Understanding Cat Body Language

Understanding Cat Body Language

Understanding Cat Body Languageby Dr. Noelle Weeks, Veterinarian, Veterinary Resource Center of the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area  Reading cat body language depends on not only observing the cat’s body cues but also observing the surroundings where the body cues...
See a Dog in a Hot Car?  Here is What You Can Do.

See a Dog in a Hot Car? Here is What You Can Do.

By Patrick Noll, Director of Humane Law Enforcement & Humane Police Officer, HSHAIt is summer time in Pennsylvania 2020! While there are many things that are very different this year, one thing remains unchanged: high temperatures and humidity. We feel it whenever...
Understanding Lyme Disease

Understanding Lyme Disease

Understanding Lyme Diseaseby Dr. Lauren Ritchey, HSHA Veterinarian  What is Lyme disease?Lyme disease (Lyme borreliosis) is an illness that affects both dogs and humans and is transmitted through tick bites. Lyme disease CANNOT be transmitted from one pet to another...
Dog Body Language

Dog Body Language

Dog Body Languageby Dr. Noelle Weeks, Veterinary Resource Center Veterinarian What is your dog thinking?  Wouldn’t it be great if we knew what was going on in our dog’s head!  While we will never know what our dogs are thinking, there are some ways we can use a...
Fleas: More Than a Nuisance!

Fleas: More Than a Nuisance!

Fleas: More Than a Nuisance!by Dr. Lauren Ritchey, Humane Society of Harrisburg Area Veterinarian  Fleas aren’t just a nuisance!  Here are the important things you need to know about fleas:Fleas can cause serious health problems for you and your petFleas can kill:...
Dog Games: Social Distancing Approved

Dog Games: Social Distancing Approved

Dog Games: Social Distancing Approved!by Dr. Noelle Weeks, Veterinary Resource CenterAre you and your dog bored staying at home while you practice social distancing?  Here are some ideas to help relieve some boredom for your dog. If your dog will chase and retrieve a...