Name: Organization tries to change perception of pit bulls
Uploaded: 8/21/2019 10:21:08 PM
Duration: 144
Description: The Pittie Posse Rescue and Sanctuary in Portland focuses on the rehabilitation and positive training of good dogs throughout Maine.

Breaking the barrier on pitbull adoptions

The Pittie Posse Rescue and Sanctuary says that Blue's previous owner used forceful training on him with a shock collar.

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Hoarded animals up for adoption

Hoarded animals up for adoption.

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Disney's remake of 'Lady and the Tramp' stars Phoenix rescue dog

Filmmakers found Monte, a two-year-old terrier mix, at HALO Animal Rescue in Phoenix, according to shelter leaders.

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Another pig ear dog treat recall issued for salmonella concerns

It comes amid an outbreak that has sickened 127 people in 33 states.

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Dog owners beware: dangerous blue-green algae possible in Maine waters

The toxic algae is to blame for several dog's deaths across the country in the last couple of weeks.

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Toxic algae deadly to dogs

Toxic algae deadly to dogs.

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Distinguishing service dogs

Distinguishing service dogs.

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Woman walks into NC humane society, asks for 2 dogs who've been there longest with special needs

"I'm glad to give them a home for the last couple years of their life," said Leslie at the Asheville Humane Society. "And they give so much love back."

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Don't give your dog pig ear pet treats due to salmonella, FDA and CDC warn

At least 127 people in 33 states have now gotten sick from coming into contact with the treats.

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Scarborough veterans home gets a furry friend

Shelby is a one and half-year-old labradoodle that lives with Maine veterans. She was donated to the home by a breeder who works there.

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'Martinis for Mutts' fundraiser helps thousands of animals each year

The annual fundraiser benefits the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland.

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State and Solon officials were aware of animals' conditions and working to help

More than 80 animals were rescued from a home in Solon on Tuesday. Select Board chair Elaine Aloes says the problem has been ongoing for roughly 10 years.

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Declawing of cats banned in New York

New York became the first state in the U.S. to ban declawing of cats, joining most of Europe, several Canadian provinces and a growing list of American cities.

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Fetch ME a Home: Pete, the chihuahua mix, available for adoption

This week's featured pet is Pete from Old Dogs New Digs. There is a chance to meet Pete at a documentary film screening in Brunswick on Sunday.

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Fetch ME a Home: Pete, the chihuahua mix, available for adoption

This week's featured pet is Pete from Old Dogs New Digs. There is a chance to meet Pete at A True Love Story Documentary film screening in Brunswick on Sunday.

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Protect your furry friend from the heat

Maine is under a high heat warning this weekend. Not only do humans need to be careful, but animals should be protected as well.

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