Volunteer Bloggers Needed!
Do you like what you see on our blog? Do you think you could help make it better? We are looking for volunteer blog contributors. As a reader of TAGS Tails, you already know that we like to share original content about pet health, events, the pets we have up for adoption, and good news about our adopted pets. We have a few regular
Dog Walking Park
Happy Tails Bark Park Our one-acre park is located in a beautiful country setting centrally located to Oshawa, Bowmanville, and Port Perry. In addition, our park is completely fenced in, so you don’t have to worry about your dog wandering off. Letting your dog come and play with other social dogs is one of the best things you can do for your best friend, whether your
The ABC’s of Cat Behaviour
~ by Nomi Berger Whether their behaviours are amusing, bewitching and charming or aggressive, bothersome and cantankerous, living with cats is always adventurous, seldom boring and occasionally challenging. Whatever cats do, they do it for a reason, THEIR reason, while humans come along for the ride: to watch, listen and learn. Listed below are some feline behaviors (some naughty, some nice) that may sound
Cottage Safety Tips for Dogs!
Written by Lindsay McGill Photo above is of Brandy, taken by her foster mom Sharon at the cottage. With a few long weekends and the warm weather coming up lots of people plan on going camping and up to the cottage with their furry side-kicks. What a lot of people don’t realize is that there are lots of potential safety concerns that they must
Meet Molly
*Molly is listed on our website as a courtesy post. She is with Coonhound Rescue.*** Hi! I’m Molly. I am an 8 year old lady looking for a home. I am a Bluetick Coonhound, (possibly mixed with Hound) from Ohio. I am spayed, house-trained, up to date with shots, good with kids, good with dogs, and good with cats. Basically, I am happy to
Why I Volunteer: Ashley
Our Volunteer of the Month for June is ASHLEY CAMPBELL! Ashley has been with TAGS for nearly a year, offering assistance wherever and whenever she can to the areas that interest her most. Read more below! What encouraged you to become a volunteer with TAGS? What encouraged me to become a volunteer at TAGS is wanting to give back to the community. Why not
Why Spay and Neuter Your Pets?
By Nomi Berger The problem of pet overpopulation is a global one and requires a solution on a global scale. But like every journey that begins with a single step, this particular journey must begin with every pet owner. Those who do their part and act responsibly by spaying and neutering their cherished family pets. Spaying (removing the ovaries and uterus of a
Featured Adoptable Pet: Toby (with VIDEO!)
Summertime is quickly approaching, and what goes together better than summertime and dogs? Our featured pet Toby is a one-year-old Border Collie/Labrador mix who enjoys hiking, playing with all types of dogs, and discovering new things. Toby would be a great addition to any family who is active, loving, and patient. Toby needs to live with someone who is patient because he is fearful of
Why I Volunteer: Courtney
Courtney began volunteering with TAGS in the Fall of 2012. Since then, she has volunteered her time by coming up with several amazing fundraising initiatives, taking shifts at PetSmart and Pet Valu, doing home visits, taking pictures and writing content for social media, and, on top of all of that, she is a full-time foster parent. Read below to find out more about what
Why I Volunteer: Emma
Our featured volunteer this month is Emma Joynson! Thank you for everything you do, Emma. We are lucky to have you at TAGS. 1. What encouraged you to become a volunteer with TAGS? Many years ago, our family had to make the heartbreaking decision to rehome our dog. Before then, I had no idea just how many dogs were in need of homes and