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• Update on Previous Blog Topics 2

  

  (colored text is linked to the original blog...click over and refresh your memory)Help Find Lizzy: Dog Lost in Ashland Kentucky!I am thrilled to report that Iow... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2011 HOME, PETS

• Help Find Lizzy: Dog Lost in Ashland Kentucky!

  

  IF YOU ARE FROM KENTUCKY, WE NEED YOUR HELP! A local Iowa family is heartbroken today. They went on a cross country driving vacation. During the trip, they... Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2011 HOME, PETS

• Too Busy for the Dog?

  I was having lunch the other day, and a woman at another table, knowing the animal lover that I am, asked me for help with her son's dog. Read more

  Posted on 07 July 2011 HOME, PETS

• Kathy's Sky

  

  I took a photograph today. I was on my way to my exercise class, "Boot Camp", at 5:15 (central) this morning. I saw the prettiest sunrise, so I stopped to take ... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2011 HOME, PETS

• Bring Hanah Home: Dog Missing After Joplin Tornado

  

  A message was on a sticky pad at work today. I was immediately saddened when I read the words. "A woman lost her dog in Joplin tornado. Wants your advice." A... Read more

  Posted on 09 June 2011 HOME, PETS

• The First Scars: Early Wounds Take Longer to Heal

  

  When I first decided that I wanted to become a veterinarian, wait...let me rephrase that... When I first decided that I might be capable of becoming a... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2011 HOME, PETS

• An Act of Dog

  

  During one of my routine perusals of Facebook, I came across a picture. Of course the picture is of an animal. I am certain that does not surprise anyone who... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2011 HOME, PETS

• Iowa Police Dog Needs YOUR Assistance

  

  On October 19, 2004, a police dog was injured in the line of duty. Two Officers responded to the scene following a report that an armed suspect ran off into... Read more

  Posted on 26 May 2011 HOME, PETS

• Meet the Sweets: Herkie the Hunk

  

  A large dog was found running loose in Iowa Falls. Rather than just turn away, a concerned person grabbed a rope, tied him to the deck, and brought him a dish o... Read more

  Posted on 24 May 2011 PETS

• Clean Cut, Senior, White Male Seeks ...

  

  It's a cool Saturday afternoon, and my cell phone rings. I see the caller ID on my cell phone, and I admit, I panicked just a little. The phone call was from Am... Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2011 HOME, PETS

• Clean Cut Senior White Male Seeks ...

  

  It's a cool Saturday afternoon, and my cell phone rings. I see the caller ID on my cell phone, and I admit, I panicked just a little. The phone call was from... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2011 HOME, PETS

• Addie Reunited With Family After 8 Years!

  

  After eight years, Addie was going back to her puppyhood home after no one came to claim her as their own. While she may not be aware of the wonder of this... Read more

  Posted on 30 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Addie's Story, Part 2

  

  After several months of grieving, Addie's family decided it was time to move on. It was time to allow another puppy into their hearts. Into the family comes... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Addie's Story

  

  Making the decision to get a family pet is not an easy one, and should not be taken lightly. It is a commitment to be made for the life of the pet. This is th... Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• What Is In A Name?

  

  People often assume that the name posted on an animal care facility expresses the organization's policies regarding the animals in their care. This could not b... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Dietrich's Story, Part 2 Surprise!

  

  It was a typical day and we were all at the front counter when the phone rang. Heidi answered the phone, and Missy and I continued talking with a client. ... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Ellie's Adventure

  

  Ellie went to Iowa State University's Small Animal Oncology Department today. Oddly, this morning, all the swelling that had developed under the three toes was... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Ellie

  

  It is said that bad things, and perhaps good things, happen in threes. I am not a strong believer in superstitions, but maybe I should pay more attention to suc... Read more

  Posted on 12 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• Iowa's Whistle Blowers BIll SF-431

  Iowa is considering passing a Bill SF-431 also referred to as the Whistle blowers bill. This bill passed in the House of Representatives, and is now being... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2011 HOME, PETS

• The Angel Who Could Not Fly

  

  An email arrives in my inbox. It was just one of many similar emails received on any typical day in rescue. Upon opening it, I see many furry, friendly faces... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2011 HOME, PETS