Cold weather in Florida, with recent record-breaking temperatures hitting freezing or below in some areas, has a strange way of motivating Floridians. What began with a simple post on a personal Facebook page has blossomed into a full-blown movement, proving once again, that there is good in this world. While visiting a couple of shelters… Continue reading A Bed For Every Shelter Dog.
Have you ever considered running a marathon with your dog?
The unconditional love of a dog heals the soul, reaching into the heart to cross canyons of loneliness and despair. Military researchers are trying to learn if there’s real science behind that semi-mystical link and whether it can help treat the signature wounds of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.
As the Jacksonville Humane Society celebrates the grand opening of its new facilities, we revisit our story about the devastating fire in 2007.
Who knew that drinking vodka would be for the greater good of dogs? Not just any vodka, though.
Today is the last day of October. Just a reminder: October is Adopt A Shelter Pet month AND Domestic Violence Awareness month. Let’s not forget these two important issues. There is a strong correlation between animal cruelty and violence against people. St. Petersburg, Florida’s CASA set to open a Pet Kennel and THE NEW BARKER visited. (No graphic photos).
Sometimes a good dog story is right under your nose. All you have to do is listen.
