All posts by Eric Forrest

  • True or False? Banning “dangerous” breeds solves safety concerns

    When folks attend events where animals are present- for example, a nature education program or a meet and greet with rescue dogs- there’s an inevitable question the animal handlers are asked: “Does he bite?” The best answer...

    • Posted November 21, 2017
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  • Participate in Giving Tuesday and show animals support!

    The last Thursday in November is Thanksgiving. The day after, Black Friday, gets a lot of attention as it’s the official start of the holiday shopping season. The following Monday has become known as Cyber Monday, a...

    • Posted November 18, 2017
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  • Shop this holiday season and help local shelters/rescues

    Just as we can expect to eat too much this holiday season, to dread spending time with that family member, or to fall asleep watching the football game, shopping is a rite of passage this time of year. And...

    • Posted November 17, 2017
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  • The Friday Five – Recognize Diabetes in your dogs and react

    Diabetes is a serious disease and needs to be managed in humans as well as pets. When your endocrine system, which regulates things like growth and metabolism, isn’t functioning correctly, there’s trouble. To end our Friday Five,...

    • Posted November 17, 2017
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  • The Friday Five – Omaha’s Green Spot featured in this national story

    Pets Plus Magazine, a popular national zine, recently featured Omaha’s The Green Spot in an article tied to its “Coolest Pet Businesses” series. We at Pets in Omaha are thrilled to have Jessica, Whitney and the gang...

    • Posted November 16, 2017
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  • The Friday Five – Bailing Out Benji, Puppy Mill Advocates in Rolling Stone Magazine

    As part of this week’s Friday Five, five stories we’d encourage you to check out, we’re directing you to some pretty heavy reading! Back in January of 2017, Rolling Stone magazine featured an in-depth, eye-opening story that...

    • Posted November 16, 2017
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  • The Friday Five – Take this survey and help pets stay healthy

    American Veterinarian recently published details and news of a pet survey that could help your animals (and the ones you will own in the future) live healthier lives. You can take the quick, 26-question survey in order...

    • Posted November 16, 2017
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  • The Friday Five – Omaha Retailers Cater to Cats!

    Specialization in the pet industry is more than a trend, it’s how companies and stores hang on and thrive in today’s market. Pet owners not only want the best products available, they want the best products made...

    • Posted November 12, 2017
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  • Attend Woof and Whiskers’ Grand Opening Party!

    Pets in Omaha is excited about one of our newest Pet Partners, Woof and Whiskers, and we encourage you to attend the store’s Grand Opening “Paw-ty” on Small Business Saturday, November 25, 2017! If you haven’t heard...

    • Posted November 9, 2017
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  • Protect your investment and pets with these home tips

    Name the things that are most important to you. Odds are that your home is near the top of the list. Right up there, we’re sure, is your pet. Now, think of something that’s more important than...

    • Posted November 7, 2017
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