Chicago recently lost a great advocate for cats, Ann Dieter, Board Chair at Harmony House for Cats. Jennifer Zameic, shelter manager discusses this all-cat shelter in Avondale, and what makes this facility unique. Also, how to pick the right cat for you. And there’s a benefit pub crawl for kitties, September 28;  learn more here.

Kim Theobald owner of Bosly’s Backyard – a unique indoor playground for dogs, particularly geared for dogs who may be reactive and not great candidates for dog parks or day care. Also, for senior dogs. Or renting out the Ravenswood space for special events, from bark-mitzah’s to a quinceañera.  There are also nose work and other classes.

Senior veterinary toxicologist at the Pet Poison Helpline, Dr. Renee Smid on common pet toxins. 

While cats are social, they are often “picky” about their feline roomies, which makes the newly published and free American Association of Feline Practitioners, 2024 AAFP Intercat Tension Guidelines: Recognition, Prevention, and Management so useful.