It’s that time of year again when it becomes apparent the holiday season is right around the corner. That means ReTails by M-SNAP (Mountaineer Spay and Neuter Assistance Program), is clearing the shelves in preparation for its annual Christmas Shoppe. M-SNAP is an ...
An estimated 517,979 West Virginia households (around 70%) report having a pet, according to 2023 statistics gathered by The Federation of Humane Organizations of West Virginia (FOHO), a statewide organization advocating for improving animal welfare throughout the mountain state. ...
Throughout the year, animal welfare organizations in the area work to reduce the number of homeless cats and dogs in Monongalia County and to promote appropriate care for homed pets. Because February is spay/neuter awareness month, nonprofits make extra efforts to spread the word about the ...
ReTails, a store operated by M-SNAP — Mountaineer Spay Neuter Assistance Program — is officially ringing in the holidays. The store, which sells selectively chosen, gently used items, opened its Christmas shop this week at Morgantown Mall. In it, customers can find everything from ...
Four hundred and sixty nine — that’s how many cats (400) and dogs (69) the Monongalia Canine Adoption Center had to euthanize last year. That sad number is an important reminder of why, as pet owners, we must make sure our pets are spayed or neutered. This is especially true for cats: ...
Someday is now: Donate to ReTails I wasn’t born a collector — I was raised to be a collector by my parents and grandparents. They survived the Depression and learned to find value in everything. The smallest washer, broken tool or threadbare jeans could be used, repaired or repurposed ...