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Meet the breed: The Leonberger

by Cindy Fertsch | May 16, 2024 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Pets, South Jersey

By Heidi Clayton The American Kennel Club describes the Leonberger as a hidden gem among purebred dogs. If you like big, sweet, hairy dogs consider the Leonberger. I know several “Leos” and have yet to meet one that is not sweet and happy. I highly recommend them as a...

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Unveils Dr. Alex Ernst Memorial Education Center at Atlantic Cape’s Cape May County Campus 

by Cindy Fertsch | May 15, 2024 | Cape May, Cape May County, Features, News, Pets, South Jersey

It was a vision that the late Cape May County Park & Zoo Assistant Director and Veterinarian Dr. Alex Ernst had many years ago. On May 10, before a lobby full of attendees, the Zoo held a ribbon cutting ceremony to unveil, in his memory, the Dr. Alex Ernst...

Purr-fectly Imperfect: A look at cohabitating with our feline friends

by Cindy Fertsch | May 9, 2024 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Erica Hoffman, Pets, South Jersey

By Erica Hoffman I woke up this morning and like most other mornings, I was met by two big round eyes intensely staring at me from the foot of my bed. It sounds frightening, but fear not; what may sound like a scene out of a horror film is actually one of my favorite...

How harnesses affect dog training

by Cindy Fertsch | May 9, 2024 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Pets, South Jersey

By Heidi Clayton The use of a harness to prevent pulling has become a hot topic in the dog world. The misconception among pet owners is that simply wearing a harness teaches them to not pull. Conversely, the resentment among some trainers is that they lead to...

Grieving a beloved pet

by Cindy Fertsch | May 2, 2024 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Features, Pets, South Jersey

By Heidi Clayton I lost one of my dogs this week. On Wednesday, April 24, one Miss Sushi Marie left me. All I can think of is how to move on in the world without her pure heart and unwavering love. I decided to share a portion of Crystal Ward Kent’s essay called “The...

May the 4th Be with You: Atlantic County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees

by Cindy Fertsch | Apr 30, 2024 | Atlantic County, Features, Pets, Pleasantville, South Jersey

On Saturday, May 4, the Atlantic County Animal Shelter will waive all adoption fees for dogs weighing 25 pounds and more as part of its Star Wars-themed promotion, “May the 4th Be with You.” Appointments are not needed for this event. This special promotion is in...
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