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This month’s issue is supported in part by SF Animal Medical Center and dog lovers like you.
Big Dogs, Big Hearts, No Fees: “30 over 35” Campaign Waives Adoption Fees for Eligible Dogs
The “30 Over 35” campaign isn’t just about waiving a fee. It’s about rewriting the narrative around big dogs.
Polly’s Purpose: How A Shelter Dog Became a Hero - Twice!
Heroes don’t always wear capes. Polly, a senior rescue dog with incredible instincts, has defied the odds with a journey that is anything but ordinary.
From Rescued to Rescuer: Wyatt Works It Out
This isn’t a story about your normal working dog. And maybe not everyone will consider what our boy did to be work, but Wyatt had a job to do and he did it well.
Making a Difference: How Dog Welfare Work Taught Me to Stay in the Game
Because our work includes responding to some very sad situations for both animals and people, we have to stay vigilant - and practical.
Unleashing Hope: Psychiatric Service Dogs Bring Comfort and Connection
At Joybound People & Pets, shelter dogs are discovering a purpose that goes beyond finding a new home.
Fresh Name, Growing Services: ARF is Now Joybound People & Pets
After 32 years as the Animal Rescue Foundation, ARF has started its next chapter as Joybound People & Pets.
New Rescue Dog? Tips for a No-Bite Transition
Getting a new dog is an exciting time for both of you, but it can also be stressful, especially for a dog who may have experienced trauma or who is getting used to a whole new world of smells, sounds, and people.