All posts by Eric Forrest

  • Never use a laser pointer as a dog toy

    Kelley McAtee of Dharma Dog Training recently posted a photo on Instagram titles, “LASER POINTERS ARE NOT TOYS!” All caps, guys- this is serious for sure. Kelley went on to write that we shouldn’t be fooled by...

    • Posted September 12, 2016
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  • Pets in Omaha/Kirby’s Hope present 2016 Shelter Aid Donation Drive

    Pets in Omaha and its new non-profit organization, Kirby’s Hope, will host the 2016 Shelter Aid Donation Drive on October 8. The drive will benefit three area animal shelters: The Nebraska Humane Society, Midlands Humane Society (Council Bluffs)...

    • Posted September 10, 2016
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  • Rabid bats in Omaha- Stay safe, prepared with these tips

    The Douglas County Health Department, in a recent press release, states that it has issued a warning that a number of bats in Nebraska have tested positive for rabies, including two in the county. Exposure to rabid...

    • Posted September 9, 2016
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  • Mouth-to-snout CPR works. Read this story, prepare to save lives!

    Animal lovers are finding there’s another way to pamper their pets: learn pet CPR. Researchers have translated human resuscitation guidelines and training for pet owners, preparing them to use CPR to save their furriest family members. Veterinarian Daniel J....

    • Posted September 6, 2016
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  • Pet stains or smells? Try this product!

    Four years ago, my then-girlfriend (now wife) and I adopted a 9-month-old cat from the Nebraska Humane Society, Keeter. After purchasing our first home, we had our first child. Our second cat from the NHS came home...

    • Posted August 28, 2016
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  • Kids cry on National Dog Day, learning where puppies come from

    Even the most vigilant of animal activists and humane educators were innocent, naive, unknowing little kiddos once. And in our little kid imaginations and dreams, there were fair princes and talking animals, an unlimited amount of candy...

    • Posted August 26, 2016
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  • SuperZoo Wrap-Up from Pets in Omaha

    Pets in Omaha attended another amazing SuperZoo show in Las Vegas this month in order to get a first-hand look at all the new products and services being offered by some of the best manufacturers and service providers...

    • Posted August 25, 2016
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  • BarkAID comes to Omaha, benefits Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue

    BarkAID, established in 2010, is a self-funded, registered 501c3 non-profit organization based in Kansas. Their mission is to raise funds and awareness for homeless animals, as well as educate people about what is happening with animals in...

    • Posted August 23, 2016
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  • Big Announcement from 5414 Productions and “Dog by Dog” Documentary

    Dog by Dog, an inspiring and independent documentary film about puppy mills and the fight against them, has been seen in dozens of cities and in front of thousands of people. Now, the film will be available...

    • Posted August 22, 2016
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  • Does your pup have separation anxiety? Here’s help.

    Our staff at Pets in Omaha is always bringing you great event info, well-researched content, and profiles on people and businesses who love animals. Sometimes, however, like with training and veterinary care, we’re much more comfortable leaving...

    • Posted August 17, 2016
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