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“Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them, filling an emptiness we don’t even know we have. – Thorn Jones” Our journey with Kota Bear began long before he was even born. In late 2018, Scott Christopher, investigator with the Geauga County Prosecutor’s Office, reached out to see how we could potentially help…

September is National Disaster Preparedness Month. If there’s ever a situation requiring evacuation in the area where you live, you’ll want to be ready to keep not only yourself safe, but your pets, too. Leaving pets out of emergency plans can put their lives and the lives of first responders in danger. There are three…

One of a dog parent’s biggest fears will always be losing their pet. Losing a pet is like losing any loved one, and it’s an experience no one should ever have to go through. July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month and serves as an important reminder to make sure our pets stay safe and…

As pet parents, we hate to see our furry companions sad or in any sort of pain. Separation anxiety is is a condition that can negatively impact our dog’s quality of life. It’s fear and anxiety that occur when a dog is separated from his caretaker, and it’s been one of the biggest challenges for…

“One reason a dog can be such a comfort when you’re feeling blue is that he doesn’t try to find out why.” – Unknown Our trainers are frequently asked, “how do I train my dog to be an emotional support animal?” The fact remains, there are no hard and fast answers to that question. Emotional…

If the pandemic were an Indians game, we’re in the bottom of the 5th: closer to the end than the beginning with a lot of work to do in between. Many of us are beginning to engage more freely with the wide world, visiting friends, family, old favorites for food and drink, and headed back…

“Happiness is a warm puppy.” – Charles M. Schulz It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Toasty fires, tasty treats, lights and songs and cheer all around give us the warm fuzzies. Those warm fuzzies also lead many folks to seek out and bring home a new family member, especially of the puppy variety….

“Animals have come to mean so much in our lives. We live in a fragmented and disconnected culture. Politics are ugly, religion is struggling, technology is stressful, and the economy is unfortunate. What’s one thing that we have in our lives that we can depend on? A dog or a cat loving us unconditionally, every…

Tony had always been a good boy. After his mom and dad, Courtney and Jeff, got him trained as a puppy shortly after he was adopted from the shelter, he had the manners of a gentleman, could manage his energy like an athlete, and never had embarrassing toilet accidents. He was always on time for…

At its core, Halloween is all about thrills and chills—but when it comes to pet safety, we prefer to keep things horror-free. Read on for everything you’ll need to know about Halloween pet safety and how to keep things from escalating to a scene straight out of Cujo. PROPER IDENTIFICATION: Caped crusaders yelling loudly for…

Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really. – Agnes Sligh Turnbull Everyone loves a puppy. What’s not to love? That breath, no concept of danger or fear, boops and jellybeans for days! As they grow, we grow with them. Our dogs are there for our new beginnings like graduations, weddings, and births, and…

Every year on March 13th the nation celebrates the service of our veteran K9 officers. We sat down with Staff Sergeant Alexander Schmitt, Military Working Dog Handler and owner to veteran K9 Mark, for a glimpse into what it means when a former officer becomes a part of the family! Tell us how you met…

One thing is true – our dogs love us, rain or shine. With the beginning of spring rapidly approaching, it’s time to get out and reciprocate that love and let those puppies enjoy it! Here are some of our recommendations to get you and your doggo ready to roll into spring! TIME TO VISIT THE…

While we’ve discussed how to get your pup ready for warm weather, how do you keep them comfortable and safe when the temps begin to soar? The summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for pets and people. It’s difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures, let alone thick humidity, but things really get tough in…

We all know at least one – the smallest dog that gets away with being the worst because, gosh darn it, he’s just so cute! Many small dogs tend to get away with behaviors that, with larger breeds, would be corrected with immediacy. Over time these behaviors can manifest into an unruly dog and a…

February is National Responsible Pet Owners Month! You already know that the rewards involved in pet ownership far outweigh the costs, but what does it really mean to be a truly responsible pet owner? There are so many answers to that question, but we can help you identify the basics. VETERINARY CARE – Just like…