The Whisker Whisperer

07/27/2025

07/25/2025

THE REAL REASON WILDLIFE REHABBERS ASK YOU NOT TO FEED THAT BABY…

It’s not because we want to hog all the fun for ourselves, I promise. It’s because wild orphans aren’t typically healthy enough to digest food, when they are found.

Many are hypothermic. The body can’t even handle water when its core temperature is too low. All energy is going to crucial body functions in that state. If the body has to divert energy to digesting, - it will likely be fatal.

Many orphans are very dehydrated. Animals can’t digest properly when they are dehydrated. The body pulls water into the intestines to aid with digestion. If there isn’t any water to pull from, this could cause a domino affect of problems.

All wild baby animals require a specific diet and that diet generally isn’t available in local stores. Feeding the wrong formula could cause an upset stomach or worse.

All baby animals need specific amounts of formula calculated by their body weight. The percentage differs depending on the species.

Not every animal can drink from a bottle. The correct instrument must be used to prevent aspiration and over feeding.
Bring us a thin, dehydrated, hypothermic animal and we can probably save it. Feed that same animal before you bring it to us…there’s likely nothing we can do to bring it back.

So PLEASE, don’t feed any wild orphans that you have found this baby season. Keeping them warm is a huge help until you find a licensed wildlife rehabilitator.

07/16/2025

07/16/2025

I just got this pool delivered today for my dogs...
I am SO excited 😊

07/05/2025

Eating recalled food can kill your dog ...but how would you know if your dog's food had been recalled? 🤔

We get it. You want to make sure your dog's food is safe, but you can't spend every 5 minutes checking for dog food recalls. 🔎

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It tells you which food is affected, where it was sold, the lot numbers, and what the problem is - be it contamination with mold or bacteria, foreign objects or dangerous amounts of vitamins or chemicals. So you can act to protect your dog immediately. ✅

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07/05/2025

PLEASE SHARE this post with others in Arkansas.
If their pet has gone missing, or if you've found a lost pet, these are the 2 main "lost and found" pet groups in AR.

Each county typically has a local lost and found pet group, but in addition to those, these are where the majority of lost and found pet posts will be.

https://www.facebook.com/LostPetsArkansas?mibextid=ZbWKwL

(ALFPN & PAWBOOST)

ALF Pet Network exists to help reunite lost and found pets with their Families. To submit or search for a pet go to https://alfpetnetwork.com.

07/05/2025

I've had to greatly narrow down my client list in recent months, as many of you know, I am caring for an ill loved one and have to stay close to home...
But I've also recently had the privilege of serving NEW clients who just live within a few miles from me! God is awesome.
Just look at these precious babies!
😍

06/30/2025

Join us for our annual, "Red, White & Whose Pup Is That" tag giveaway. June 30th-July 3rd at the shelter.

Every year, fireworks send frightened pets running — and many end up at shelters without ID. Help us change that!

✅ 2 FREE engraved ID tags per household
✅ Extra tags just $5
✅ Engraved while you wait
✅ While supplies last!

Let’s make sure every pet makes it home this Fourth of July.

Don't forget to register your pet on Petco Love Lost.

06/23/2025

There is a way to build acceptance.
It starts outside of the home.
Two bits to this....and both of those areas can go very wrong.

Introducing a new dog into your own home.👈
Maybe you have just adopted and have concerns already because of other dogs that have entered your home.
It is a big deal for dogs and many won't take kindly to another dog just waltzing in, especially if they have never met them before.

Some have criticised these tried and true methods....that is ok.
You do you.
However, these are approaches that have worked, they are safe and they are not based on "individual highly social dogs" but looking at a much bigger picture.

Meeting a dog out and about?👈
Different again.
Try the 3 second "rule".
The meet and retreat is a great way to encourage everyone (dogs and humans alike) to read what is happening.

Do dogs "need" to meet all other dogs when out and about?
No.
They don't.
If you have a highly social dog....that may be difficult to hear.
You likely don't have the same challenges as others.
Your dog can easily socialise and read signals.
Others need a helping hand.

If you do struggle with helping your dog meet others....try this.
It also give dogs confidence.

Everyone can benefit from those little "I can do this" moments.

06/23/2025

July 4th pet safety - time to get ready! 🎇

More pets go missing on July 4th than any other day of the year. Don’t be caught off guard! Fireworks can start soon.

Three important things to do now:

1. Update your pet’s microchip information.
2. Make sure your pet is wearing an ID tag. Tip – If you don’t have a tag, write your phone number on your pet’s collar with permanent marker.
3. Check backyard fences and gates plus all exterior doors to be sure they are secure. Keep your pet indoors or on a leash.

For more pet safety information, visit https://petfbi.org/july-4th-pet-safety-tips/