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Lisa Bloch
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Wolf-dog hybrids are becoming more popular — and that’s not a good thing
Sadly, many people who buy these dogs are unprepared for what they need for their physical and social well-being.
Why it’s important to keep your pet’s teeth healthy
Can you guess the most common medical procedure after spay/neuter performed by the veterinarians at Marin Humane? Many people are surprised to learn it’s dental procedures. The American Veterinary Dental...
Why it’s important to spay or neuter your pet
I know it’s not polite to stare but ever since I started working in animal welfare, I can’t help but notice when male dogs and cats aren’t neutered. The evidence...
How to figure out which food is best for your pet
Walk into any pet supply store and you’ll see a dizzying array of food choices for our pets. Dry or canned? Dehydrated or fresh? Grain-free? Vegan? It can be a...
How to protect your dog from foxtails
Foxtail plants grow in fields, along the side of the road and even in your yard. The trouble starts when the foxtails dry out in spring and summer, changing from...
Oh rats! How to get rid of them humanely
Last week, I discovered two rat traps in my backyard, close to my neighbor’s fence. They were a strange and disturbing find because I didn’t put them there so whomever...
It’s possible to coexist peacefully with coyotes
I must admit, when I first heard the high-pitched yips of coyotes after moving to Marin 10 years ago, I was a little unnerved. Since then, I’ve learned a lot...
9 reasons why guinea pigs make great pets
We have so many cute critters at Marin Humane and guinea pigs are certainly no exception. Guinea pigs make great pets, especially for kids. Less fragile than rabbits and less...
Why Bay Area shelters may be seeing an influx of big dogs
Over the past several months, we’ve seen more and more big dogs coming through our doors at Marin Humane. And we’re not alone. Shelters throughout our region, as well as...
Declawing your kitty is unnecessary and inhumane
Declawing, once touted as a solution to a cat’s pesky scratching of furniture or other places, is an inhumane, non-therapeutic surgery that involves the amputation of the animal’s toes at...