Thanksgiving: Note of Gratitude Paula, a People Empowered Through Support (P.E.T.S Program) client needed help to escape a domestic violence situation and had nowhere that could house her and dog, Fred SPCA Alumni, Whipp. Safe Haven is a component of the program to help those
Every Heart Deserves a Home What might be the SPCA’s biggest news of the year! After a year and a half of homelessness, our beautiful brindle babe, Maxie, has found the missing piece of her heart. She was highly intelligent, a people pleaser, and loved
We like to give our dogs treats in the same way that we enjoy having “snacks.” However, feeding a dog treats for no reason decreases their value as a training reward. To maximize their training potential, avoid using treats for anything other than training. If
Fred SPCA Behavior Department: October Training Tips The first thing to do when beginning any kind of behavioral adjustment training is management. Keep your pet from “rehearsing” bad behavior by not allowing him to, so that the behavior does not become deeply rooted in their
A Beautiful Day To Save Lives When brother pups Willie & George arrived at the Fred SPCA, it was apparent both pups were emaciated and in need of medical care. Upon intake, George tested positive and was diagnosed with canine parvovirus. Parvo is a preventable
