Pet of the Day 10/17/25
Meet Journey! Meet Journey, a truly special female dog who is friendly, gentle, and playful. She is a ray of sunshine, with a heart as…
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Meet Empress! Empress is a shy but very affectionate sweetheart looking for her forever home. She is quiet most of the time and very sweet,…
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With vibrant golden blooms that complement the color of autumn leaves, marigolds are a favorite annual flower. With an almost neon-like color, marigolds help brighten…
Pet of the Day 10/07/25
Meet Mama T’Pring! Mama T’Pring was born in January of 2023 and was brought to PAWs recently with all of her housemates when her owner…
Pet of the Day 10/06/25
Meet Coal! Coal is a sweet young feline looking for a forever home of his own. He is very playful and loves to be held….
From Soggy Bottom to Something Better
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation If you know me, you know I have a hard time sitting still. So, of course, as soon as I…
Pet of the Day 10/04/25
Meet Tribble! Tribble was born in January of 2017 and was brought to PAWs recently with all of her housemates when her owner was diagnosed…
Pet of the Day 10/03/25
Meet Penelope! Miss Penelope is a fun, affectionate, and energetic kitten looking for her forever family! She loves to play, both independently and with other…
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…
Pet of the Day 10/01/25
Meet Earl! Earl was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS with his siblings: Darnell, Randy & Catalina. He is an adorable little…
Pet of the Day 09/30/25
Meet Destiny Rose! Destiny Rose is a sweet and friendly cat looking for a forever home of her own. She does enjoy attention but is…
Pet of the Day 09/29/25
Meet Wizzer! Wizzer was born in March of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings: Fidget & Roly Poly. He is a lovely, puffy…
Pet of the Day 09/27/25
Meet Jyn! Meet Jyn! This sweet lady is looking for a forever home of her own. Jyn is FIV+, which means she would need to…
Small Miracles and Happy Accidents
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation This summer hasn’t just been about things breaking down (belts, bolts, my patience…), but even more it’s been about what…
Pet of the Day 09/26/25
Meet Randy! Randy was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with her siblings: Darnell, Ear & Catalina. She is a lovely little…
Pet of the Day 09/25/25
Meet Claire and Charlee! This energetic, playful, and very affectionate pair of kittens is looking for a forever family to call their own. They love…
Pet of the Day 09/24/25
Meet Cliff! Meet Cliff, a bundle of joy with a heartwarming spirit! This little guy is a ray of sunshine, bringing laughter and love wherever…
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…