GUIDELINES TO CONSIDER WHEN DOG WALKING by Elena Siegel Want to ensure a safe and relaxing stroll in the neighborhood with your dog? Here are some simple and key precautions to take when heading out. Leash. Treats. Keys. Phone. FRONT DOOR MANNERS: Try starting your walk with a sit! Stay. Heel. Your dog now knows … Continue reading Dog walking Tips
Training is one of the most important gifts you can give to your dog and yourself. It can create a lifelong bond that enriches the years you have together. Learning how to walk calmly on a leash, be polite around other dogs, refrain from jumping on children and adults- these valuable social skills help keep … Continue reading Spotlight on Dog Training
Are you caring for stray or feral cats? The town of University Park has partnered with A Cat's Life Rescue to provide a free Trap Neuter Return (TNR) program for town residents caring for community cats. Thousands of cats living on the streets struggle to survive so it's extremely important to get all community cats … Continue reading New UP TNR Program
Call for pictures of your pets for the UP Helping Paws Blog! Please send a photo of your pet with their name to uphelpingpaws@gmail.com. We look forward to featuring them on our blog. As the weather gets cooler, it is a great time to get outside and walk the dog! Please consider using compostable bags … Continue reading Call for UP Pet Photos!
For all of you with companion animals, the Helping Paws Committee wanted to provide the most up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 and your animal(s). Based on the limited information available to date, the risk of animals spreading COVID-19 to people is considered to be low. This information was gathered on June 27, 2020. This is an evolving … Continue reading Special COVID-19 Edition
Did you know that Prince George's County requires residents to register ferrets, dogs, and cats that are 4 months or older? It's $5 per year for spayed or neutered animals (you need to show proof the first time) and $25 per year for unaltered pets. A license must be obtained within 30 days of residency, … Continue reading Register Your Pets!
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