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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Between June 1st and July 31st, we raised a total of $365,947.74, with $161,000 of these donations being matched. This year’s Lend A Paw Donation Drive shows just how much our community believes in our lifesaving work, and we have been blown away by the kindness and generosity that each individual brings to Great Plains SPCA. Your
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Over the past few months, we have dealt with numerous medical emergencies and cases of animal neglect. From kittens infested with maggots to puppies dumped on our property, these heartbreaking tales show the ugliest sides of animal welfare. But the horrific experiences that they’ve lived through are not the end of these animals stories. Below
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There is a certain magic that radiates from senior pets. Their wise, soulful eyes and gentle demeanor tell stories of a life well-lived. Yet, sadly, many senior animals find themselves in shelters, often overlooked due to misconceptions surrounding their age. Kevin is one of those pets. An 8-year-old Fox Terrier/mix that was brought to Great
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The Fourth of July is coming up soon, which means FIREWORKS!!! While fireworks may be fun for us humans, our pets often struggle with the sudden loud noises that occur on Independence Day. And that’s not all. Summer heat and holiday foods can be a danger to our beloved pets if the necessary precautions aren’t taken to
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Understanding Fly Strike: As temperatures continue to rise, our HERO Team has been out in the field providing lifesaving assistance to many pets in our community. They have run into numerous cases of outdoor pets exposed to the elements and pests, with many dogs developing “fly strike.” Fly strike, also known as myiasis, is a
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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 for nine years. She also earned certification for Behavior Pharmacology and Separation Anxiety through Heartland Positive
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As pet lovers, it is disheartening to witness the declining rates of pet adoptions nationwide, which have led to overcrowded animal shelters. The consequences are dire, with shelters being forced to make difficult decisions about euthanizing animals due to lack of space. While Great Plains SPCA is not at that point, there are shelters in
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For two years, Bug has been homeless. Since I became CEO of Great Plains SPCA, we have not had any dog stay in our care for this long, until now. As heartbreaking as it is, what is more devastating is that we now have several dogs approaching their two-year mark as “homeless.” It has been
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