Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certifications for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance […]
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The esteemed Hathaway Maranda, Director of Philanthropy and Engagement at Great Plains SPCA, works her Maranda magic every day to help save lives in our community. She has held leadership roles at several world-class organizations including: Sundance Institute, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Hathaway has worked
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Though an animal shelter can be the difference between life and death for many of the animals that are brought into our care, it is important to keep in mind that the shelter environment is an unnatural place for a pet to live. There are a multitude of new sounds, smells, and experiences that are
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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In the span of 24 hours, our HERO Outreach Team faced three urgent cases that needed their immediate attention. From a dog being hit by a car, to puppies scavenging for food on the side of the road. Though the situations we see are heartbreaking, we are dedicated to helping animals in need. These are
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Animal expert, Ashley Flores, CPDT-KA, is the Senior Director of Animal Behavior, Foster & Rescue. Ashley studied under the Council of Certified Professional Pet Dog Trainers (CCPDT), is CPDT-KA certified and American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive Dog Training Alliance
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Neglect is a distressing issue frequently observed at Great Plains SPCA, representing just a fraction of the animals in dire need. Numerous factors contribute to animal neglect, including lack of education, financial hardships, disability, mental illness, or a lack of empathy towards animal suffering. Our goal is to empower our community to become advocates for
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