Thanksgiving Food and Your Pet

What a wonderful time of year it is. For many of us, it’s a time to be thankful for our friends, family and general well-being. You just might go to wonderful parties and bring home all kinds of food that you usually do not keep around. With that in mind, please keep your pet’s safety … Read more

Senior Pet Adoption Month

We posted previously about the benefits of a senior dog for your favorite senior citizen here: http://lastchanceranchsanctuary.org/seniors-for-seniors/ but we also wanted to talk about how November is officially Senior Pet Adoption Month! There are so many animals that need a forever home, but we specifically want to talk to you about seniors. Did you know … Read more

Cold Weather Running

We are definitely seeing cooler weather come in, and as such, something that all of you active folks are thinking about is preparing Spot to run with you while it’s cold. The basic rule of thumb here is, if it’s too cold for you, it is likely too cold for your pet. The pros that … Read more

Cold Weather Pet Care

In some parts of the country, the cold fronts have already come in. In other parts, we’re just starting to see the temperatures start to fall. In any case, this is a great time to start thinking about protecting your pet against the elements. It is a common misconception that animals are built to easily … Read more

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

As October draws to a close, we wanted to remind you (or tell you) that October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! Has this been something that you’ve been thinking about for awhile? Do the following things sound like something you’re looking for? • A companion for your exercise activities (hiking, walking, trips to the … Read more

Animal Obesity

Based on various studies, over half of all dogs and cats in the US are overweight. While this is often observed as an overeating problem with household animals, the fact is that it might just be a feeding problem from their owners. We know that your pet is very loved, but a number of debilitating … Read more

Paw Care

Paws provide extra padding for your pup and also allow them to comfortably traipse along on land and in water. If they’re a water dog, the webbing in their toes actually helps them to swim better. That said, do you take care of your dog’s paws? If your dog starts limping or is incessantly licking, … Read more

Foster Care

Do you love animals but can’t take one in permanently?  Not sure if you are ready to adopt?  Or do you want to see how a new animal gets along with your brood?  Fostering could be the right choice for you.  Shelters everywhere are overcrowded and could use help from wonderful people like you. Who … Read more