👋 Happy Thursday! 

One quick announcement to share:

Today’s newsletter will be our last issue for a few months.

We're taking a brief pause to bring you even more inspiring stories, helpful tips, and heartwarming content in the coming year.

Stay tuned for our return, and thank you for your continuous support and love for our furry friends!

In today’s Cause for Paws:

• 🏡 100 dogs find forever homes in viral video

• 💛 Man adopts 9 dogs, a turkey, and a pig

• 🎄 One shelter’s remarkable Christmas miracle

• ✋ Learn the right way to pet your dog

• 🧠 Transform your dog with clicker training

🐶 Poll of the Week 🐶

In last week’s poll about the most important dog breed traits, the most votes went to:

Affectionate & family-friendly ❤️

Today, we’d love to know:

Click to vote for your TOP choice, and leave a comment in the “Additional Feedback” box to share how your dog has changed your life for the better!

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For a happier and healthier pet, veterinary dentist Dr. James Anthony recommends 1-TDC® – a powerful and effective oral health supplement.

“It’s like a superhero for a dog's mouth.”

Click here and apply the code Cause10 for 10% off and see the difference in your dog today! ✨

🦴 Canine Corner

Our weekly roundup of heartwarming adoption and foster tales, and uplifting canine content.

🏡 100 Dogs, 100 Homes: Check out this uplifting adoption video as 100 dogs rescued from kill shelters find their forever families. 🐕

💛 Heart of Gold: Discover the inspiring story of Steve Greig, who’s dedicated his life to adopting senior pets and special needs animals, including nine senior dogs, a turkey, and a pig! 🐕🦃🐖

🎄 A Shelter Miracle: Adams County SPCA celebrates a Christmas miracle as every dog in the shelter is adopted before Christmas. 🎉

✋ Dog Petting Etiquette: Learn the RIGHT way to pet a dog, according to veterinarians. 🤗

🐾 Puppy or Kitty? This adorable dog raised by a cat is stealing hearts with its adorable, cat-like behaviors. 😸

🧠 Top Training Tip of the Week — Clicker Training Secrets

This week, we're turning our attention to a tool that can revolutionize your dog training:

The clicker!

Clickers help your dog associate sounds with rewards, making it a powerful tool for positive reinforcement training.

Nate Schoemer breaks down the essentials of clicker training in his video:

"How to Train Your Dog with a CLICKER"

You’ll learn clear and actionable steps, including:

• Why Timing is Everything: Learn when to click to train the desired behavior accurately.

• Consistency is Key: The importance of rewarding your dog every single time after the click.

• Build on Basics: Discover how to progress from simple commands to more complex tasks using the clicker.

Watch Nate’s step-by-step guide here.

🇺🇲 The 50 State Rescue Challenge: New Mexico Edition

At Cause for Paws, we’re on a mission:

Get a pet adopted in every state.

This week’s spotlight falls on the Land of Enchantment — New Mexico! 🏜️

Located in Albuquerque, we’re highlighting Animal Humane New Mexico (AHNM), a no-kill shelter for homeless and at-risk dogs and cats.

Established in 1965, AHNM stands out as a leading non-profit animal welfare organization in the state, serving over 10,000 rescue dogs and cats every year.

They never euthanize, regardless of age or length of stay, and have re-homed 100% of healthy pets in their care since 2010!

With remarkable veterinary, social, and emotional care, AHNM is a true leader in providing rescues with another shot at life.

If you’re in New Mexico and looking for a new canine companion, visit AHNM’s website here!

🐾 Paw Profiles: Animal Humane New Mexico pups up for adoption

🐾 Diego 🐾

Meet Diego, a 1-year-old Shepherd/Border-Collie mix. With his stunning looks and boundless energy, Diego is a true standout.

He's a young dog full of playful puppy antics, and has already shown a natural aptitude for agility and obedience training. 

Diego’s enthusiasm and eagerness to please make him a perfect companion to join you on countless adventures. 🐾⛰️

🐾 Blue 🐾

Blue is a 2-year-old Labrador-Retriever/Mixed-Breed with a heart full of joy and a tail that never stops wagging.

He's the epitome of a sweet, playful pup, with a special fondness for cheese and frisbee. Initially shy, Blue warms up quickly, especially after some gentle chin scratches!

His experience living with other dogs makes him a great candidate for a multi-pet household, and to be your loyal furry friend. 🐾🐕

🐾 Sophie 🐾

Say hi to Sophie, a 7-year-old Australian Shepherd with a beautiful spirit and a gentle heart.

As a senior dog, she’s a perfect companion for leisurely walks and cozy afternoons by your side.

Sophie is searching for a forever home where she can spend her golden years surrounded by love and care. 🐾❤️

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👋 Thanks for your loyal support, Cause for Paws crew! We will see you again soon!