Dog News
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Tail Wagging Decoded: Kind Of
After reading this article, you may find yourself staring at your dog’s tail like it’s a mood ring with fur, you’ve been warned. However, it may make you feel better to know scientists, yes, people with PhDs have devoted years to decoding what your dog’s tail wag is really saying. And spoiler alert: it’s more than just “I’m happy!” In…
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Changing Lives: How Your Used Dog Gear Can Make A Difference
As many of us know from supporting our furry besties, dogs can be expensive. For rescue organizations, the cost of rescuing a dog can vary greatly, with cost averages ranging from $100 to $1,500 low end per animal, depending on factors like medical needs, rehabilitation, and basic care. For many of these organizations, financial support is vital but not the…
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Las Vegas Shelters Brace for Fallout from Declining Tourism
Las Vegas Tourism Decline Could Impact Animal Welfare Las Vegas, home to many and source of extravagant entertainment to others, is currently experiencing a significant downturn in visitor numbers. In March 2025, the city welcomed 3.39 million visitors, marking a 7.8% decrease compared to the same month in the previous year. This decline is part of a broader trend, with…
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How LV Craft Shows Support Animal Welfare In Las Vegas
The business community in Las Vegas has proven to be generous supporters of a variety of non-profit and rescue efforts over the years. As Spring hits stride, we felt it important to highlight the efforts of LV Craft Shows and their impact on the animal community. LV Craft Shows has been an unwavering supporter of Sir’s Rescue Rangers, a dedicated…
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Dog Rattlesnake Vaccine License Expires, How This Impacts You
In April the USDA license for the production of the dog rattlesnake vaccine expired. . . and was not immediately renewed. What this means in simplest terms, is there is a complete halt in the production and distribution of the vaccine leaving veterinarians left to make-do with the vaccines they had in stock. Red Rock Biologics, the single producer of…
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Algae Bloom Season is Coming, Know Before You Go
As Las Vegas continues to grapple with its water scarcity challenges the increase in algae blooms in local and surrounding bodies of water is a concern. Algae blooms, which are rapid increases in algae populations in water systems, are not new to the region. With Spring well underway and algae’s typical ramp-up approaching in July, knowing where to find status…
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National Poop Scoop Week Brings Health Concerns to Forefront
For pet owners, picking up after your pet is simply a part of life, a somewhat nasty part of life, but. . . it’s a chore that comes with the gift of having a furry (or not-so-furry) pet to love. No matter if you’re the owner that attends to it daily, weekly, monthly or avoids it all together understanding why…
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How Buying Your Groceries Can Benefit Your Favorite Non-Profit
Have you been looking for a way to help Las Vegas Animal Rescues with funding but just don’t have much to give? Already participate in funding, volunteer and foster programs but seeking another way to level up your contributions? We did a little digging and found that Smith’s Marketplace has a program that everyone who shops Kroger can participate in,…
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Shelter Dog Day Trips: The Heartwarming Trend That’s Changing Lives
Log into Instagram, and you’re likely to come across stunning pictures of the Hawaiian island of Kauai, often accompanied by a delightful photo of a dog and the captivating header: “Hawaiian Island of Kauai Encourages Tourists to Take a Shelter Dog on a Field Trip During Their Stay.” The enchanting imagery and heartfelt message immediately inspire viewers, prompting them to…
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Clark County Joins Las Vegas in Requiring Microchips for Dogs
Effective February of this year, Clark County Nevada has changed the laws pertaining to dogs and cats over 4 months of age. An ordinance was enacted requiring all dogs and cats over four months to be microchipped. This follows the August 2024 ordinance by the City of Las Vegas that requires the same. The goal of this change is to…
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