How You Can Help

In Happy Dog Land, we believe in helping our community. We raise money for dog charities, groom shelter dogs and talk about the importance of caring for animals. We hope that you'll use the skills and knowledge you learn from Happy Dog Caring for Your Dog's Body, Mind and Spirit and on our website to help needy animals. Tells us what you're doing and we'll share your story with everyone in Happy Dog Land.

Buy the Book and Help the American Humane Association

Buy the book through this link and raise money for the American Humane Association. All books are signed by the authors.

The American Humane Association, founded in 1877, is the only national organization dedicated to protecting both children and animals. It provides national leadership in taking action and developing policies, legislation, curricula and training programs to protect children and animals from abuse and neglect. Hundreds of local humane societies, SPCAs and animal control agencies are member organizations of American Humane, as are child welfare and child protective services agencies and professionals.  Among its many programs, American Humane's Film & TV Unit is the exclusive authority behind the "No Animals Were Harmed"® end credit on film and TV productions.

Shelter Makeovers

Billy, Jill and other dedicated volunteers regularly visit Chicago's Animal Care and Control to groom the dogs at the shelter. A dog is much more adoptable if she looks like a pet rather than a grubby street dog. Every time we groom a shelter dog, we can see and feel the dog's relief when all the old fur and dirt come off. Moreover, the interaction and attention from a caring human lifts the dog's spirits, making her more attractive to potential adopters. Many of these dogs have never been properly cared for, and a gentle grooming session can gain their trust and keep them relaxed when they meet potential adopters. Here are some of the dog's we've groomed and helped on their way to finding their forever homes!

We hope you'll use the information you learn in our book to help shelter dogs in your area. You don't need to be a professional groomer to make a difference in a dog's life.

See more shelter makeover photos here.

Photo by: Sheri Berliner, Petraits Pet Photography, www.petraits.com