Top 10 Winter Weather Tips for Pets
When the weather outside is frightful, your pets could be at risk! Remember these tips to keep your pets safe this winter: 1. Know your dog’s limits! Some dogs are …
Behavior and Training
Thanksgiving Pet Safety
Transcription Hello, my name is Ashley Flores. I’m the Director of Animal Behavior and Training and this is Goldie. I am Dr. Koehler, I’m one of the veterinarians. And I’m …
Adjustment period for newly adopted pets and how we can help
At Great Plains SPCA, we take pride in offering a lifelong, full-circle approach for pets and their human companions with our three-pronged approach: prevention, adoption and retention. Amidst the hardships …
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How to Safely Break Up a Dog Fight
It is important to differentiate a fight from an altercation. Altercations may involve growling, barking, snapping, and dominant-aggressive body posturing, but in most cases the dogs do not harm each …
Fourth of July Pet Safety
The Fourth of July is coming up soon, which means FIREWORKS!!! Humans can’t seem to get enough of fireworks and love to celebrate the Independence Day holiday. However, many animals are absolutely …
Help calm your dog’s separation anxiety
Certified animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, Director of Animal Behavior & Training at Great Plains SPCA, has a few tips to help calm your dog’s separation anxiety after quarantine! Need …
What to do when your pet has Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety can be incredibly frustrating for many new pet owners and is one of the most common behavior challenges. Animals that have separation anxiety will display destructive behaviors when …
Introducing Paw Enforcement with Great Plains SPCA
Time out of the shelter can do amazing things for our pets. Recently, the Lenexa Police Department has partnered with our team to take shelter dogs on day-long field trips. …
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Introducing Adventure Tails with Great Plains SPCA
INTRODUCING: ADVENTURE TAILS Do you work long hours? Are you on the road a lot? Live in a small apartment? Do you love dogs but just can’t own one right …
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