Pet Connections

Pet Connections September – October Issue

Life in a shelter can be overstimulating and hectic for even the most mild tempered animals. Dogs specifically, deal with a variety of noise variables that they recognize and some they do not. Ongoing entry and exit from the kennels causes barking and shuffling around that can heighten anxiety for any animal.  We can reduce […]

Kim Lenz – Behind the Lenz Photography

Spotlight is a recurring column that highlights Pittsburgh PetConnections artists and photographers that regularly give back to the animal welfare community. For more information on how to submit a person or business, please email info@pghpetconnections.com with “spotlight” in the header.  Kim Lenz – Behind the Lenz Photography Yes, that’s her real name. Kim Lenz has felt a special […]

Art & Photography Spotlight

Animal welfare has always been a driving influence in April Minech’s life. With a starting role as a shelter dog walker 15 years ago, she began a journey that would merge her background, love of animals and artistic abilities into the distinct work she produces today. From the early days of volunteering, Ms. Minech knew […]