by Heidi Clayton | Aug 14, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
There are people in the world who, for whatever reason, do not want to meet or pet your dog. Some people who do not want your dog loose in public areas, and they are well within their rights to feel that way. It is not only basic dog etiquette to keep your dog on a...
by shorelocalnews | Aug 12, 2025 | Mays Landing, Atlantic County, Features, Health and Fitness, Pets, South Jersey
24-year-old Dylan Tarapilli was recently matched with Canine Companions service dog named Phaedra! Dylan is overjoyed about how Phaedra is making such a big difference for him. Phaedra is a two-year-old Lab/Golden Retriever cross specially bred and trained by...
by Heidi Clayton | Aug 7, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
Your dog’s personality plays a huge role in what you can realistically accomplish when teaching them obedience, especially if they are showing signs of having what people consider a poor temperament or attitude. In over 20 years of breeding my own Bull Terriers,...
by Heidi Clayton | Jun 12, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
According to the American Kennel Club, about 10 percent of all dogs will develop a heart disease over the course of their lifetime. A diagnosis of heart disease, even just several years ago, usually was not promising. However, with advancements in research, health...
by Cindy Fertsch | Jun 5, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor, South Jersey
Letter from the editor I saw a T-shirt on the Boardwalk recently that made me laugh. It read: “I’m sorry, my dog said I can’t.” I chuckled because, well — it’s true. Our two dogs are a major consideration in just about every decision we make. They definitely...
