A brown and black huskie looking dog is outside and has her mouth open in a smile with tongue showing
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Meet Kendra!

Today's Featured Pet is Kendra! Kendra is a BIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIG, goofy girl that has no idea how large she is. She is very social with people but hasn't quite learned that some people don't…
Small black dog pulls on leash

Ask Crystal: Reactive Dog 101

Dear Crystal,  My dog pulls a lot and barks at most dogs.  He is a Pomeranian/ Spitz. How do I stop this?  Sincerely,  Barky Pup    Dear Barky, Reactivity is a very common problem in dogs and even yours truly…

Ask Crystal: Puppy Potty Training

Dear Crystal, Our 9-week-old Cocker Spaniel puppy stays in a crate at night. We have been getting up twice to take him outside to pee and poop. We put pee pads in his crate at night, but he still occasionally has an accident. We are sleep…
a grey and white cat sits curled in a basket with a red feather toy
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April Free Pet Food Giveaways

April Free Pet Food Giveaways from Blue Ridge Humane Society Tuesday, March 30 , 2021: Hendersonville, NC – April showers bring additional free pet food giveaways from Blue Ridge Humane Society. Blue Ridge Humane Community Outreach…
a black and white dog stands outside with a happy expression and his tongue out. In the foregraound a hand holds a dandelion.
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Meet Bass!

Today's Featured Pet is Bass! Bass is a happy, happy boy! He is incredibly social with people and is ready to explore the world around him. Bass is very curious and would benefit from an active…
A white, brown, and black dog jumps up on hind legs against a neutral background

Ask Crystal: Excited Greeter

Dear Crystal,  How can I get my dog to stop barking and jumping on me before I go out the door and when I come home?  Sincerely,  Excited Greeter    Dear Excited, Excited greetings are an extremely common problem…
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Meet Roxy – Adopted!

Today's Featured Pet is Roxy! Roxy is winning over all of our hearts right now but especially her fosters'! She was extremely fearful in a shelter environment but has been blossoming into…
a grey cat lays on a carpet platform with a rope scratching post next to it

Ask Crystal: A Shocking Behavior

Dear Crystal,  Hi, I have a great kitten named Binx. He recently started scratching the outlets. Why?  Sincerely,  Curious Kitty    Dear Curious, What an interesting question. I have not had experience with this particular…
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Blue Ridge Humane Prepares for Kitten Season with Kitten Shower, Name a Kitten, and More!

Blue Ridge Humane Prepares for Kitten Season with Kitten Shower, Name a Kitten, and More! Thursday, March 11 , 2021: Hendersonville, NC – Hundreds of baby kittens are expected and Blue Ridge Humane Society staff are getting ready with a…
A white cat with dark grey ears and paw lays on a pink towel
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Meet Moo!

Today's Featured Pet is Moo! Moo is a easy going boy that really would love to land in a mellow home that isn't too fast paced. He has lived with other cats in a previous home and would probably…