Jackie’s Mobile Pet Pawdicures, LLC

06/08/2024

I truly believe that if Steve Irwin were alive today, he would have a dedicated group of people who hated him for how he treated animals.

Steve always treated every species he worked with, as the species they were, not forcing them to change their nature.

More and more I find myself trying to convince people to "let the dog go outside, it's okay if they get a little dirty" or "your snake is arboreal and can't just be confined to a small tub." Or "Your working breed dog is not happy being still and lazy in your one bedroom apartment with nothing to keep them active and thinking."

It seems in this next generation of animal husbandry, we're deciding that all animals are now going to become (and be treated as) our little babies.

Now, is it okay to refer to your furry, feathered, scaly friend as such? Of course!
Is it okay to treat them as human babies...absolutely not at all.

As we see this change taking place, so to do we see more and more stressed out animals. Ones with a lack of structure and mental enrichment...but tons and tons of random toys and bags of treats.

What Steve Irwin did is create an environment that was enriching for the animals he had. Not attempt to force the animals to adjust to his environment.

Taking your Border Collie or herding, working, hunting, breed on a 10 minute walk (as long as you remember, it's not raining or just not feeling upto it) once a day, is not cutting it.

Locking your pyrenees or Shepherd breed in a kennel all day and then keeping'em in a small apartment, but still expecting the dog to be still and always cuddling...not cutting it.

Keeping your African grey parrot in a small enclosure with a few items that you've not replaced...is not cutting it.

When you bring an animal into your life. It is so important to understand what that animal is and have a structured enrichment routine and appropriate setup for the breed/species before you take in the animal.

Anything less than what your animal needs is a disservice to your best friend.

Be kind to your animals, enrich their lives (in a way that's appropriate for them). Keep them thinking. Keep them exploring. Give them understanding and structure and you will keep them happy.

~Benjamin McGill, M.C.B Owner of GoodBoy animal training.

Picture taken while visiting local aquarium store.

01/08/2024

28/06/2024

I hope you can do it.

21/06/2024

Check out the beautiful bearded dragons!

14/06/2024

Let's talk about this photo. It's cute, except it's not. I see a dog who cannot get up without telling the child to get off. How do you think a dog is going to do that?

The 7 Golden Toddler Dog Rules:
#1: If a dog walks away from you, you DO NOT FOLLOW.
#2: Always leave room for the dog to walk away from you.
---that right there is 90+% of dog bites eliminated---
#3: We do not climb on the dog.
#4: We do not grab or pull on the dog.
#5: We do not hit or throw anything at the dog.
#6: We do not touch the dog's food.
#7: We do not go into the dog's kennel.

I promise these are not overly difficult concepts for littles, nor will they rob a kid of their bond with the family dog. It will deepen that bond, while keeping everyone safe.

"Oh, it looks like Moose is walking away from you. She is saying she wants a break. Let's play with this instead!"

"It's Moose's dinner time! Let's give her space to enjoy her yummies."

"That is Moose's room(kennel) and only she is allowed to go in there."

"If Moose wanted a break, could she walk away from you right now? No she really couldn't. Let's move away from the play house. You can keep playing but now she can leave when she wants a break."

In conclusion, ***parent your child or your dog will do it for you, and you will not like how they do it.***

01/06/2024

Lollypop Farm is holding two informational webinars for those interested in adopting dogs from a recent hoarding case.

30/05/2024

This sweet face is just one of the 120 dogs Lollypop Farm Humane Law Enforcement recently seized in an ongoing investigation. Now in our custody, these dogs are being prepared and made available for adoption by our dedicated shelter staff. With little previous human interaction, many are nervous around people and will need patient, understanding adopters.

Interested in providing a second chance to one of these dogs? Join us Tuesday, June 4th at 6:30 p.m. or Wednesday, June 12th at 12:00 p.m. for a virtual webinar. You will learn what you can expect when adopting a dog from a hoarding situation and how to help ensure a successful transition for both you and your new friend. OR come in during regular adoption hours. Our adoption counselors will be happy to help you.

Learn more at: lollypop.org/fearfulfriends

14/05/2024

12/05/2024

Hershey has come a long way for nail trims and she even surprised me with flowers for Mother’s Day 🥰🐾

09/05/2024

❤️...!

05/05/2024

Snoop is an 8 month old mini doodle mix who came to us very scared. After some much needed TLC he is ready to take on the world and find his people! Check this guy out!

https://www.petfinder.com/dog/snoopy-71550231/ny/prattsburgh/north-paw-rescue-ny1561/