If you want a furry friend who appreciates simplicity and calm, you will love Mister the cat! Mister was brought to Animal Humane Society because his owner developed allergies to him. He is an all-round fun and kind guy who enjoys playing on his scratching post, sleeping at the foot of the bed, and napping in the sun. He loves affection and will roll around to show his enjoyment. Mister weighs 16 pounds, so it will be important for his new owners to keep him active and on a good diet so he can have many healthy years ahead of him. Will you add a special Mister to your life? Mister’s Adoption …
For those of you looking to adopt a kitten or cat, you’re in luck! In honor of June’s Adopt-a-Cat month, we are featuring a beautiful and friendly cat named Gizmo. This week’s cat has a calm demeanor and is very expressive with her warm and loving eyes. Also, as a lap kitty, she absolutely loves having her long fur brushed. Gizmo gets along with other animals but is highly sensitive around children. She was brought to the Animal Humane Society because she was unable to tolerate rough play from a child in her previous home. We’re recommending that Gizmo’s new home be one with only adults, or …
On average, dogs are placed into homes from Animal Humane Society within a span of a week. But for one special dog, his wait has already exceeded a month’s time. It’s hard to understand why, because Beeb is so incredibly entertaining and wonderful to be around. Full of energy and love, Beeb needs an owner who can be active with him. He enjoys playing with chew toys and running around outside. He’s also all about cuddling. But his most notable interests are the outdoors in general and sitting on chairs. We have photos to prove it! And while Beeb loves being around people and dogs, he is …
I know I have the honor of bringing you the pet of the week every Monday, but when I heard about a unique mobile spay and neuter program being launched today, I had to make sure to take time and spread the word. So while today’s column is not about a specific animal it is still about giving back and helping those in need! Week after week we work toward helping animals find loving homes. But what about all the other animals that do have homes but are with owners who can’t quite afford all the necessary services to care for them? That’s where a gorgeous brand new, eye-popping purple bus comes …
April showers are bringing good luck and love to our wonderful pets this week! Our sister mice, and this week’s pet of the week, Maytag, are now in loving homes! I am thrilled! I wasn’t kidding about Maytag stealing someone’s heart in an instant. She is an irresistibly adorable beagle! I know she’ll make a positive difference in his new owner’s life. I am also thankful the sister mice can still be together in their new home. It’s one bond that can never be replaced. Now they’ll be able to share their sweetness with their new family. It’s always wonderful hearing about so many of you who are …
You will love this week’s dog. Still to this day, I cherish my stuffed beagle from childhood. Doggy has been all over the world with me and still has a comfy spot in my bedroom. I love the little guy and it’s mainly because he has the cutest face and the best floppy ears. Beagles also remind me of Snoopy, and I think he’s one of the best cartoon dogs of all time! Maytag is just as loveable, if not even more. She is not afraid to show her feelings either and will sweetly crawl right in your lap and cuddle up with you. She comes from a family who got her through an online ad. But unfortunately…
I think it’s a beautiful thing to be able to look beneath the surface of all living things. It is a gift to connect with others by tapping into their powerful soul and spirit to a fulfilling path of understanding and love. This week’s featured pet has without a doubt an incredible soul and sweet spirit deep within. Duke has the most soulful eyes that are just begging for someone to open their heart to him and give him the stable and loving home he deserves. Duke lived with his previous family for 4 years, but they had to leave him behind when they moved to a new place. He’s already had quite …
This week is ending on a very happy note now that Freddy the fabulous rat has been adopted! Freddy was our very first featured rat in this column and it’s so amazing to see that it didn’t take very long at all for him to be matched up with an eager and loving owner. Dreams really do come true… even for our little pets! Since Freddy is super social and energetic it’s the perfect time for him to begin his new life in his new home. Spring has sprung and now his life is definitely on the up and up. Some people poked fun at the fact that I would feature a rat in this column, but Carrie Libera of …
For the past few months, we have been able to feature a variety of colorful and loveable personalities for our pet of the week feature that is all about helping animals find loving homes. Thanks to my dedicated pet lover, Carrie Libera of the Animal Humane Society, we’ve been able to make this more than just a column, but something greater that helps connect so many of us on a deeper level. I just wanted to take some time to thank all of you loyal readers out there for your growing support and deep dedication to helping out these loving souls. In fact, I truly believe your love for our furry …
Let’s face it-- rats get a bad wrap. Perhaps they’re just too small for some folks, or for others, the very idea of them conjures up disturbing images of gigantic sewer rats scurrying around the New York subway system. I admit, I get those freak-out moments too, but let me tell you, rats need some sweet lovin’ too! Not to mention, they are highly intelligent and social animals that make wonderful, loving pets. This week, I am encouraging all of you to open your beautiful eyes and hearts to our newest pet named Freddy. This guy is very little but he has a huge heart and a big personality! In …
I believe a feminine touch to anyone’s life can make things all the more sweeter! This is truly the case with our latest wonderful featured pet named Jezebel. Even her name oozes beauty and charm. But no fear, folks, this little lady is low-maintenance! Jezebel is 7 years old and has had the same owners since she was a little kitten. She came to the Animal Humane Society because her owners could no longer care for her due to their declining health. Now this pretty cat is just looking for that perfect loving home that she can warm up instantly with her sweetness. Her standout feature is that …
Amidst of a contentious debate over the proposed dog park in Kingfield’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, supporters and members of the Kingfield Neighborhood Association dog park task force met for a friendly, relaxed midday—and playfully titled—Yappy Hour. “We got into this because we want to make the community better,” Bryant resident and member of the dog park task force, Ben Harris said. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on a busy Saturday at Southwest favorite Patisserie 46, a group of citizens affiliated with the KFNA Dog Park Task Force and friends gathered to meet neighbors, fundraise and offer …
It's a fact of winter dog ownership: They have to do their business, and they have to do it outside. My five-month-old shih tzu-maltese puppy Daisy seems oblivious to the cold. She loves it, can't get enough. Then there's my four-year-old shih tzu-Bichon Pogo who stands on the ice lifting alternate legs like a defeated gecko on a hot Tunisian dune, all the while looking at me with those anime eyes as if to ask, “Why?” So to answer this and many other dog-related cold weather questions, I set out to enlist the help of some knowledgeable Southwest canine care specialists. Curtis Johnson, aka “…
