Free Rabies Clinic in Ocean City on Saturday, Jan. 18
Ocean City will host a free rabies clinic from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025 at the Ocean City Fire Department headquarters at 550 Asbury Avenue. Dogs must be licensed in the State of New Jersey, and to renew a license, a rabies vaccine must be good for...
Meet the low-shedding breed: the Pumi
By Heidi Clayton Just a reminder, there is no such thing as a non-shedding dog. However, there are several breeds that are considered “low-shedding.” They have been bred for hundreds of years to produce reliable, low-shedding coats. One of my favorite low-shedders is...
Penguins, flamingos coming to Cape May County Zoo
By Julia Train In early December, the Cape May County Park & Zoo announced that it would be bringing Humboldt Penguins and Chilean Flamingos to the zoo. “The Cape May County Zoological Society is creating world-class habitats for Humboldt Penguins and Chilean...
Do you need to bundle your dog up before going outside?
By Heidi Clayton With the first snowstorm of winter upon us, you might be wondering if your dog needs a winter jacket or coat. Not every dog needs to wear a coat and booties, but every dog is susceptible to frostbite. Knowing when to limit their activities and dress...
Training dogs to do tricks, from Trick Dog competitions to combatting canine boredom
By Heidi Clayton A fun way to break up your dog or puppy’s training routine and keep their brains sharp is by training them to do tricks. The American Kennel Club has created a Trick Dog testing program in which your dog can earn “Trick Dog” titles for performing...
