogart and he’d been a “throw away dog” that someone abandoned and someone else had rescued. He couldn’t wag his tail. His spine...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Mar 14, 2011 | Pet Adoption
We were so pleased to welcome “Bogart” to our family yesterday. Bogey is a senior black Lab found wondering many months ago and ended up in the slammer in Ellensburg. Fortunately, he avoided death row when some wonderful folks posted bail and have been fostering him...
