Thank you for your concern for Wally. We’ve had far too many stories very similar to his in the Bollinger County area. Wally was taken to the vet this morning. He tried to jump in the truck by himself . Once Marilyn and he were on the road, he seemed excited, like he was(…)
When an animal is abused, often you will find children or a spouse in the house also suffering from abuse or neglect. Below is a news piece that aired on KFVS 12 news in Cape Girardeau, MO about a child and animal abuse case in the Southeastern part of the United States. http://www.kfvs12.com/story/23985343/sheriff-dss-worker-arrested-after-child-found-handcuffed-to-porch?utm_source=buffer&utm_campaign=Buffer&utm_content=buffer933bd&utm_medium=facebook What do(…)
Heartworm Positive Dogs Dogs treated for HW can live normal lives and live to be old dogs. However, there is a stigma against those dogs, and after treatment it is very difficult in our market to find homes willing to adopt them. We have experienced extreme challenges finding other rescues to accept them as well. (…)
A supporter of BCSP, K9Tailor, will be at the Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Extravaganza at the Show Me Center Nov 23 & 24. They will be selling coats and accessories for your K9 companions, as well as items for their humans! Check out their website and see the items that will be available at(…)
11/1/13: Great News! Gabby has found her forever home! More details to come. Congratulations Gabby!! Will you be the home or foster for this “One-in-a-Million” dogs? Great Gabby is from the Dexter area needs a GREAT GATSBY kind of family to love forever or to help foster her, probably a long term foster situation. She(…)
NOTE: The following article is subject to revision as we learn more about this new virus. A mysterious and deadly virus is affecting dogs in OHIO. Four dogs died in late August of the same symptoms. Feces from one of the dead dogs showed a virus known to kill swine that seems to have mutated(…)
It’s bad enough being an unwanted dog…but being injured or sick on top of that is just more than any dog should have to bear. No other creature on earth loves as unconditionally as a dog – and yet they are so often the most abused. When an animal that needs special care and medical(…)
Puppies for Parole is a unique Missouri Department of Corrections program made possible through partnerships with animal shelters and animal advocate groups statewide – like the Bollinger County Stray Project. Selected offenders have the opportunity to become trainers to rescue dogs in the program. Offenders work with the dogs teaching them basic obedience skills and(…)
Summer is a fun time of year, yet it brings a whole set of health concerns for your dog. From parasite-spread illnesses to paw problems caused by walking on hot surfaces, a wide range of summer hazards can plague canines. Here’s how you can keep your pet safe in the summer sun. 1. Heatstroke “If(…)
A pet is certainly a great friend. After a difficult day, pet owners quite literally feel the love. In fact, for nearly 25 years, research has shown that living with pets provides certain health benefits. Pets help lower blood pressure and lessen anxiety. They boost our immunity. They can even help you get dates! Recent studies(…)
