Paws Finding Peace

What, adoption fee waived for all dogs.
Head over to TJO today ... your new BFF is waiting for you. 💜

Today, Saturday April 25 is Drug Take Back Day.
Gather all expired pet and human medications, search locations on the DEA website. Most police departments are participating.

Discarding unused and expired medications helps keep pets and children safe.

Feel free to share 🩷💜💙❤️🤎

Gather all unneeded, unused or expired medications for . Safely dispose of them at one of the nearly 4,200 drop-off locations to prevent misuse and protect our communities. www.dea.gov/takebackday
The United States Department of Justice

All local animal advocates and pet lovers - super cool event hosted by the MVMA - it is free and a great way to celebrate the power of the human animal bond. 💜
Please share!

We can't wait to welcome Dr. Kwane Stewart Project Street Vet to Massachusetts in just 2 weeks! Joining him for a panel discussion on animal welfare will be panelists from several MA nonprofits: Tufts at Tech Community Veterinary Clinic Love is Life Veterinary Clinic Community Day Center of Waltham
and Worcester Police Department (Official) comfort dog and social services 💙🐾

Grab your FREE tickets at https://www.massvet.org/events/kwane-stewart-2026

Thanks to our sponsors
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University Purina
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. IDEXX Stray Pets in Need of MA (S.P.I.N.) MSPCA-Angell Lets Save the Strays International Zoetis
Hilltop Bio

From our friends at Westfield Animal Control and Shelter 💜

A pet parent who had to say goodbye this week just texted us this beautiful song. 💜

Damian Marley ft. Sia – I Will Find You in My Next Life | Reggae Soul Gospel Ballad | Lyrics for more emotional song: HTTPs://youtu.be/UEUvksxC2scThis version blends peace, faith, and love into a cinematic worship-like experience, created as a lyrica...

Your cat told me to tell you Temptation treats are on sale at Costco. 😻🐈‍⬛🐈😺

Our friends at the MVMA are hosting a super cool event!

No April Fool's jokes here - general admission is now FREE for our upcoming event with CNN Hero of the Year and founder of Project Street Vet, Kwane Stewart 🐾

Grab your friends, family, and colleagues for an inspiring presentation. Hear from local animal welfare advocates and make meaningful connections. EVERYONE is invited!

Registration is free but required: www.massvet.org/events/kwane-stewart-2026

Upgrade your ticket for the VIP reception and enjoy a meet-and-greet, refreshments, and a chance to win a copy of Dr. Stewart's book to be signed at the event!

Sharing a beautiful tribute/editorial published in
Letters to The Republican on 3/30/26.

A veterinarian brought kindness

In our vastly changed world, divided by controversy, violence and hate, I feel compelled to relate an experience I just had that involved love, caring and peace. My 15-year-old dog, Annie, had been rapidly declining in her health, walking with great difficulty, not eating and obviously suffering in her own quiet way.

I knew that if I truly loved her, it was time to let her go. My vet recommended a veterinary service called Paws Finding Peace that comes to your home to provide a place for your final goodbye.

Dr. Calvin Carrington came to my home as scheduled and proved to be the closest thing to a saint I have ever met.

He was warm, sensitive, caring and patient, treating Annie like you would treat a beloved relative, which she was. Her passing was peaceful and beautiful, thanks to his empathy for both patient and owner. I wish to commend him and Paws Finding Peace as an example of the kindness we all need so much today.

GAIL P. DUNN, Agawam

Preserving democracy in US demands constant diligence | Letters to The Republican Readers also comment on Trump ignoring paralympic team, ICE agents, Baystate Health's stand on trans care, potholes and single-payer health care.

Choo Choo Charlie will be spreading joy on Thursday. 💜

Stop by the library this Thursday, March 12 from 9:00 - 10:00 AM to visit a certified therapy dog! Choo Choo Charlie the Pomeranian, therapy dog with Bright Spot Therapy Dogs, will be available in the Brooks Room to brighten up your day. 🐾

All ages welcome, no registration required. Parents/guardians, please remain with your child(ren) while visiting Charlie.

I just discovered this amazing book list on grief and grieving at the library. 💙💜🖤🩷📚