by Rebecca Richardson
In 1984, the term “Puppy Mill” was legally introduced into the societal vernacular. This term was defined in the case Avenson vs. Segart as “a dog breeding operation in which the health of the dogs is disregarded in order to maintain a low overhead and maximize profits.”
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“So many animals that would make wonderful pets, are sadly never given the chance. It is our hope to make a small dent in this issue, through helping these dogs and cats find their forever home.”
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Welcome to TAPS (Tazwell Animal Protective Society) located at 100 TAPS Lane in Pekin, Illinois; TAPS is a no-kill shelter serving the Central Illinois area. Capable of housing up to 50 dogs and 80 cats on any given day, TAPS is dedicated to providing a safe and stress free environment for...
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Loosing someone you love is like standing in the tracks as a freight train barrels into your soul, leaving your heart in fragments. It's sadness so overwhelming you feel your tears may form a river that will carry you away on waves of grief. It's righteous anger at everyone; God, yourself, the person who left you behind. It's questioning everything and anything. The Would, Coulda, Shoulda thoughts invading your...
Read MoreLet's Talk About Vets (Care that is)
by Rebecca Richardson
Every pet owner knows that visits to the vet are inevitable. Whether it's a routine check up or for an emergency; having a good rapport with your vet is vital. Today we will take a look at the basic things ALL owners should know about keeping their dogs as healthy as
Read MoreLet's Talk About Anxiety and Depression
by Rebecca Richardson
The recent passing of Robin Williams has brought the topic of mental illness into the forefront of the societal conversation. For days after his death, newscasters, psychiatrists, colleagues and friends all speculated as to the “why”. Why would someone with...
Read MoreLife with a Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor
by: Rebecca Richardson
It's 7 a.m. and the phone by my bedside is ringing. There is no need to look at the caller Id. Almost two years of daily phone calls tells me exactly who will be on the other line.
“Good morning mother,” I say.
“Good morning my daughter. Are you coming over today?”...
Read MoreHappy Tails and Happy Homes
by Rebecca Richardson
This month we are going to feature a breed specific rescue working throughout IL and surrounding states. Illinois English Bulldog Rescue (IEBR) was founded in 2009 to rescue pure bred English Bulldogs from shelters, puppy mills, and owner surrender. Their mission is to find great people for wonderful dogs. For the past 5 years they have made this dream a reality and placed hundreds of English bulldogs in their...
Read MoreGive Me Shelter
by: Rebecca Richardson
According to the Human Society of the United States: “Animal shelters care for 6-8 million dogs and cats every year. Approximately 3-4 million of these animals will be euthanized due to overpopulation and lack of adoptions.” Each month we'll take a look at... READ MORE
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