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MoJo’s Best comes as a result of the SQSPCA’s “Fur-tual Reality Dog Show,” sponsored by Clutter and Preferred Mutual. Online voting from August 19 to September 25 allowed the public to choose their favorite from among 10 mostly canine entries, Jeremy the ram being the lone exception.…
“This campaign—our biggest of the year—makes the difference as to what services the SQSPCA is able to provide,” said Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “The high-quality services we currently offer are only available because of the support of individuals in our region who believe in what we do and who care about the wellbeing of animals.”…
Several local charitable organizations have expressed disappointment regarding Brewery Ommegang’s handling of volunteers this year.…
“Belle is slowly gaining weight, but we still have to be very careful. She is up to 35 pounds now and doing well—she wants to play and explore everything! We are still feeding her multiple times a day and checking bloodwork as needed,” Lukovsky said.…
The road to recovery for Oscar and Belle will be long, according to Haynes. Severely emaciated dogs can face a number of problems as a result of and in addition to malnutrition, including dehydration, skin conditions, organ or neurological compromise, anemia, osteoarthritis, a suppressed immune system, and chronic pain. They can develop gastrointestinal problems leading to diarrhea, loss of appetite and vomiting.…
“This event is aimed at creating a connection between young people and pets, from grade school to college-aged students,” explained SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “Studies by the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry show there are many benefits for children raised with pets, including contributing to a child’s self-esteem and self-confidence, developing trusting relationships with others, and developing non-verbal communication, compassion, and empathy while providing physical activity, comfort contact, love, loyalty, and affection.”…
Canine contestants are seeking the votes of the public to encourage donations and earn "wagging" rights. In the spirit of friendly competition, whose dog can raise the most money for animals in need?…
“We want to hear from folks in our communities about the animal-related issues and needs they care about, and share details on the success of our last forum, which inspired Friends of the Feral,” said SQSPCA Executive Director Stacie Haynes. “We will introduce the leaders of Friends of the Feral and share details on the great work they do and how we work together.”…
At the Susquehanna SPCA, we try to empower people to join our mission and to provide assistance for the animal they are calling about. Maybe we can talk them through their situation and advise on the food and supplies they need to care for the animal themselves. Maybe we can rehome their pet, but we need them to foster the animal for a while.…
The tournament is a captain and crew (scramble) format. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. The cost is $125.00 per player, or $500.00 per foursome, and includes 18 holes and cart, use of the driving range, goodie bags, live music, and a barbecue buffet dinner.…