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Northtowns Pet Blog: Easing Separation Anxiety

Northtowns Pet Blog: Easing Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is a very common behavior that is expressed when a dog is left alone.  Usually, it is a severe contrast with his normal behavior when he is around people.  A dog with separation anxiety may be destrucive, potty in the house, cry, bark, yelp, slobber and pace.  It can begin as young as 9 months of age and is also common in older dogs who are losing their sight and hearing and are more dependent  on their owners.  Your veterinarian can easily diagnose this behavioral disorder after ruling out possible medical causes. 

The anxiety level can vary as well as the intensity of unwanted behaviors.  Signs of a dog with separation anxiety are:

2 Your Pet: Help One Year Old Douglas

Douglas is a one year old mixed-breed dog who is looking for a good home. He has been living in a foster home for several months.

His foster mother says that he is a friendly and active dog and gets along great with other dogs and kids.

For more information, you can visit the Buffalo Animal Shelter's Website, or call (716) 851-5694.

Northtowns Pet Blog: Pet Health Hazards Abound In Spring-Are You Prepared?

Northtowns Pet Blog: Pet Health Hazards Abound In Spring-Are You Prepared?

As I was busy making my rounds walking clients dogs today I noticed one of the dogs kept walking over to flowers that were along our path.  It made me think about how important it is to be aware of the potential dangers spring plants and fertilizers pose for pets.

Flowers and plants are decorative and not meant to be eaten. As with any non-food , some flowers and plants can have a varying effect on pets if ingested.

Being a cat and dog owner, I know it can be a challenge, but don't let cats and dogs ingest any parts of any plant.  Keep indoor plants and bouquets in a spot that they cannot easily access.

I have included some information you can access here on some informative springtime tips to keep your pets safe.  

Another tip: Familiarize yourself with which blooms are safe for pets and which could be toxic.

SPCA Names New Director of Animal Cruelty Investigations

SPCA Names New Director of Animal Cruelty Investigations

Jeffrey C. Eyre has been named SPCA Serving Erie County Director of Animal Cruelty Investigations, Rescue, and Community Response. Eyre comes to the SPCA after working more than three years at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), where he most recently served as the Northeast Regional Director, Field Investigations and Response.

A native of Western New York, Eyre has more than 30 years experience in law enforcement, firefighting, human and animal rescue, animal welfare, and cruelty investigation at local, state, and federal levels.

He has worked in various aspects of law enforcement including assignments as a uniformed police officer, criminal investigator, canine handler, mounted patrol officer, and evidence technician.

As an animal cruelty investigator, he has investigated several thousand cases that included companion animals, farm animals, and exotic animals.

May Dates Announced for Free Rabies Clinics in Erie County

May Dates Announced for Free Rabies Clinics in Erie County

ERIE COUNTY, NY— Today, Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz, Commissioner of Health Dr. Gale Burstein and Erie County Legislator Lynn Marinelli (District 3) announced that upcoming rabies clinics will be held in the month of May. The clinics, conducted by the County Department of Health in association with the Niagara Frontier Veterinary Society and the SPCA Serving Erie County, provide free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats, and ferrets.

“We must protect families and their pets from rabies, and these free clinics are a great way to do that,” said Poloncarz.

2 Your Pet: Help Find a Home for Milton

 

2 Your Pet returns this week with Milton. 

Milton is just over a year old and has been living in a foster home. His foster mother says he is a great family pet and that he enjoys playing with all sorts of balls and toys. 

For more information on how you can adopt Milton, contact the Buffalo Animal Shelter at (716) 851-5694. 

Or you can email his foster mother Ruth at: buchholz122@roadrunner.com

 

It's Back! 2 Your Pet Returns to Daybreak Saturday

Suzanne Laba from the Buffalo Animal Shelter stops by the Daybreak studios with Ruby. 

 

  • Ruby has been at the shelter since last August.
  • She was 2 1/2 years old when she arrived.
  • Ruby has been taking obedience classes and is well trained.
Click on the video above for this week's 2 Your Pet.