Happy National Pet Day: April 11, 2021

National Pet Day was established in 2006 by Colleen Paige, an animal welfare advocate. Half (about 60 million) of American households own pets and the amount of money spent on our pets year year is evidence of the growing need for pet care and health care services. Over the decade ending in 2017, sales of […]

PAWS for the holidays: the do’s and don’ts

By Erin Freeman | Lynnwood Times Staff Amidst the holiday season, people are searching for the perfect gifts for their loved ones. The comfort and happiness a pet provides may seem like an excellent choice, especially in a pandemic inducing isolation for many, yet animal shelters are discouraging people from surprising others with pets. While […]