I couldn't take it anymore, so I had to shave the schnauzer completely. And then I discovered that Purina's "tips and tricks for keeping dogs happy" during the pandemic don't involve buzz cuts. Poor Benny.
Maybe you've seen pictures on social media of shelters that are completely empty right now. Yay! There are lots of dogs getting new homes because we're quarantined and need the company. But if you're planning to adopt in East Texas, there's something you need to know about the way the process has changed.
You may not even want to touch them. The CDC said "a total of 127 people infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella have been reported from 33 states."
Dr. Jose Medina-Inojosa says "getting a dog, either adopting, rescuing, or buying it, might help your cardiovascular health and help you have a healthier life."