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Ask Crystal: Selective Hearing

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  My dog seems to have selective hearing. He is always barking at things so…

Lady’s Full Circle Adoption

Lady Goes Full Circle Lady was originally adopted from Blue Ridge Humane in 2011 by Elisabeth. Recently we were contacted by Nikki from the Henderson County Sheriff's Department dispatch office about Lady. Her owner, Elisabeth is on their reassurance…
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Puppy Socialization: Pandemic Version, pt 1

Puppy Socialization During a Pandemic We find ourselves in unprecedented times for the foreseeable future. Unable to socialize in familiar ways, many are choosing canine companionship to find purpose and joy in our day. Adoptions are soaring…
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Ask Crystal: Treat Hog

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  I recently adopted a young female dog. So far everything is going really well.…
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Ask Crystal: Crate Training

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  We recently adopted a puppy who is now four months old. She is doing really…
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June Free Pet Food Giveaway

Second Pet Food Giveaway from Blue Ridge Humane and the ASPCA scheduled for Henderson County Blue Ridge Humane Society is partnering once again with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty  Animals (ASPCA) Spay/Neuter Alliance…

Ask Crystal: Thwarting an Escape Pro

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  I have a hound dog that I cannot seem to keep confined in our yard. She…
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Ask Crystal: Leash Walking Training Tips

Welcome to "Ask Crystal," where you can ask your pet behavior questions! You can submit your question for Crystal at the bottom of the page! Dear Crystal,  We adopted a new dog recently and we need some advice. We walk her around constantly…
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Thrift Store Update: Closed Until Phase 2

Thrift Store Re-Opening Update The Blue Ridge Humane Society Thrift Store will remain closed until Phase 2 of the state plan to reopen businesses for the safety of our customers, volunteers, and staff. While that is tentatively predicted to…
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Free Pet Food Giveaway

Free Pet Food Giveaway from Blue Ridge Humane and the ASPCA scheduled for Henderson County Blue Ridge Humane Society is partnering with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty  Animals (ASPCA) Spay/Neuter Alliance in Asheville…