by Justin McCoy | Oct 26, 2022 | Blog
October 29 is National Pit Bull Awareness Day, a day to celebrate the sweet, squishy blockheads of the dog world. Here at Roice-Hurst Humane Society, we love our pit bulls! Most days, you’re almost guaranteed to find at least a few pitties waiting in our kennels...
by Dog Nerdz | Aug 1, 2022 | Blog
As creatures with emotional, mental, and physical needs, our beloved dogs truly are a daily commitment – and this is especially true for brand new pups! We love them wholeheartedly and wouldn’t want things any other way, but it can sometimes be complicated for working...
by Savannah Holiman | May 13, 2022 | Blog, Pet-ucation
Despite being the world’s smallest breed of dog, the Chihuahua isn’t lacking when it comes to personality, companionship, and things to love about them. Here are some fun facts about this tiny breed in honor of International Chihuahua Appreciation Day! Chihuahuas have...
by Justin McCoy | Mar 25, 2022 | Blog, Pet-ucation
Have you ever wondered why your dog is the way he is? The human-canine bond sparked when dogs were domesticated many thousands of years ago – though exactly how is still theorized. Dogs were the first domesticated species, long before we befriended felines or even...
by Nicole Kain | Mar 25, 2022 | Blog, Pet-ucation, Uncategorized
Many people know that chocolate is dangerous for dogs to eat, but there are many other common items around the home that are toxic and potentially fatal to pets. March is Pet Poison Awareness Month, and this is a great time to evaluate your home for items that could...