Your Dog's Inn

12/13/2023

12/08/2023

There are so many reasons as to why minimally processed pet foods🫐 are better for your pet’s overall health span & lifespan versus ultra-processed pet foods🥫.

Otitis👂🏼 or ear infections in dogs, is a top 10 veterinary health problem according to research. They are often chronic, while treatment primarily consists of flushing, antibiotics, and/or antifungals.

In a new peer-reviewed veterinary study, scientists show that the prevalence of otitis was significantly reduced within the groups of dogs that were consuming from 26 to 100% of their diet as non-processed foods.

"On the other hand, eating 76–100% of the diet during puppyhood as kibble significantly increased the prevalence of otitis later in their life."

Furthermore, in another previous Finnish Veterinary study, scientists showed healthy human food leftovers offered to puppies significantly reduced allergy symptoms and skin problems later in life. This long-term, protective effect increased the more often real foods were added, so the more exposure puppies had to a variety of healthy leftovers, the more protection there was from developing skin issues down the road.

“…even if the dog eats 80% of its food as dry, adding a minimum of 20% of the food as raw significantly decreased the risk of AASS [allergic skin disease] later in life.” – Dr. Anna Hielm-Björkman

Looking to upgrade your pet’s bowl but not sure how?

In the new sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller, The Forever Dog, comes the The Forever Dog Life: this highly anticipated book contains more than 120 nutritionally packed recipes for delicious food bowls, fresh food toppers, broths and DIY treats, along with non-toxic cleaners and all-natural recipes for body and home. The ultimate handbook to help your dogs and cats live their best life. The Forever Dog Life book is now available for pre-order worldwide! https://foreverdoglife.com

11/21/2023

Just in case…..

🚨 Your pet's emergencies don't take holidays, and neither do we! Our emergency room is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ready to help when your furry friend needs us most.

Even on Thanksgiving Day, our doors will be open to provide emergency services. If your pet encounters an emergency, please call ahead at 207-878-3121, option 1. Your pet's well-being is our constant priority!

11/14/2023

The small dog debates.

10/20/2023

Just sayin…..

10/17/2023

Cracks me up.

10/13/2023

Its been a while.

10/03/2023

♥️

RescueHaven.org
-
-
-

09/30/2023

We love a happy ending…..

GREAT NEWS FOR LEWIS!!!!

On arrival at Glen Highland, the first thing Lewis heard from us was…’time for a new journey big guy’! So, we named him after the Lewis & Clark explorers. It’s clearly a bit of kismet that he’s now going to Nantucket for his home! The crazy ‘crack house’ life is way in the rear view mirror!
The ‘canine gods’ delivered for this sweet fella and we’re thrilled for the next step to unfold! Who knew he’d land in such a great place on the east coast! Way to go Lewis!

He will be cherished by former Glen Highland adopters who had a wonderful pair from us and with only one still alive, they wanted to add a new friend. Lewis caught their eye like he did many people but they had just the right situation…nice and quiet, rural with two acres fenced and around all the time plus a stable, happy, easy-going friend for him! Their original two alums were beloved coastal citizens and now Lewis steps into that role!

He heads out mid October once his neuter surgery is healed and we wish him very, very well!
Can’t wait to hear the antics with this charmer…he is such a ‘class clown’ kinda dog…a big puppy with lots of innocence! His new FurMom and FurDad are thrilled!

09/28/2023

GUS BACK TO SPIRIT 9/23

Sadly we had to say goodbye to Gus very quickly…only 8 days and his body took charge. Frankly, one look at this sweet fella made us know there was trouble ahead. We’ve seen so many of these awful neglect cases and there just isn’t enough time to turnaround the deficits.

In Gus’s case, it was heartworm disease, renal failure and neurological complications as well as a backend he could barely hold up. We’ll never know if the 110 heat index took his brain and body into no return or if he was hit by a car or if he was just at the end of a very, very rough life, but today we gave Gus the freedom he needed. Seizure activity started and Gus was no longer present.

Gus swiftly left back to Spirit.

So, rather than dwell on the goodbye…it’s important to share the hello. Who arrived late into the evening from Texas was this lovely gem of a Border Collie. Good grief, just the sweetest nature and loving manners, just wanting to lean on you for a pet and belly rub. This guy had no regrets about whatever went on…he thought we were swell and life held love for him.
So trusting, so gentle, such an old soul type of Border Collie…

It made sense that Gus found Glen Highland cause he knew we’d do it right. THAT is our promise…short or long stay…the choice is theirs and we merely offer the path with lots of love and care.

A short stay only marks a moment in time and space.
For Gus, it was the quality of that time…he soaked up the love right til the end.

Thank you Gus for gracing us with a pure innocent energy of trust. If the world was full of more of Gus’s gifts, it would be a far better place.

We are all grateful for his stop on his way home.
Godspeed GUS.

09/16/2023

Sometimes, it’s good news for the neglected and abused. 😊

TWO FROM TEXAS NEXT WEEK!

Well...10 year old CHARLIE coming from Texas next week will have a BC buddy riding to Virginia with him…meet GUS…
‘senior' is the age for now til we see him but it’s been confirmed Gus is an old fella and really needs a soft landing. He was found as a matted, exhausted, skinny Border Collie wandering along a highway in summer heat with the index at 110.

Thankfully, he was brought to a Texas shelter where he was diagnosed with heartworm disease. Gus has no teeth left and signs of a tough life on his body, but perked up to eating better and gaining some strength, even enjoying toys. He responds instantly to a whistle, coming to see what’s up so we hope that Gus will blossom with time and appropriate care…he surely is people friendly.
We are pleased to help Gus in whatever way he needs.

09/12/2023

Kelsie Snow

09/02/2023

08/31/2023

The holiday weekend is approaching fast! We will be closed on Monday, Sept. 4, but here Friday, Saturday & Sunday, so make sure to check your supplies! 😀

We hope you all have a fun, relaxing, and safe holiday weekend!

08/28/2023

Borrowed from a friend.

08/24/2023

Tomorrow will make 4 years Kelly. We miss you every single day. ❤️

08/22/2023

A little good news.

And sharing good news for ABBIE!!!

She is officially being adopted by her fosterers, farm favorites Sandy & Carlos who adopted seniors from GH back in NY and now reside in Texas. A huge thanks to them for opening their home and heart to her as a foster giving her safe refuge at age 13! and now, as a real part of the family. Apparently, this girl won their hearts with her sweetness though is not so great with the other dogs! Luckily, they will figure it out and she can have time in her final years where she is as special as ever!
Thank you both!

08/03/2023

Some good news. 🐕

08/01/2023

Public Service Announcement.

07/31/2023

WE DID IT! WE MET OUR GOAL TO GET THE MATCH! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO DONATED!

07/27/2023

Why Consider Sterilization Alternatives Instead of the Traditional Spay and Neuter?

Pet sterilization is critical in addressing pet overpopulation. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that des*xing may not be appropriate in every instance. 👎 Spaying/neutering (removing the hormone-producing go**ds) dogs increases the risk for many diseases, including several types of cancer, along with behavioral problems. 💔

A just-published, first-of-its-kind study involving 6,000 dog owners also revealed that the bodies and brains of dogs benefit from maximum exposure to the s*x hormones. 🐕🧠

Visit today’s free pet health article on our new website to learn more about the findings of the study, as well as alternatives to spay and neuter: https://bit.ly/3Q6s71m

07/26/2023

Forever loved, never forgotten 🤍🌈🐾

07/21/2023

Woohoooo, thanks for 600 likes! Over halfway to a thousand!

On another happy note, PCBL is hiring for a part-time overnight sitter in the Bangor area 🐶

Part-time Overnight Pet Sitter https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=dd30feb4185fb787

www.petcarebylindsay.com

07/12/2023

It's July, which is not only the dog days of summer, but it's also the anniversary month for Bell's Furry Friends Photography! And this year is anniversary number 10! In celebration of our anniversary, we're teaming up with Green Acres Kennel Shop. Green Acres has been one of our biggest cheerleaders and partners and they are sponsoring a giveaway of a pet photography session and a photo credit ($250 value). Stop into the store at 1653 Union Street in Bangor before July 31 and enter to win.

Photo by Danielle Pease Photography.