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Ice Melt & Your Dog: What’s Really on Their Paws This Winter?

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  Ice Melt & Your Dog: What’s Really on Their Paws This Winter? When the sidewalks turn into skating rinks, most of us reach for ice melt without thinking twice. We just want our steps safe, our driveways clear, and our backs unbroken. But if you share your life with a dog, winter brings a different question: What exactly is on their paws, and is it safe? Short answer: Many common ice-melt products can  irritate paws, upset stomachs, and in some cases be genuinely dangerous  if ingested in larger amounts. The good news? There are safer options and simple habits that can make a big difference. Let’s break it down. Why Typical Ice Melt Can Be a Problem for Dogs Most traditional ice melts are made from one or more of the following: Sodium chloride  (rock salt / table salt) Calcium chloride Magnesium chloride Potassium chloride Blends  of several salts These products work by lowering the freezing point of water, which is great for traction—but not so great for ...
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They're Not a Gift. They're a Commitment.

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  “They’re Not a Gift. They’re a Commitment.” Are You Really Ready to Adopt Right Now? First things first: if you’re thinking about adopting a dog,  thank you . Truly. Opening your home to a rescue pup is one of the most beautiful things you can do. But we also need to be honest with you—because this time of year, our hearts get pulled in two directions. The holidays bring a wave of adoptions. That can be amazing. It’s also the season when  a heartbreaking number of those same dogs come back  to shelters and rescues just weeks or months later, once the wrapping paper is gone and real life settles back in. Dogs are not gifts. They are not surprises. They are not “for the kids.” They are  living, feeling, lifelong commitments . So before you sign the paperwork or hand over a leash with a bow on it, we want to gently ask: "Are you sure you’re ready— not just for the holidays,  but for the next 10–15 years?" Why So Many Dogs Are Returned After the Holidays When...
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"$400 to Adopt?!" - The Real Cost of a "Free to Good Home" Dog in the NYC Metro Area

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"$400 to Adopt?!" - The Real Cost of a "Free to Good Home" Dog in the NYC Metro Area If you’ve ever browsed Facebook, Craigslist, or neighborhood groups, you’ve probably seen it: “Free to a good home. We just want them to go to a loving family.” And right next to that, a rescue or shelter asking  $350–$500 in adoption fees . It’s totally normal to have a gut reaction: “Why would I pay $400 to adopt when I can get a dog for free?” In the NYC metro area—where rent, groceries, and even iced coffee feel expensive—it can seem like rescues are cashing in. But when you look at the  actual  costs of getting a dog safe, healthy, and ready for life in this city, that adoption fee is usually a  bargain , not a profit. Let’s break it down. What a Rescue Dog Typically Comes With Most reputable rescues in the NYC area adopt dogs out  already vetted  or well on their way: Spayed/neutered Up to date on core vaccines Microchipped Tested for heartworm and common tick-borne d...
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