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35 articles
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How cold is too cold for a cat? And how to get outdoor cats through a Minnesota winter
Most cats start to feel it below 45°F, and below freezing a thin-coated cat shouldn't be out more than 10 to 15 minutes. What changes that number, and how to shelter, feed and water the cats who live outside.
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Fostering a cat or kitten in the Twin Cities: what it asks of you, and how to start
Bottle babies, shy adults, a mom with a litter. Here's what cat fostering involves in the Twin Cities, what the organization covers, how the application usually goes, and the city rule worth checking before a litter of five comes home.
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Your dog just got out — what to do first in the Twin Cities
Don't chase and don't call — and file the report before you start walking. Here's who takes a lost pet report in Minneapolis, Saint Paul and the suburbs, why the impound is a place you go rather than a website you check, and what changes once the weather turns.
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You found a stray dog or cat — who to call in the Twin Cities
Who to call about a stray dog or cat depends on which Twin Cities suburb you're standing in. Here's how to find the right number, what the five-day hold means, and why a loose cat is a different call than a loose dog.
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Pet safe ice melt: what actually works in a Minnesota winter
"Pet safe" isn't a regulated term, and the gentlest ice melts stop working around 20°F. What's in the bag, what it does to paws, and how to handle a Minneapolis January.
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Adoption applications: what the wait is really like, and what to ask
Adopters describe months of searching, applications that go unanswered, and the questions they wish they'd asked. Here's what to expect and what to bring with you.
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Sniffaris, and other small things that change a dog's week
The changes owners say made the biggest difference weren't the big ones — a slower walk, a cardboard box, ten minutes at the same time every day.
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Puppy barking: what it means and what actually helps
Puppies bark for four or five reasons and each one needs a different answer. How to tell which you're dealing with, what to do about it, and why the barking usually settles.
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How to volunteer with a Twin Cities animal rescue
What rescues actually need volunteers for, what the application usually involves, and how to find one near you that's taking people right now.
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How cold is too cold for a dog? A Minnesota owner's guide to winter
Vets treat 45°F as the first caution line, 32°F as when risk climbs, 20°F as genuinely dangerous. What changes those numbers, and what to watch for.
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What "no kill" means for a Minnesota rescue
"No kill" usually means a live-release rate near 90% — a convention, not a legal standard. What it does and doesn't tell you, and how to check a rescue.
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Rescue dog training: the complete guide to a well-behaved dog
Rescue dog training from day one — the 3-3-3 rule, house training, leash work and positive reinforcement, for a dog still working out whether home is safe.
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3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs: a new adopter's guide
Discover the 3-3-3 rule for rescue dogs and learn exactly what to expect in the first 3 days, 3 weeks, and 3 months after welcoming your new rescue home.
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How to train a rescue dog: a step-by-step guide
Learn how to train a rescue dog using step-by-step guidance on basic commands, positive reinforcement, crate training, and managing behavioral issues.
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Why does my dog follow me everywhere?
Do you have a four-legged shadow? Learn why dogs follow their owners everywhere and what canine attachment says about your bond.
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Dog fostering in the Twin Cities: what's involved
Fostering is how a lot of local rescues can say yes to a dog at all. What it asks of you, what the rescue covers, and how to start in the Twin Cities.
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How rescue dogs overcome separation anxiety
A lot of rescue dogs panic when left alone. What separation anxiety looks like, why rescue dogs are prone to it, and the strategies that actually help.
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The science behind goofy dog behavior
Learn why some dogs act like total goofballs, what science says about silly pup behavior, and how to encourage more joyful play with your dog.
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Best laundry detergent for pet odors: use enzymes
Pet odor is mostly protein, and perfume only covers it. Which detergents break it down, how to wash dog bedding and cat urine, and what to do when the smell survives a wash.
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How to get your puppy sleeping through the night without crying
The first few nights with a puppy are rough — crying, whining, 3am wake-ups. A routine that gets most puppies sleeping through, and how long it takes.
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Fostering senior dogs: what it's really like
Senior dogs wait longest in shelters and settle in fastest. What fostering an older dog involves, and why so many foster homes end up keeping them.
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How to stop food aggression between dogs at meals
Mealtimes with more than one dog can turn tense fast. How to spot food aggression early, and how to manage feeding so it doesn't escalate.
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Stop overexcited nipping during heel training
Teaching a dog to heel goes well until teeth get involved. Why food-motivated dogs nip for the treat, and how to fix it without losing the enthusiasm.
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Adopting through a rescue: what to expect, and why it's worth it
Applications, home checks, meet-and-greets and fees — what the rescue adoption process actually involves, and why the extra steps are usually worth it.
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Why no-kill shelters matter
Discover why No Kill animal rescue shelters in Minnesota and the Twin Cities are saving more lives and how you can support their life-saving mission today.
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The dog collar you've probably never heard of (but should be using)
Discover the best collar for your dog that most owners overlook. Learn why Martingale collars are a smart, safe choice for training and daily walks.
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What do animal shelters need the most?
Shelters want blankets and towels, and there are things they can't use at all. What to donate, what to leave at home, and how to check before you drive over.
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Schnauzers: discover their irresistible charm
Smart, lively, opinionated and a lot of dog for their size. What Schnauzers are like to live with, and where to find one in rescue.
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The Walk for Animals, and how to take part
Animal Humane Society's Walk for Animals is a one-mile fundraiser at the State Fairgrounds each spring. What the day involves, and how to find the date.
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Top 5 dog breeds most commonly found in shelters
Discover the top 5 dog breeds most commonly found in animal shelters and pet rescues. Find your perfect companion and adopt a dog from your local shelter.
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Top 5 dog breeds and their March Madness teams
Discover which dog breeds would choose Duke, Auburn, Alabama, Houston, or Michigan State in March Madness! Fun insights for basketball and dog lovers.
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Shelters vs. rescues: what's the difference when you're adopting?
Shelters and rescues aren't the same thing, and the difference changes what adopting is like. Intake, facilities, fees, and which might suit you better.
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How much does it cost to adopt a dog?
Adoption fees, vaccinations, supplies and the first vet visit — what adopting a dog actually costs up front, and what the fee usually already covers.
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5 crate training games for your rescue dog
Crate training goes better when it feels like a game. Five that teach a rescue dog the crate is theirs — worth doing slowly, over a few weeks.
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Giving to Twin Cities animal rescues: where to give, and how to check first
Give to the Max Day is November 19. Which local rescues take donations, how to read an organization's public filings before you give, and what money buys that supplies can't.
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