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Pet Dental Health Month Kick Off
February is Pet Dental Health Month. Get a goody bag of pet dental health supplies if you book a dental appointment at AWS' Clinic in February.
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Advance Your Dog’s Training!
Your dog knows basic cues like ‘sit’, ‘stay’, ‘come’, and ‘down.’ They walk well on a leash and know how to alert you when…
Karhu’s Looking for his Happy Home!
Hello everyone! My name is Karhu and I’m a two-year-old Akita who is looking for my new, happy home. I’ve actually been on the…
PupFest 2024 with Melissa McCue-McGrath, CPDT-KA
Does your dog struggle in the modern world? Is your pup reactive or sensitive? If so, please check out PupFest 2024, a free online…
Shelly Has Some Questions
Hi there! My name is Shelly and I’m a 14-year-old cat who is currently looking for my happy home. I have some questions that…
We’re Hiring!
AWS is currently hiring for several positions on our administrative team and in our veterinary clinic!
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AWS’ Animal Care Intensive (ACI)
AWS’ Youth Programs is pleased to announce that the application for AWS’ Animal Care Intensive (ACI) is now open! What is ACI? ACI is…
Six Snow Games to Play with Your Dog
Do you have a dog who loves the snow? If so, we have six fun and simple winter game ideas for you and your…
Benefits of Working With a Professional Trainer
January is National Train Your Dog Month, as designated by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Did you know AWS has a professional training…
New Year, Same Tahoe!
Hello my adoring fans! My name is Tahoe and I’m so excited to be this week’s featured pet! It seems like the past month…
Trick: Make Focusing Fun
Do you have a dog who loves to pull? What about a dog who easily finds distractions? Or perhaps your pup feels overwhelmed by…
TIP: A Fear-Free Holiday
Amidst the festive cheer, good food, and hustle and bustle that the holiday season brings, your dog might be secretly wishing for a quiet…
The Best of Both Worlds
Snowball: Hi there! My name is Snowball and I’ve been chosen by my friends here to be the spokesperson for this special Pet of…
Treat Retreat for Fearful Dogs
Do you have a fearful or shy dog? Many pups experience fear when introduced to new people, places, or situations, and it can be…
What are Reindeer Games?
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We love the holiday season for its festivities, fun, and good feelings, but there’s another reason…
2023 Winner
Congrats to Team #awscat! This year’s Giving Tuesday competition centered around the question who is the Coziest Companion: Cats or Canines? After a fierce…
A Grateful Daisy
Hi there! My name is Daisy and I’m a 5-year-old pup who has been looking for my happy new home here at AWS. My…
Shelter Dog Learning
Whether they are ready for adoption or still working on their manners, we make sure that the eligible canines in our care (shelter dogs)…