Most recently, two of our puppies at Great Plains SPCA have contracted a deadly disease called canine parvovirus type 2, commonly called “parvo.” We are giving them the fighting chance they deserve to one day live a long and healthy life. But what exactly is parvo? Parvo is a highly contagious disease that attacks the […]
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As we gather with friends and family to give thanks, let’s not forget about the safety and well-being of our four-legged family! There are numerous human foods that are harmful to our pets, and lots of visitors can be overwhelming for animals that aren’t accustomed to meeting new people in the home. To ensure a
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Receiving a cancer diagnosis for your beloved pet can be a devastating and overwhelming experience. The fear and uncertainty can make it challenging to know where to begin. However, it’s essential to remember that you are not alone in this journey. Cancer in pets is more common than you might think, and there are steps
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With temperatures climbing into the 100s, it is vitally important you keep a close eye on your pet when they are outdoors. Even a few minutes can be fatal, and our pets need us to advocate for their safety. Here are a few tips and tricks to beat the heat, identify heat stroke, and most
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As a nonprofit animal shelter that provides a safe haven for animals in need, we take in animals that are abandoned, surrendered, or abused, and provide them with medical care, food, and shelter. As with any animal shelter, Great Plains SPCA faces urgent medical cases daily that require immediate attention. We’ve had several urgent cases
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Earlier this week we posted on our social media channels about Max and the dangers of tethering your dog. Max was in his backyard on a tether Saturday when two dogs attacked him. He had no way to escape so he dropped onto his back submissively as the dogs mauled him. He came to Great
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This past month we’ve seen a huge surge in emergency medical cases at Great Plains SPCA. While we have an incredible in-house Shelter Medicine Team, some cases require that we send animals to specialty hospitals for care. Our average cost of care per animal is $751 with an average length stay of 26 days. Over
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Spring has officially sprung and with that comes the inevitable—flowers! While beautiful, one type of flower is hiding a dangerous secret for cats. Dr. Madison Minter, Shelter Veterinarian at Great Plains SPCA, would like to share some information about keeping cats safe among spring blooms. “True” lily species, meaning lilies from the Lilium or Hemerocallis
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The weather is getting nicer, the flowers will start blooming soon and we’re all ready for spring to finally begin! Unfortunately, spring weather brings mosquitos and other parasites that can cause problems for our pets, mainly heartworms. Heartworms are transmitted to our pets through mosquito bites. Eventually, the heartworms will migrate to the heart and
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and with this holiday comes the obvious: flowers and sweets. However, some of these common items gifted to loved ones for the holiday can be dangerous for your pets! Dr. Madison Minter, Shelter Veterinarian at Great Plains SPCA, would like to share some common Valentine’s Day toxins to
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