Rural Dog Rescue: Looking back and moving forward
As we approach the end of 2014, it is nice to reflect on the many animals our organization has rescued from certain death and placed into loving, forever homes this year. This year alone, Rural Dog...
View ArticleA (foster) home for the holidays….
Can you spare some space — and a stocking — for a homeless dog this holiday season? Rural Dog Rescue is looking for temporary fosters for our dogs who board in DC while waiting for their forever...
View ArticleSaturday’s Super-Holiday Adoption Extravaganza
We’re hoping to help our awesome adoptable dogs find their forever homes in time for the holidays, so we’re holding a double adoption event this Saturday. See below for who will be at Howl to the...
View ArticleFlea & tick prevention is just as important during the winter months
Cross-posted from HowltotheChief.com Many pet owners make the mistake of thinking that when winter begins, it is time for flea and tick prevention to end. This could not be further from the truth. Just...
View ArticleIt costs more than you think to save a life.
How much does it cost to save a life? More than what you think. There’s a lot of work to do when Rural Dog Rescue saves a dog from a high kill shelter. First – all dogs must stay in a “rescue” boarding...
View ArticleDifferent types of dog beds
Cross-posted from HowltotheChief.com You’re not the only one that deserves a nice, soft place to sleep. Here are some different styles of dog beds to get your pooch off the hardwood floor and sleeping...
View ArticleTips on crate training your puppy
Cross-posted from HowltotheChief.com Using a crate is an effective way to train and manage your pet. Crates are not just useful in providing your pet with shelter in your home or when you travel,...
View ArticleBest of DC 2015 – Vote for Rural Dog Rescue!
Rural Dog Rescue has been nominated in two categories for Washington City Paper’s Best of DC 2015 poll. In addition, our home base, Howl to the Chief, has been nominated it two more categories. Thanks...
View ArticleMay the Force be with you….
“Remember, a Jedi’s strength flows from the Force.” – Yoda Our boy, Yoda, knows the Force…and the strength it takes to survive. He’s been able to do so because of the determination of one incredible...
View ArticleAdopt, don’t shop!
Easier than it looks and harder than buying from a pet store (Rural Dog Rescue doesn’t support puppy mills!), adoption through a shelter or rescue is infinitely more responsible and rewarding....
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