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New Pet Loss Peer Support Group
Blue Ridge Humane Offers Pet Loss Peer Support Group
Blue Ridge Humane Society knows how difficult the loss of a loved pet can be, and to support grieving pet owners, is offering a new peer support group with a professional group moderator.
The…
Meet Jake!
Today's Featured Pet is Jake!
Meet Jake!
Jake is a goofy guy that LOVES to play tug! Right now his favorite toy is a rope toy but we are sure that he will be impressed with anything you give…
Ask Crystal: Old Dog, New Tricks?
Dear Crystal,
My cockapoo Abby is 9 yrs old and was raised with our other cockapoo who passed a few years ago. She was the friendliest dog and loved other dogs and people. Abby on the other hand doesn’t like kids and other dogs…
Meet Luna!
Today's Featured Pet is Luna!
Chonky gorls need luvin' tooooooo! Luna is all that and probably 5 bags of chips based on her lovely lady lumps. This sweet girl is happy for any attention that she…
Ask Crystal: Noisy Pup
Dear Crystal,
My dog Charlie barks at dogs and people especially if he is looking out the patio door. As he has gotten older he tends to handle people better when they come to the house. I don't walk him a lot because of this. Any ideas?…
Meet Trixie!
Today's Featured Pet is Trixie!
Trixie is a really curious girl who loves getting her ears rubbed! She seems to be very playful with other dogs and really has taken to Morticia and Jake. She…
Volunteers Step Up In New Ways
Volunteers Fill New Roles and Help Out with Huge Impact
When you think of volunteering at Blue Ridge Humane Society, what usually comes to mind are visions of the happy hustle and bustle at the Adoption Center as volunteers come and go after…
Ella’s Rehoming Happy Tail
Rehoming Leads to More than Second Chances
Cynthia adopted Remington from us last year, but it was her rehoming experience that led her to not just one amazing dog, but two.
About 4 years ago, Cynthia had adopted Ella from the rehoming…
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…
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…