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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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Cold temperatures can put your pets at risk! Here are 10 tips to keep them safe this winter: 1. Know your dog’s limits! Some dogs are more susceptible to the cold than others. Short-coated, thin, elderly, or very young dogs get cold more quickly – so adjust the amount of time they stay outside! If your
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In the span of 24 hours, our HERO Outreach Team faced three urgent cases that needed their immediate attention. From a dog being hit by a car, to puppies scavenging for food on the side of the road. Though the situations we see are heartbreaking, we are dedicated to helping animals in need. These are
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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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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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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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At Great Plains SPCA, we have the immense privilege of working alongside some truly remarkable individuals who are an integral part of our mission to save lives. Among them are Zeb and Christine Sanders, a couple who have opened their hearts and home to an astounding 805 foster animals since 2010. We asked Christine a
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Bubby, Donnelly, and Thor have been in our care for 371 days pending the results of their court case. Each arrived with their own scars from their previous lives, from filed-down teeth to a severely infected limb that required amputation. Throughout this entire year, we have hoped with all of our hearts that they would
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