Animal Connections Published by the Virginian Pilot on 8-5-2021 Written by Lacy S. Shirey, Chesapeake Humane Society Executive Director An essential part of your pet’s health and well-being is diet and maintaining ideal body weight. Obesity puts your pet at a greater risk for developing certain diseases and can shorten their life or, at the […]
Animal Connections Published by the Virginian Pilot on 7-7-2021 Written by Lacy Shirey, Chesapeake Humane Society Executive Director In the past two decades, rabbits have become the third most popular companion animal, after cats and dogs. They can make great pets. However, they are a big commitment, so do your research beforehand to make sure […]
Animal Connections Published by the Virginian Pilot on 05-18-2021 Written by Lacy Shirey, Chesapeake Humane Society Executive Director Wildlife killing contests — it’s as gruesome as it sounds, and yet, it is legal here in Virginia and many other states. However, there are efforts to ban this cruel blood sport, and it has the […]
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