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Are Dog Bite Statistics Accurate?

Molly Weinfurter

March 7, 2022

After seeing many hurtful comments about Pit Bulls on YouTube, Facebook, and even my blog, Molly decided that this was a topic she wanted to cover. Most people who are against Pit Bulls use the argument that over 60% of dog bite fatalities were caused by Pit Bulls. I know Molly likes to have an ideal balance between facts and emotions, so she decided to look into this more to see how accurate dog bite statistics are. As it turns out, they might not be showing us everything. (Click title to read more!)

Which Dogs Need to Be Fostered the Most?

Molly Weinfurter

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February 7, 2022

Every dog at a shelter or rescue can benefit from a foster home. Foster homes allow them to get used to a comfortable environment while they wait for a forever family. However, there are some dogs that need foster homes a lot more than others, so which dogs should be a priority for foster parents? …

First Denver Pit Bull Adoption in Over 30 Years!

Molly Weinfurter

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January 14, 2021

2 min read (Articles narrated by Mabel) Amid the stressful U.S. presidential election, Denver finally lifted their Pit Bull ban. Since 1989, residents of Denver weren’t allowed to have Pit Bulls because of the hurtful stereotypes about them. But now, people are finally realizing the true beauty that all dogs share. So, following the end …

Dogs You Probably Shouldn’t Be Breeding

Molly Weinfurter

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January 7, 2021

Molly and I love all dog breeds. They’re all equally adorable, but not everyone sees it that way. Many humans become so obsessed with a certain breed that they don’t want to even consider other breeds. And oftentimes, these breeds are the ones that breeding is the most dangerous and inhumane for. So, we’ve compiled a list of dog breeds that you should avoid getting from a breeder more than others. (Click title to read more!)

Breeding Pit Bulls is Unforgivable Right Now

Molly Weinfurter

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June 29, 2020

Pit Bulls are a fairly popular type of dog. Some people love them for their sweet personalities while others prefer their strong appearance. I know Molly adores Pit Bulls too, but what she doesn’t like is when people breed them. Of course, we don’t like dog breeding in general, but right now, there is no reason for people to breed Pit Bull breeds at all. (Click title to read more!)

Dangers of Cropped Ears and Docked Tails

Molly Weinfurter

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March 26, 2020

I’ve seen lots of dogs that have cropped ears and docked tails. For some breeds, it might even seem normal, but that’s the sad part. I want to bring attention to procedures like this because many people do think it’s normal for certain breeds, but that shouldn’t be the case. Anyone who thinks that needs to hear this from a dog’s perspective. (Click title to read more!)

Shelter Spotlight: Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue

Molly Weinfurter

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February 15, 2020

Mikey’s Chance Canine Rescue is another rescue that Molly and I learned about after seeing it on the news recently. This rescue is in Washington, but all the dogs are in individual foster homes in the area. They focus specifically on saving high-risk dogs in Washington and Idaho. They typically look for dogs that have …

A Pit Bull Is Not Just One Breed

Molly Weinfurter

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January 16, 2020

I’m sure everyone is familiar with Pit Bulls. They’re sweet dogs that are often misjudged due to ridiculous stereotypes. However, they might not be exactly what you think because ‘Pit Bull’ doesn’t just refer to one breed. (Click title to read more!)