Articles for tag: Columbia Gorge, Cruelty to Animals

Karla News

Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver, Washington

Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community. When you volunteer, you are helping to save resources which can be spend on local improvements. The estimated dollar value of a volunteer’s time is $15.39 an hour! Volunteering is also a great way to build up a resume and make professional contacts. Some ...

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How to Quiet Barking Neighbor Dogs

If the thought of yet another neighborhood canine chorus makes you want to pull your hair out, you’re not alone. City and county government agencies across the nation have implemented dog barking complaint hotlines, mediation processes and some even offer tastefully prepared lists of local dog obedience classes for pet owners with vocal canines. Talking ...

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5 Ways You Can Save an Animal’s Life

If you have ever seen a stray cat digging in a garbage can for food or a lost dog scared and starved, you may have wondered what you could do to save them. Unfortunately, there are thousands of homeless pets roaming the United States and although we cannot adopt every one we find, we can ...

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Why Dogs Eat Dirt

If your dog is gulping mouthfuls of your garden soil a hidden health or behavioral problem may be to blame. Dogs eat dirt to satisfy mineral deficiencies, alleviate pancreatic illness and fight boredom. And, some pets simply enjoy the flavor of additives in the soil. Mineral Deficiencies Very active working dogs or those fed a ...