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Rescue

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Jackie Hirtz

THIS IS RILEY. HE’S MY SISTER’S DOG. He’s old, gentle, kind, a wonder. “He probably lived his whole life outside,” the rescuer who pulled him from an inland shelter says, “there are signs – his ears, his nails, his teeth.” … Continue reading →

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“She’s saved a lot of lives…

Posted on December 19, 2015 by Jackie Hirtz

A search and rescue dog detected cancer in her human saving yet another life. Continue reading →

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“Dear Marcy and Jackie” What about reading to Bowzer?

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Jackie Hirtz

“Dear Marcy and Jackie” What about reading to Bowzer?. #readtoyourpets http://www.lolazola.com and @Tweenorama on Twitter

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“Dear Marcy and Jackie” What about reading to Bowzer?

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Jackie Hirtz

  “Dear Marcy and Jackie” What about reading to Bowzer?. #readtoyourpets @Tweenorama on Twitter

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Closed for a Great Reason!

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Jackie Hirtz

Why is was this animal shelter closed on Christmas? Hint: You’ll like the answer. Find out why here.

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Wow! LAX Has Therapy Dogs Now

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Jackie Hirtz

Rescue dogs come to the rescue in LAX’s PUP therapy program “Someone was there for them when they needed help, and now these rescue dogs walking through the terminals at LAX — offering a few minutes of stress relief to … Continue reading →

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Two Ways of Thinking About Good Dogs

Posted on October 1, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Are good dogs born that way? Or… well, take a look. And about my good dog — I’ve been working hard to train my exuberant, happy puppy to tame her energy and greet people and dogs in a calm manner. … Continue reading →

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A True Animal Hero (Make that Two Animal Heroes)

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Nathan J. Winograd, Stanford Law School graduate, is a real-life hero for animals. Among his numerous and amazing accomplishments, he made a documentary film. Watch the trailer. Was Henry Bergh, a 19th Century animal advocate the Nathan J. Winograd of … Continue reading →

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Dogs on the Titanic

Posted on April 15, 2012 by Jackie Hirtz

Twelve dogs were on the Titanic and three survived. Take a look at this exhibit at the Widener University Art Gallery in Philadelphia. “There is such a special bond between people and their pets. For many, they are considered to … Continue reading →

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Beagles from Spain Get the Best Gift of Their Lives!

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Jackie Hirtz

Watch NBC’s video of the Beagle Freedom Project. If you love dogs and believe that animals deserve our kindness and care, you will like this story.

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