Enrichment is crucial for our pets’ well-being

As the colder months draw near, many of us tend to spend more time indoors. While we can easily find activities to occupy ourselves, our furry and scaly companions may struggle with the lack of stimulation. Pets often become bored and restless when confined indoors....

Halloween fun can be Halloween fright for pets

Halloween is a globally cherished holiday among children, marked by the excitement of wearing creative costumes and filling their bags with delicious candy of their dreams. For pet owners, including their furry four-legged companions in the festivities is a delightful...

Summer Hazards: Fleas & Ticks

As summer is in full swing, many people are heading outdoors to enjoy fun and adventurous activities. However, it’s not just humans who are active during this time. Fleas and ticks are also in full swing, eagerly awaiting a potential host to pass by. While...

Protect Your Pet from Poisonous Plants

Spring marks the busy season for most nurseries and flower shops as everyone is excited to start planting. One of the most common early spring flowers to either plant, or purchase, is the Easter Lily. While beautiful in sight and smell, lilies are toxic and even...

Why spaying and neutering your pet matters

We love animals at the Humane Society of the Black Hills and, last year, we saw more than four thousand come through our front door. You can imagine that with so many animals, there are plenty of puppies and kittens. We’ll admit it – puppies and kittens are awfully...

Summer heat

Everyone in South Dakota has been feeling the heat this summer as temperatures have crept into record highs. Don’t forget to pay special attention to your dogs and cats as these high temperatures strain our days and our air conditioners. If you’re going out and can...