Dogs communicate stress in ways that often frustrate their owners. Chewing furniture legs, barking at nothing, and pacing from room to room. These behaviors signal genuine discomfort that a regular tennis ball simply cannot fix. Weighted toys address this gap by applying gentle, consistent pressure against a dog’s body. The sensation mimics being held or swaddled, which naturally calms the nervous system. For pets struggling with anxiety, these specialized products offer relief that goes beyond distraction.
Deep pressure stimulation started in human therapy rooms, but dogs respond to it just as powerfully. When evenly distributed weight presses against a dog’s torso or limbs, the parasympathetic nervous system activates. Heart rate slows. Cortisol drops. The body shifts from a state of alertness into relaxation.
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Voorhees Township Annual Free Rabies Clinic is being held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 9:00am to Noon at the Lions Lake Community Center located at 101 Dutchtown Road, while supplies last. 2026 pet licenses can be obtained at the clinic after the rabies shot has been administered. The fees are $12.00 for a spayed/neutered pet and $15.00 for a non-spayed/non-neutered pet. The deadline to obtain your 2026 pet license without the $25.00 per pet late fee is May 11, 2026.
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K9 Cooper succumbed to heat exhaustion after being left in an unmarked police car. The vehicle was left running, and K9 Cooper’s handler believed the air conditioner was on. Because it was an unmarked patrol vehicle, it was not equipped with a temperature monitor. K9 Cooper had served with the Muskingum County Sheriff’s Department for over three years, assigned to the drug unit.
A new study has revealed the toughest U.S. states for pet travel, with a warning that driving with a pet through some states can result in fines or even jail time unless you follow the local road rules.
From pups perched on laps to gleefully sticking their heads out of car windows, these are everyday habits NJ pet owners should be wary of if they want to avoid road penalties, warns U.S. pet travel experts.
A new study by USA’s leading pet travel experts, skye-pets.com , reveals where the toughest pet travel laws are in America, with Washington, New Jersey and Minnesota leading the way with the strictest sanctions related to animal welfare while travelling on the road.
Joanna Maddison, founder of skye-pets.com said, “You can find yourself being penalised for acts such as winding your window down to let the dog enjoy the wind in their ears, which can be deemed a hazard and potentially dangerous for both the pet and other drivers.
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Say hello to Duke—a lovable 10-year-young Boxer with a heart full of love and a personality that will instantly make you smile!
Duke may have experienced a stroke earlier in life that left him with a slight facial droop, but don’t let that fool you—he’s just as happy, playful, and full of life as any other pup. In fact, his lopsided grin only adds to his charm!
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Adults ages 21 and up are invited to attend a fun-filled fundraiser on March 27 to benefit South Jersey’s New Life Animal Rescue, a critical care, special needs, and hospice animal rescue. All proceeds from this Cash Bingo event go toward medical expenses and needs of the animals in their care.
The BYOB event will be held at Crescent Shriners, 700 Highland Drive in Westampton, NJ. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo begins promptly at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance; $45 at the door, based on availability.
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