‘The Kittens of the Spider World’

‘THE KITTENS OF THE SPIDER WORLD’ Inside the Growing Subculture of Insect Pet Owners By Heide Brandes Kathy Hendricks pointed at the shelves of little plastic cups that decorate her living room. In each cup, tiny black dots scurried about and crawled along the sides. The cups hold spider babies, specifically jumping spider babies. In […] read more >

Pandemic Wins and Losses

Shelter-in-place orders and social distancing helped clear shelters but present challenges Written By Lauren Cavagnolo Most Oklahomans recognize March 16 as the date Gov. Kevin Stitt declared an emergency in all 77 state counties due to the arrival of the novel coronavirus pandemic. It’s a date that also sent many animal rescue organizations scrambling to […] read more >

Acclimating Your Dog to the World

Acclimating Your Dog to the World (and Why It’s Important)              Written By Travis Brorsen Pet Expert, Trainer and TV Host   Nothing is more frustrating or embarrassing than taking your dog somewhere only to have him act like he’s never been beyond your front door. People stare, point, judge, and some might go as […] read more >

Heat on Oklahoma Cockfighters

Edmondson, Animal Wellness Turn Up the Heat on Oklahoma Cockfighters Edmondson, Animal Wellness Turn Up the Heat on Oklahoma Cockfighters by Emily Lang OKLAHOMA CITY, June 6, 2020 — The Animal Wellness Foundation (AWF) and Animal Wellness Action (AWA) today announced a $2,500 reward for information resulting in successful prosecution of any individual for violating […] read more >

Disaster Relief for Animals Awards $30,500

More Than $30,000 Disaster Relief for Animals Awarded to Mitigate the Financial Impact of Covid-19 (OKLAHOMA CITY) –The Oklahoma City Community Foundation, in partnership with the Kirkpatrick Foundation, is awarding $30,500 in Oklahoma Disaster Relief for Animal Support (OK-DFAS) grants to nine Oklahoma charitable organizations continuing to make an impact for animals throughout the Covid-19 […] read more >

Grants Help Local Animal Nonprofits

Hello – I hope this email finds you well. Two Tulsa-based animal support nonprofits – Oklahoma Alliance for Animals and Animal Aid of Tulsa – have received emergency response grants for support during COVID-19. Please find a press release for immediate release copied below and attached above. Here is a quote from Oklahoma Alliance for […] read more >

VACCINATIONS FOR YOUR DOG:

Dr. David Bailey of the Tulsa SPCA shares what you need to know By Kristi Eaton Just like with humans, man’s best friend needs the proper medications and vaccinations to stay healthy. Heartworms are a major consideration for your dog. Dr. David Bailey with the Tulsa Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) […] read more >

Training Tips With Mary Green

BY Mary Green CPDT-KA: Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed; CDBC: Certified Dog Behavior Counselor; CNWI: Certified Nose Work Instructor; K9 Manners & More, Broken Arrow, Okla. TRAINING TIP:  Keep a leash on your door. When someone comes to the door, you can quickly leash your dog. It’s terrifying to think your pup could bolt out […] read more >

The Possum Is Awesome:

Man’s (Solitary) Other Best Friend Story and Photo by Kim Doner Over the years, I’ve lost count of how many people insist they want to turn wildlife into pets (or, worse, they bragged they had done so). The list has been endless: crows, raccoons, squirrels, owls and bunnies are the most common species desired. I […] read more >

Guinea Pig Basics for Owners

Do’s and Don’ts for a happy, healthy guinea pig By Lauren Cavagnolo Whether you bring them into your home or the classroom, guinea pigs—also known as cavies— can make great pets. But for first-time owners, there are some do’s and don’ts to be aware of before making a commitment. Guinea pigs were brought to Europe […] read more >

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