Options and Requirements for Volunteering With Animals
Every year, 6.5 million homeless pets find their way into animal shelters, which doesn’t count the ones who remain wandering the streets. The need for pet and animal volunteers is overwhelming, and the tasks run the gamut from cleaning dirty stalls and kennels, grooming a horse that’s been abused, and writing pet bios. If you love animals and want to share some of your love with animals who desperately need it, then volunteering may be something with which to fill your heart and theirs.
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How to Get Your Dog to Hold Still During the Holiday Photo
Knowing how to get your dog to hold still is key when it comes to getting the perfect holiday photo. Follow these simple tips to get your dog to pose for pictures this year.
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Veterinary Care: Choosing the Right Vet to Meet Your Pet's Needs
When choosing a veterinarian for your pet, consider the practice's available services, communication, and treatment methods. You'll want to find a vet that matches your beliefs and approach to medical care to ensure your pet is getting the best possible treatment.
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How to Transition Your Pet to a New Food
It’s important to slowly transition your pet to a new food to allow their system to adapt to the new formula successfully. A gradual switch to new pet food can help minimize the risk of adverse reactions.
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Behavior Problems in Older Dogs
As your dog gets older, their behavior might change. Read more to understand why and how your dogs behavior is getting worse as they age.
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How to Prepare your Dog for a Hike
Take advantage of the perfect fall weather by going on hikes with your dog! Find everything you need to know here!
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Ask Dr. Jenn
Jennifer Shepherd received her doctorate of veterinary medicine from Colorado State University in 2000. She completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at the Ontario Veterinary College before entering private practice Dr. Shepherd owns Cloquet Animal Hospital in Northern Minnesota where she practices full time.
In her free time she enjoys writing, photography, running and spending time with her husband, three children, two dogs, and one spoiled cat. She is pictured here with her best running dog Apollo, a Portuguese Water Dog who can’t swim but loves playing in snow.
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