All posts by Eric Forrest

  • Holiday Photo Opportunities for you and your pets

    Holiday photos are a must for families, kids, and even pets! Here are a few opportunities to get a memorable snapshot this holiday season:   December 3, 2016 – Photos with the Grinch at the Green Spot...

    • Posted November 28, 2016
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  • Bailing Out Benji turns 5 years old

    We are proud to call Mindi Callison a friend and partner. She’s contributed content to the site, she’s been a wonderful resource, and she’s been a presence at our biggest events. So on the fifth birthday of...

    • Posted November 25, 2016
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  • Do you subscribe to Dharma Dog Training’s Newsletter? You should.

    A long-time friend of Pets and Omaha and always a great resource of pet and training information, Dharma Dog Training, has a monthly newsletter that we think you’ll find helpful and interesting. Find out about new programs,...

    • Posted November 23, 2016
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  • Please don’t be THAT person when visiting the Animal Hospital

    We are again grateful to veterinarian Dr. Christopher Byers from Omaha’s Critical Care as he’s allowed us to share some of his great information and advice with our readers. In this post, explore a little “vet clinic...

    • Posted November 23, 2016
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  • Blessings of Kindness from local business helps shelters, rescues

    We always encourage giving and kindness, but during the holiday season when needs seem greater, we’re eager to share stories about people who are generous, giving, and community builders. Rhonda Minardi, owner of a Ralston boutique, Massage...

    • Posted November 23, 2016
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  • Made in Omaha: Dog bandanas from Ripley and Rue

    You may have read about Jeannie North here on Pets in Omaha as a co-founder of Omaha.dog. You may have also met her at local events like FURshion Week and a recent Pop-up dog park in Midtown....

    • Posted November 16, 2016
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  • Online Pet Sales: The Dark Truth

    Our friend, Mindi Callison of Bailing Out Benji, has and always will advocate for adoption and rescue of animals, especially as the number of pet store and online puppy sales increases. When a person or family looks...

    • Posted November 16, 2016
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  • Beatrice shelter pups set to become service dogs

    We’ve written about service dogs from places like DOMESTI-Pups and Cares, Inc. in the past, but this is a story that stemmed from a small shelter in rural Nebraska and produced two future service pups that you’ll...

    • Posted November 16, 2016
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  • Common Houseplants and Flowers to keep your pets away from

    While the holidays are full of fun activities, family gatherings and delicious foods, they can be a risky time for our pets. You may have already considered some obvious dangers like chocolate and breakable ornaments, but there...

    • Posted November 16, 2016
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  • Are you moving? Tips to make a smooth transition with pets

    Cathy Guinane, Assistant Director of Behavior and Training at the Nebraska Humane Society recently spoke with Pets in Omaha about a topic that’s probably pretty common for pet owners- moving with pets. Moving is stressful on everyone....

    • Posted November 12, 2016
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