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AP Rescue Partner Spotlight: Pug Nation
By Natalie Lykins Have you ever wondered what it sounds like when 50 plus pugs are slurping and snorting through their meals simultaneously? Neither have I, but I found out when I visited Pug Nation Los Angeles. The pitter patter of little paws echoes through the building, and you cannot help but smile. We spoke…
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AP Rescue Partner Spotlight: Muttville
By Natalie Lykins The big, yellow “Muttville” sign is a beacon of joy on an otherwise drab street in the heart of San Francisco. The metal gate is adorned with flowers, clouds and a dog basking in the sun. It is evident from the exterior that happiness and hope await you inside. Sherri Franklin has…
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Human Medications That Are Toxic To Dogs
You can share plenty of things with your dog, like certain human foods or favorite blankets. High on the list of things pet owners shouldn’t share with dogs are several human medications. Why are human medications toxic to dogs? The short answer is that dogs metabolize medications differently than humans. Their bodies aren’t able to…
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AP Success Stories: Chance
In February of 2022, a gentleman named Richard sent an email to JustFoodForDogs about a very malnourished dog he had just started fostering for the I Stand With My Pack Foundation in Los Angeles. Richard was familiar with JustFoodForDogs and knew that whole food nutrition would be the best option for this poor pup’s future. After seeing the…
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AP Rescue Partner Spotlight: Korean K9
By Natalie Lykins If you have ever wanted to meet real-life superheroes, all you have to do is visit a little neighborhood in Queens, New York. There you will find the team from Korean K9 Rescue, led by Gina Boehler. Every day, they work tirelessly to rescue dogs from the abhorrent dog meat trade and…
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What Is Black Dog Syndrome?
You might have heard about certain coat color associations with health problems. For example, there’s the contention that all white dogs are deaf or blind. Although it’s not as straightforward as simply the color of a dog’s coat, there can be genetic associations between coat color and certain problems like congenital deafness. But what is…
