Barking at the Knot

Barking at the Knot

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  • “Madness of Dog Days” or Newspaper Hydrophobia

    “Dog Days” is a term that refers to the period of time in the summer between July and August when it was assumed that rabies was most prevalent in dogs (and in cities.) While it might not be surprising to see an article debating this fact published by the APSCA, you WILL be surprised to…

    Audrey Lodato

    September 8, 2025
    Animal Welfare
    animal control, animal shelter history, animal shelters, Animal Welfare, animals, ASPCA, dog days of summer, dogs, Early medicine, Early sheltering, health, Henry Bergh, history, Humane Movement, hydrophobia, John P. Haines, New York City, pets, Rabies, strays

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