Pet of the Day 10/02/25
Meet Ed! Hey there! I’m Eddie, and I’m on the lookout for my fur-ever family. I’m a playful pup with a not-so-puppyish quiet side, which…
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To Deadhead or Not? Your Final Answer is…
Deadheading is a gardening term that defines the process of removing faded or dead flowers from plants. Deadheading is a process of pruning by…
Pet of the Day 09/23/25
Meet Fidget! Fidget was born in March of 2025 and came to PAWS with her siblings: Roly Poly & Wizzer. She has grown into an…
Pet of the Day 09/22/25
Meet Silas! This handsome orange boy is looking for a forever home to call his own. Silas is very affectionate and playful. He loves attention…
Pet of the Day 09/20/25
Meet Norm! Hey there, it’s Norm here, and I’m on the lookout for my furever family! I’m an affectionate and playful pup who loves nothing…
The Humility of Heavy Equipment
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation Here’s a confession: until this summer, I had never driven a skid loader in my life. Not a little one,…
Pet of the Day 09/19/25
Meet Catalina! Catalina was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with her siblings: Darnell, Earl & Randy. She is an adorable little…
Pet of the Day 09/18/25
Meet Lilly! Lilly is a sweet kitty looking for a forever family of her own. She is curious and loves to explore. She can be…
Pet of the Day 09/17/25
Meet Lemur! Lemur was born in June of 2023. She came to PAWS as a new mom with a whole herd of Cow Kitties under…
Pet of the Day 09/16/25
Meet Nate! Meet Nate, a wonderful male dog who is eager to find his forever family. With a heart as big as the great outdoors,…
Pet of the Day 09/15/25
Meet Summer Storm! Summer was born in July of 2023. With her stunning silver coat and striking green eyes, she is a beautiful little girl….
Pet of the Day 09/13/25
Meet Shadow Kitty! Shadow Kitty was born in January of 2020. She is a lovely medium-haired brown tabby with striking green eyes. She and Pretty…
Pet of the Day 09/12/25
Meet Carrot! If you are looking for a playful friend to keep you entertained, Carrot is your boy. This baby loves to run, chase strings…
Pet of the Day 09/11/25
Meet Penguin! Orca, Puffin, Zebra, Moo Cow, and Penguin were born in March of 2025 and had a rough beginning. They came to PAWS with…
Pet of the Day 09/10/25
Meet Oakley! Meet Oakley, a sweet and affectionate baby girl who is ready to capture your heart. With a gentle and playful spirit, she brings…
Fall Garden Tasks
This article answers questions many gardeners have about how to prepare their garden for winter. As the beautiful Pennsylvania landscape takes on its legendary colors…
Pet of the Day 09/09/25
Meet Moo Cow! Orca, Puffin, Zebra, Moo Cow, and Penguin were born in March of 2025 and had a rough beginning. They came to PAWS…
Pet of the Day 09/08/25
Meet Azalea! Sweet and spicy Azalea is looking for a forever family to call her own! She enjoys attention but tends to get overstimulated quickly….
What Breaks First?
Last week I told you how I finally got the skid loader humming again. But, honestly, the story of just how it broke down is…
Pet of the Day 09/06/25
Meet Lane Frost! Do you need a walking buddy or a snuggly friend? Lane would be the perfect pet for you. Lane is 12 weeks…
Pet of the Day 09/05/25
Meet Puffin! Orca, Puffin, Zebra, Moo Cow, and Penguin were born in March of 2025 and had a rough beginning. They came to PAWS with…
Pet(s) of the Day 09/04/25
Meet Phaedra & Ophelia! This beautiful bonded pair of kittens is looking for their forever family! Phaedra and Ophelia are very sweet girls ready to…
Fall Garden Care for Pollinators
This article discusses the beneficial pollinators that overwinter in the garden and best practices for providing habitat for them. As the days get shorter and…
Pet of the Day 09/03/25
Meet Monkey! Monkey is a sweet fellow. He lost his owner and is now looking for a home to spend the rest of his years…
Pet of the Day 09/02/25
Meet Lydia Wright! Lydia was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS with her mom and 7 siblings. They were found under a…
Pet of the Day 08/30/25
Meet Ray! Meet Ray, a friendly and curious boy who’s eager to explore the world and make new friends, especially humans! Ray is a smart…
Just Enough Knowledge to Be Dangerous
After July’s adventures in mud and malfunctions, you’d be forgiven for thinking the hardest part for me was blindly feeling around through years of built-up…
Pet of the Day 08/29/25
Meet Sam! We currently have 6 cattle dog/blue healer dogs available for adoption now. These babies were rescued from a hoarding situation that got out…
Pet of the Day 08/28/25
Meet Haleh Adams! Haleh was born in July of 2023. She came to PAWS shortly after giving birth to 8 kittens. She is a great…
Pet of the Day 08/27/25
Meet Maggie! Maggie is such a sweet girl! She is only about 9 months old, and weighs just over 40 pounds. Maggie loves to run…
Japanese Beetles in the Home Garden
Japanese beetles are not picky about the flowers and leaves they attack. They have favorites like roses and grapes, but many problems begin when the…
Pet of the Day 08/26/25
Meet Mona! Mona has lived in the same home her entire life (1 year) She shared her home with 25+ other dogs so she is…
Pet of the Day 08/25/25
Meet Yzma! Yzma was born in March of 2025 along with his siblings, Tipo, Kronk & Pacha. They came to PAWS after being trapped in…
Pet of the Day 08/23/25
Meet Titus! Titus is a tall handsome boy that came to us as a stray. He is about two years old and currently weighs about…
Everything Hurts and Nothing Works (Except Maybe My Skid Loader)
I said we’d be back in August. And here we are! Just… maybe not quite the way I imagined. Why does this ever surprise me…
Pet of the Day 08/22/25
Meet Pacha! Pacha was born in March of 2025 along with his siblings, Tipo, Kronk & Yzma. They came to PAWS after being trapped in…
Pet of the Day 08/21/25
Meet Lotus! Lotus came to us a stray, so we don’t know much about her history. She is a nice medium sized dog (about 40…
Pet of the Day 08/20/25
Meet Kronk (Scout Master)! Kronk was born in March of 2025 along with his siblings, Tipo, Pacha & Yzma. They came to PAWS after being…
Pet of the Day 08/19/25
Meet Ozzy! Ozzy is a loving, adult male with lots of energy and affection to give. He is a very friendly dog who is always…
Pet of the Day 08/18/25
Meet Tipo! Tipo was born in March of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Pacha, Kronk & Yzma. He is a sweet little…
Pet of the Day 08/16/25
Meet Donut! Donut is a fun-loving and athletic dog with a loyal and friendly personality. He is a funny and playful boy who loves to…
Pet of the Day 08/15/25
Meet Joy! Joy was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS from a feral colony. She is very sweet, but still a little…