So I am a Cookie Pusher…
Humane Society for Greater Nashua Blog
by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
By Debi Ford, VSA-CT, IAABC Shelter Affiliate, FDM Humane Society for Greater Nashua   I use food to train dogs.  I use a lot of it, especially when training a new behavior.  I often get asked, “So when do you eliminate the food?”  The answer is never. Why? Because it is a huge motivator for dogs! It gets you to desired behavior quickly and builds the relationship between dog and handler.  It encourages learning, helps with emotional regulation, and just plain can feels good for most dogs.  Each dog comes with their own unique personality, regardless of what his g ..read more
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RMG Hosting HSFN Electronics Recycling Fundraiser
Humane Society for Greater Nashua Blog
by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
(NASHUA, N.H., April 15, 2023) Humane Society for Greater Nashua, in conjunction with Recycled Materials Group, is holding an Electronics Recycling Fundraiser on April 15th from 9am-noon. This is a fantastic opportunity to safely dispose of your unused electronics in a manner that is not only earth-conscious, but will also benefit our animals awaiting adoption. There will be a modest fee for items being recycled and a portion of each will be donated to HSFN. We will also be accepting shelter supplies if you have items to donate. View our item donations guide for a list of our most needed items ..read more
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Humane Society’s Popular Wags to Whiskers Festival is Back At Anheuser-Busch
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by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
NASHUA – The Humane Society for Greater Nashua will host its annual Wags to Whiskers Festival from 11am to 3pm on Saturday, September 17th at the Anheuser-Busch brewery, 221 DW Highway, in Merrimack. The spacious fields alongside the brewery have been graciously donated for use by lead sponsor, The Biergarten, Merrimack. Tickets are $12 per adult, and children under the age of 17 can join in for free. Tickets can be purchased online at hsfn.org/wags-whiskers-festival, and will also be available for purchase at the gate. The festival features dog-friendly games and demonstrations by the Granite ..read more
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Keeping the Summer Fun and Safe for your Dog
Humane Society for Greater Nashua Blog
by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
Who doesn’t love summer? It’s the long-awaited and all-too-short respite we get from cold New England temps. It’s a time for barbeques, swimming, camping, hiking, and so many outdoor activities and we love to share these experiences with our four-legged friends. These glorious warm days can also pose serious danger to our pets. Please keep these helpful tips in mind so that the summer season can be safe and fun for everyone. Car Interiors A car interior can heat up very quickly even when the window is cracked. Parking in a shady spot seems like a good idea. However, shady spots move with the s ..read more
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HSFN to Hold Neighborhood Vaccine Clinic 2022
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by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
(NASHUA, N.H., March 16, 2022) — The Humane Society for Greater Nashua (HSFN) is pleased to announce that we are hosting a public rabies clinic for all pet owners in Nashua and surrounding towns. The clinic will be held on Saturday, April 16 from 9am-noon outside in the parking lot behind City Hall — located on Elm Street in Nashua. Please make sure that your pet is under your control, and able to handle the outdoor, busy environment before bringing them. Owners are invited to bring their leashed dogs (no flexi-leads please) and cats in a secure carrier to receive the rabies vaccine for $15 pe ..read more
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Humane Society to Hold 2nd Annual Pot of Gold Raffle
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by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
Humane Society Brings Back Scratch Ticket Raffle with Over $400 in Tickets Up for Grabs (NASHUA, N.H., February 22, 2022) — On Thursday, March 17th the Humane Society for Greater Nashua (HSFN) will hold their second annual Pot of Gold Raffle at Franklin Savings Bank in Merrimack which is also sponsoring the event. The sole prize is a St. Patrick’s Day themed boot stuffed with New Hampshire State Lottery scratch tickets (over $400 dollars worth). Raffle tickets are $10 each (with deals of 7 tickets for $50 or 15 tickets for $100) and can be purchased on the Humane Society For Greater Nashua’s ..read more
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Have A Heart Campaign 2022
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by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
  Throughout the entire month of February, and into March, we hope you’ll participate in our Have a Heart Campaign by buying a paper heart to show your support of our pets. Many local businesses are partnering with us to sell hearts and raise funds for the work we do to help homeless pets. RED hearts are available for a $1 minimum donation, PINK hearts are available for a $5 minimum donation and GOLD hearts are available for a $10 minimum donation! We are hoping to have another successful campaign this year, but we need your help! Businesses and storefronts thr ..read more
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Keeping Pets Safe In Cold Weather
Humane Society for Greater Nashua Blog
by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
  Outdoor/Stray Cats: During the winter, outdoor cats sometimes sleep under the hoods of cars.  When the motor is started, the cat can be injured or killed by the fan belt. If there are outdoor cats in your area, bang loudly on the car hood before starting the engine to give the cat a chance to escape. Never let your dog off the leash on snow or ice, especially during a snowstorm—dogs can lose their scent and easily become lost. More dogs are lost during the winter than during any other season, so make sure yours always wears ID tags/has an up to date microchip. Thoroughl ..read more
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Healthy Pets Make for a Happy Thanksgiving
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by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
8M ago
  Mmm… Thanksgiving is so close we can almost taste the turkey. Soon there will be unusual people in the house (or if your family is like mine, really unusual) and splendid smells will be wafting through the air. It is a time for shameless gluttony and celebration and it is easy to get swept away in the fun. We love our pets and want them to share in the experience with us. However, pets have different dietary needs and responses than we do so here are some tips to keep your pet healthy and happy this Thanksgiving. Do I Know You? Let’s table the food for a minute.  Some pets are s ..read more
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So I am a Cookie Pusher…
Humane Society for Greater Nashua Blog
by Humane Society For Greater Nashua
1y ago
By Debi Ford, VSA-CT, IAABC Shelter Affiliate, FDM Humane Society for Greater Nashua   I use food to train dogs.  I use a lot of it, especially when training a new behavior.  I often get asked, “So when do you eliminate the food?”  The answer is never. Why? Because it is a huge motivator for dogs! It gets you to desired behavior quickly and builds the relationship between dog and handler.  It encourages learning, helps with emotional regulation, and just plain can feels good for most dogs.  Each dog comes with their own unique personality, regardless of what his g ..read more
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