by Heidi Clayton | Apr 23, 2026 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
In honor of this past weekend’s Doo Dah parade in Ocean City that brought over 300 low and slow dogs to the Boardwalk to slowly strut their stuff, I thought I would introduce everyone to the one and only basset hound breed. Perhaps one of the most recognizable...
by Heidi Clayton | Apr 16, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
There are a lot of training tasks on the to-do list after getting a puppy: housebreaking, coming when called, walking nicely on a leash and more. Before all of that, though, bonding with your new puppy should take priority. All of the other stuff will be so much...
by Heidi Clayton | Apr 9, 2026 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Pets, South Jersey
All of my puppies have now left for their new homes, with the exception of Bento Box, who will be staying here at Four on the Floor. I will begin “training” him, even though he is only 10 weeks old. I am using the word training loosely. While he will be learning...
by shorelocalnews | Apr 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
Beacon Animal Rescue, a no-kill shelter in Upper Township, has been dedicated to saving the lives of cats and dogs since 2003. The organization works to rescue, care for and place animals in loving homes while also supporting pet owners with resources and education....
by Heidi Clayton | Apr 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey
Time has flown by, and just like that, two of my puppies have moved on to their new homes. Before sending them off, I prepare a list of what their families will need and how they spend their days here to help their new families adjust to life with a puppy. I also...
