• Pet Adoption of the Week Opportunity is Frank

    Pet Adoption of the Week Opportunity is Frank

    Frank is a 4-year-old, neutered male. Labrador mix that is black. He is adorable and has a friendly disposition. Frank enjoys giving hugs and meeting new people. Frank would make a great companion for an active family who enjoys going for walks, playing fetch, and of course who likes getting hugs and kisses from their […]

  • 3 Ways CBD Can Help You

    3 Ways CBD Can Help You

    There are three main ways to receive beneficial properties from CBD: inhalation (smoking), ingestion (through edibles and pills), and by topical application (creams, balms, and salves). This article will focus on the benefits of applying CBD topically. However, it’s important to know that no method is superior. Each method of application – inhalation, ingestion, and […]

  • Excess Mud & Moisture Can Hurt Your Horse’s Feet

    Excess Mud & Moisture Can Hurt Your Horse’s Feet

    I believe the most hostile environment for our horse’s feet is upon us. Mud season and the excess moisture it brings weaken our horse’s hooves, as well as create the perfect environment for fungal infections. I have seen far more damage to horse’s feet because of extended periods of moisture than I have from being […]

  • Rutland County Humane Society Starts Kitten Fundraiser

    Rutland County Humane Society Starts Kitten Fundraiser

    The Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) takes in around 500 kittens each year. As it starts to get warmer, the kittens will be here before we know it. Please help RCHS take care of our many new kitten arrivals this season. During the month of April, we will be hosting an online Kitten Shower. If […]

  • When Does a Horse Get Old and Retire?

    When Does a Horse Get Old and Retire?

    “Old Billy,” an English draft horse that died at the age of 62, is the longest living horse according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Although most horse owners know their hoofed friends probably will not make it into the record books for longevity, with a little TLC geriatric horses can live a happy […]

  • North Country Animal League Announces Virtual Talent Show Fundraiser

    North Country Animal League Announces Virtual Talent Show Fundraiser

    North Country Animal League’s Raise the Woof  – A Virtual Talent Show fundraiser will be held online on Friday, June 3rd, 2022 at 7:00 pm. Raise the Woof brings together our community for a night of fun! Acts include musical performances, standup comedy, dancing, variety acts – you name it. Talent acts will debut during the live-streamed […]

  • Pet Adoption of the Week Opportunity is Brody

    Pet Adoption of the Week Opportunity is Brody

    Brody is a 1-year-old, neutered mail, German Shepherd mix that is brown and white. He was adopted from here as a puppy, but was brought back on February 17 because his previous family was no longer able to care for him. He has a sweet disposition and loves to be around people. He also interacts […]

  • Rutland County Humane Society Starts Annual Appeal

    Rutland County Humane Society Starts Annual Appeal

    Spring is here, and Spring brings new beginnings. It brings hope.  It brings bright futures. The homeless animals in our care are ready for those new beginning and deserve those bright futures ahead. Because of our community’s support of the work we do, we are able to offer that hope. Because of you we are […]

  • Are Alpacas For You?

    Are Alpacas For You?

    Are you thinking about raising alpacas as pets? These basic questions and answers might help you decide if raising exotic farm animals will work for you. Question: How much room does an alpaca need? Answer: One acre will keep five alpacas healthy and happy. Question: What kind of fencing and shelter are needed for an […]

  • Are Dog Licks Really Kisses?

    Are Dog Licks Really Kisses?

    Ever wonder what your dog is thinking when he slurps your face like a lollipop? Is he just saying hello or planting the canine version of a kiss on your cheek? Although we may never know the real answer, it helps to understand the psychology of the lick. As any dog owner knows, dogs lick […]