Safely Introduce Your Rescue Dog to Your Newborn Baby

How to Safely Introduce Your Dog to Your Newborn

Blog, Pet Care

Bringing home a newborn baby is a whole new adventure for you and your family. There will be so many “firsts” in the years to come and lots of people waiting to meet your little one. But what about your dog meeting the baby for the first time? Introducing your dog to your newborn is a careful process that can start a beautiful lifelong bond. Here are some suggestions on how to navigate this first meeting, making it safe for you, your baby, and your pup.

August 2022 Dog of the Month

Featured Pet

Diamond is a 12 year old American Staffordshire Terrier Mix. She loves all toys but especially anything that squeaks. Her original family had to move and couldn’t take her with them so she ended up at our animal shelter and has been with us for almost the past year. Diamond likes to explore and her favorite thing is butt scratches. She is the perfect mix, cuddly, lazy, and slightly playful.

Pet Fire Safety

Pet Fire Safety

Blog, Pet Care

According to the American Humane organization, each year, more than 500,000 pets are affected by house fires, with 1,000 house fires started by pets each year. It is important to remember your pets when considering your fire preparedness plan. Here are some tips to ensure your pet’s safety!

Dog Adopted from Port St. Lucie Animal Shelter

June 2022 Featured Pet of the Month

Featured Pet

MJ is approximately 3 years old and as you can see, she is a beautiful young lady. MJ is patiently waiting for a family to pick her. In the meantime, she loves stealing blankets. She always manages to pull the blanket hanging on her kennel inside of it. She even is able to pull blankets in from other dogs’ kennels. She is quite the ninja.

National Animal Advocacy Day, April 30

National Animal Advocacy Day

Blog, Pet Care

National Animal Advocacy Day is observed on April 30 each year. A day to recognize a cause that is very close to our hearts! We know that you, our wonderful HSSLC supporters, are fighting for animals all year long, but this is the perfect time for all of us to pause and ask ourselves how we can make our work together even more effective. We have some tips on how to be the best, strongest voice for animals.