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How to Introduce Cats and Dogs
Despite the stereotype, many dogs and cats learn to live together peacefully. Be patient and take the introduction process slowly, but...
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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Introducing Cats
If you’ve got two (or more!) kitties, you want them to be the best of furry friends! But cat introductions can be tricky; as they are...
Aug 20, 20243 min read
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5 Signs Your Dog is Adjusting to a New Home
Bringing a new dog into your home is an exciting and new experience both for you and the dog. Understanding how your new furry friend is...
Aug 13, 20243 min read
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How To Manage Separation Anxiety In Dogs
Separation anxiety is a common behavioral issue that many dogs experience. Understanding and addressing separation anxiety is crucial for...
Aug 6, 20243 min read
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How To Build A Safe Bond Between Dogs And Children
Ensuring safe and positive interactions between dogs and children is essential to fostering a bond between them and preventing accidents....
Aug 6, 20244 min read
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Introducing a New Dog
Introducing a new dog to your family dog is sure to spur a mix of nervousness and excitement. In order to make the transition smooth, you...
Aug 6, 20245 min read
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Urgent Rescue Mission: Over 50 Cats and Kittens Arriving TODAY!
50+ cats rescued from Northern Minnesota home today! Late last week, we received a call asking for help saving over 40 cats and kittens...
Apr 18, 20242 min read
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Fast & The Furriest 5k Registration is Now Open!
Join us for The Bond Between's 2024 Fast & The Furriest 5K on Saturday May 18!
Apr 2, 20241 min read
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Introducing The New Minnesota Pet Foster Coalition!
The new Minnesota Pet Foster Coalition aims to keep victim-survivors of domestic violence and their pets safe,
Mar 26, 20242 min read
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Let's talk about Black Dog Syndrome.
It's a sad reality in shelters: black furred animals often wait longer for their forever homes compared to others. "Black Dog Syndrome"...
Feb 22, 20241 min read
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2024 is off to a wonderful start!
In January, we had... 280 animals find their forever homes! 177 dogs got adopted 103 cats got adopted 337 animals were rescued - this...
Feb 22, 20241 min read
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Supporting the Bond Between Animals and People through The BB's Respite Foster Care Program!
We recently received a respite foster request from a woman who needed to go through a 30 day treatment program. She was not going to go...
Feb 1, 20242 min read
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The Bond Between Welcomes over 100 Animals to Rescue and Invites Community to Foster Meet & Greet Event
Minnetonka, [1/22/23] – The Bond Between, formerly known as Secondhand Hounds, proudly announces its largest intake of 2024, welcoming...
Jan 22, 20241 min read
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Winter Safety Reminders with Kare 11
As the winter chill sets in, it's essential to ensure the safety and well-being of our beloved pets! Rachel Mairose, our amazing...
Jan 11, 20241 min read
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Start 2024 by Helping to Save a Life!
This weekend, we are saying YES to 47 deserving cats and dogs... and we need your help welcoming them to The Bond Between! The 47 faces...
Jan 10, 20242 min read
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Etta James (Hospice) Pupdate!
A heartwarming update on Etta James as she settles into her first Minnesotan winter with her foster. For those of you who don't know...
Jan 9, 20241 min read
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Happy New Year!
Can you believe it's already 2024? It's crazy how each year seems to go faster than the last. I feel like I was just writing a "welcome...
Jan 1, 20247 min read
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THE BOND BETWEEN People. Animals. Community.
We are so excited for our new name! On January 1st, Secondhand Hounds will officially become The Bond Between. Our names on social media...
Dec 19, 20231 min read
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Because of You We Were Able to Save Freddy and Many More To Come!
Give to the Max Day 2023 was one of our most successful yet! You donated so that animals were able to be saved. You donated so that their...
Dec 19, 20231 min read
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