Wednesday, December 7, 2016

Beware of puppy scams around the holidays

Beware of puppy scams around the holidays: The holiday season sees an increase in scams, and puppy scams are no exception. Officials see an increase in complaints from people who purchase sick animals or are victims of internet scams such ...

Saturday, November 26, 2016

Insights Into the Behavior of Dogs Rescued from Animal Hoarders

Insights Into the Behavior of Dogs Rescued from Animal Hoarders:

Like prisoners of war, dogs rescued from hoarding environments often carry the effects of their trauma with them for years. Until recently, we have lacked knowledge about how best to help these dogs recover, or even to understand how trauma affects their behavior. A new study provides some of the first data available about these dogs’ unique needs, and in doing so, suggests how to address them.

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Study on Dogs’ Preferences for Praise Versus Treats

Study on Dogs’ Preferences for Praise Versus Treats: Dogs are well known to be chowhounds. The idea that they love food more than anything else is practically (excuse the expression) dogma in the fields of canine behavior and dog training. The trouble is, recent research suggests that it is not true for all dogs.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Friday, January 22, 2016

I-Team: Former Kennel Employee Speaks Out About Deplorable Conditions

Let's keep the pressure on the State. Contact your MA legislator and ask them to support








  • An Act to Protect Puppies and Kittens, S. 1103 & H. 1826 


I-Team: Former Kennel Employee Speaks Out About Deplorable Conditions: A new bill aimed at preventing the sale of so called “puppy mill” dogs is up for debate in the Massachusetts state house.