July 26, 2018 – Baltimore, MD — Baltimore Humane Society Dog Kennel roofs damaged from rains. The unrelenting, record-breaking rains this past week have left Baltimore Humane Society with two damaged dog kennels in immediate need of new roofs. Replacing the flat roofs is a costly venture and the no-kill shelter in Reisterstown needs to quickly…
Being a cat owner hopefully fills you with a sense of love and happiness; here is this little animal with a possibly very loud voice patting around your home and filling you with joy with every step. Every cat has a different personality to them, but a lot of the same behaviors and actions are…
Moving can be very stressful not just for people but for your pets as well. With all the packing and moving trucks involve, you may not then realize the anxiety your pets are feeling during the entire duration of the move. Also, they easily get stressed when they’re introduced to a new environment. So whether…
July 4th is a day filled with family and friends, cookouts, parties, and fireworks. But all that commotion can be upsetting to a pet, and according to the Missing Pet Partnership organization it is the day with the highest level of reported lost pets. Fireworks, picnics and other Fourth of July traditions can be great fun for people;…
As pet parents, we want to show how much we love and care for our dogs. After all, dogs aren’t just animals—they are part of our family. For sure, we want to provide the needs of each of our family members including our furry babies. We want to make sure that they are always in…
If you’re like me, then you’ve probably always wished you could read your dog’s mind. This would really help since your dog can’t tell you when it’s in pain or stressed out or anxious, you’d be able to know straight away. Most of the time, you’ll look to your veterinarian for answers and they’ll give…
Part of taking care of pets beyond feeding them is learning how to prevent illnesses that are caused by food contaminants. Knowing the nutritional value of pet food is another essential key to keeping your pets as healthy as possible. Here’s a deeper look at nutrition and health concerns for your pet. Protection from Food…
Bringing home, a puppy is a big deal – for you, your family, and especially for your new puppy. To start things off on the right foot, there are a few guidelines you should follow. Check out our guide to a seamless puppy homecoming. Prepare for Your Puppy Once you’ve selected the right breed for…
Having a new house is always an exciting part of life – after all, you’ll have a new place to call home, a new neighborhood to familiarize yourself with, and a lifetime of new experiences for you to cherish. Of course, going back to reality, before you experience all of these you will have to…
May 22, 2018, Reisterstown, MD – Roughly 20 veterans a day commit suicide nationwide, according to a Department of Veterans Affairs study. Pets for Patriots, a year-round program at Baltimore Humane Society, is working to help solve this problem and ease the transition of veterans and service members. The program is going on its fifth year and has the…