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Checking in on Frannie’s Litter – Week 3
Checking in on Frannie's litter, week 3.
NEADS Plans Special Delivery for Patients at Franciscan Children’s Hospital
To celebrate the release of our new coloring and activity book, Let’s Go with NEADS Service Dogs Arnie and Zara, NEADS will be donating 1 copy for every book purchased to Franciscan Children’s Hospital (up to 200 copies). Written and designed by our own Lori Barrett, NEADS Creative Media Specialist, this fun and educational “A to Z” activity/coloring book is centered around words and phrases related to Service Dogs...
Behind the Scenes: Keeping the Dogs Fed
Twice a month, NEADS staff delivers dog food for our pups in prison, typically bringing a 2-week supply at a time. We have dogs in seven prisons, and they each receive anywhere from 5 bags to 15, depending on the program. That’s a lot of dog food – approximately 80 bags per month.
My Dining Room is Now a Nursery
In early March, Nursery staff welcomed Frannie, a pregnant brood* from Guiding Eyes to campus and whelped** her litter.
Ask the Vet: 5 Things to Know about Pet Dental Health
February is National Pet Dental Health month, and while taking care of our pets' teeth is a year-round effort, this is the perfect time to understand the important role oral health care plays in our pets' health. Thanks to Dr. Cathryn Cleveland, veterinarian at Ashland Animal Hospital, Ashland, MA and NEADS volunteer, for this information.
What to Look for in a Service Dog for Veterans Program
Here are some key features to look for when evaluating a Service Dog for Veterans program and how the NEADS programs measure up.
Building Community at NEADS with Quilts of Valor and Blue Star Mothers
NEADS is proud of its partnership with three organizations who are integral to the NEADS ...
What’s in a Name? The Stories Behind the Puppies I’ve Named
By Wendy Bowers
NEADS has a very special place in my heart, and let me tell you why. In ...
The History of NEADS Service Dogs for Veterans Programs
In May of 2006, NEADS was invited to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center outside ...
NEADS’ Kathy Foreman Receives RI Department of Corrections Friend of the Department Award
Kathy Foreman, NEADS Director of Training, is a 2019 recipient of the Rhode Island Department ...
Ask the Vet: Prevent Pets from Packing on the Pounds
A majority of pets in the U.S. are suffering from a serious condition that not only shaves ...
A Caring Community Opens Its Doors to NEADS Service Dogs in Training
When NEADS brought several puppies to Trinity Church in Concord (MA) to introduce weekend puppy raising to the congregation, Stephen and Jen Newbold knew right away it was something they wanted to be part of.
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