A female brown and black tabby with white paws and white bib was lost during a fire from East King Street in York, PA. She's 1½ years old, spayed, and her name is Biscuit.
The family got two of their cats out of the house, and two others scattered; the family has since found the third one, but Biscuit is still missing. If seen, call (717) 880-1079.
by Janine Allen
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels.
I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.
I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the overworked shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.
As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life.
Peabody is a sweet beagle boy who just wants someone to love. He is about 7 years old, and is good with cats, dogs and kids. Peabody would love to spend the holidays with you!
For details, call (717) 993-3232, e-mail info@animalrescueinc.org or visit www.animalrescueinc.org.
From Alex H.:
As much as it pains me to do this, I have to. My recent move to a Hershey apartment just isn't fair to my dog, Ana. Ana is a 6-month-old purebred Alaskan Malamute. She is one of the most loving and helpful puppies I have ever had the pleasure of owning.
Ana currently weighs about 80 pounds, and will continue to grow until she is about a year old -- which is why having her in an apartment all day just isn't working -- and with my hours here at the station and a second job I have, it's no longer fair for me to keep her in a crate or alone by herself all day.
I will tell you though, that Malamutes originated as working dogs and need to be played with, walked, or run around a yard in order to just stay happy. So you can understand that my coming home every evening seeing her lying in a cage with sadness in her eyes is what makes me say this is just unfair to her.
Malamutes are one of the top choices for families with children -- don't let her size scare you away. Under all her fur there is a heart of gold. I have had the joy of having her as my best friend since she was only weeks old and have never had a dog as loyal as Ana.
She has been around adults and children her entire life and loves nothing more than seeing new faces.
In the coming weeks, she will be spayed and have all of her shots updated, along with a general examination.
If anyone is truly interested, has a yard that she can run around in, and can devote the time to her that she deserves, e-mail AlexHeider@cbs21.com.
BARCS of Baltimore has a very sweet, approximately 1½-year-old, white female pit mix. Shelter workers believe her to be deaf, and would like to find a rescue group to pull her from the shelter.
She is very sweet, and while she gets herself excited she also seems to be able to control herself and not jump all over you. She LOVES attention, and seemed to love to be hugged and give kisses.
She came to BARCS as a stray.
IIf you can help this young girl, call Debra Rahl, Animal Programs Manager at BARCS, at (410) 396-4695.
Billy the boxer has become the constant companion of a 12-day-old baby goat named Lilly. He sleeps with the goat, washes her and protects her from any dangers at Pennywell Farm Wildlife Centre at Buckfastleigh -- near Totnes, Devon, in England.
Billy and Lilly have formed a close bond. The kid was abandoned by her mother when she was only a few hours old, and was adopted by paternal Billy when his owner, Elizabeth Tozer, began hand-raisng the goat.
The unusual bond has continued to develop, and the pair are now inseparable.
Elizabeth said: 'Lilly follows Billy around, which is really quite amusing to watch; and Billy sleeps with the goat and cleans her mouth after she feeds.'
Pink, a female black & white long-haired tuxedo cat, and Baron, a black female cat, both 17 months old, need to find homes.
Pink is loving and lazy; Baron is shy. They're both great with kids, dogs and other cats.
For details, e-mail chykichic1@aol.com.
This ball python came to Forgotten Friend Reptile Rescue from a good home. He is believed to be 12-15 years old, and has had a couple different owners.
He has a history of eating only live rodents, and the rescue hasn't tried feeding frozen/thawed rodents to him yet.
He is very easy to handle, and exhibits the typical docile nature of a ball python. He has good muscle tone and measures about 3 or 4 feet long. He appears to be very healthy in all aspects, and will make a great pet for several more years.
If you are interested in adopting this reptile, please apply online at www.forgottenfriend.org/apply.
A friend sent me this in an e-mail. My cats follow this description of a cats' duties pretty well -- especiall the "no closed doors" part.
BATHROOMS --Always accompany guests to the bathroom. It is not necessary to do anything. Just sit and stare.
DOORS - Do not allow any closed doors...in any room. To get the door opened, it's not necessary to use it. After you have ordered an outside door opened, stand half-way in & out & think about several things. This is particularly important during very cold weather, rain, snow, or mosquito season.
CHAIRS AND RUGS - If you have to throw up get to a white chair quickly. If you cannot manage in time, get to an Oriental rug. If there is no Oriental rug, shag is good. When throwing up on the carpet, make sure you back up while barfing so it's as long as a human's bare foot.
HAMPERING - If one of your humans is engaged in any activity, and the other is idle, stay with the busy one. This is called helping, otherwise known as hampering. Following are the rules for hampering: When supervising cooking, sit just behind the left heel of the cook. You cannot be seen and thereby stand a better chance of being stepped on and then picked up and comforted.
For book readers, get in close under the chin, between eyes and book--unless you can lie across the book itself. When human is working at computer, jump up on desk, walk across keyboard, bat at mouse pointer on screen, and then lay in human's lap across arms, hampering typing in progress.
WALKING - As often as possible, dart quickly & as close as possible in front of the human, especially on stairs, when they have something in their arms, in the dark & when they first get up in the morning. This will help them practice their co-ordination skills.
BEDTIME - Always sleep on the human at night so he/she cannot move around.
LITTER BOX - When using the litter box, be sure to kick as much litter out of the box as possible. Humans love the feel of kitty litter between their toes.
HIDING - Every now and then, hide in a place where the humans cannot find you and do NOT come out for three to four hours under any circumstances. This will cause the humans to panic (which they love) thinking that you have run away or are lost. Once you do come out, the humans will cover you with love & kisses, and you probably will get a treat.
ONE LAST THOUGHT- Whenever possible, get close to a human, especially their face, then turn around and present your butt to them...humans love this, so do it often!
Saber, an approximately 10-month-old orange tabby, has been missing since Nov. 7 from Cypress Road South, Dover, PA.
His owners found him as a stray in June, and tried to make him an indoor cat, but he insisted on being an indoor/outdoor cat. He would roam the neighborhood, but didn't travel far. Neighbors saw him at 3 p.m. Nov. 7, but he didn't return to his owners' house by 5 p.m., as he usually did.
If seen, call (717) 292-6012.
These cats need to find new homes because a baby is allergic.
Sweetums is a 12-year-old male Main Coon cat. He is very lovable and very much a lap cat. He loves playing with his special bear that he's had since he was a kitten. Sweetums is very loyal.
Peanut is a 6-year-old female gray/brown tabby cat. She is very talkative, and likes to cuddle with people and be held. Between purring and talking, Peanut will talk your head off!
Buttercup is a 5-year-old calico. Although she is a bit skittish at first around new people, she is a very friendly cat. Buttercup is not great with grooming, and does get a little frisky while at the vets or groomers.
For details, call (717) 515-5230 or e-mail memicco29@comcast.net.
Is this your cat? Or, would you like it to be?
This beautiful kitty showed up at a house in Littlestown on Halloween night. The cat is all black with just a few stray white hairs here and there, and is very sweet and well-behaved.
The finder is unsure if it's a male or female, but said it appears to be healthy, eats well, and has not been declawed.
Seems to have been an indoor cat, since it hasn't been fussing to go outside at all and it is very people friendly. It is an adult cat but seems to be pretty young. It is a good-sized cat, rather long and lean, with big paws.
The finder is hoping someone can take the cat in; they say it's a really great cat
and deserves a better fate than being put down just because no one will adopt it.
For details, call Amy at (717) 359-9487.
I'm Madonna! I'm the mother of the cutest little kittens you could imagine. I raised them, kept everyone safe and happy. Now we are all looking for homes.
I love people, and I'd love to spend the rest of my life with someone who loves and adores me! I want the same for my kittens; they take after their mama.
Come meet me (and my kittens) at HOKAFI during open shelter hours, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. For details, visit www.helenkrause.org or call (717) 697-3377.
The Dogs' Den is a rescue, NOT a shelter. The dogs are all kept in several foster homes. Bryan, along with his partner Chris, was one of The Dogs' Den's adopters and volunteers. Bryan passed away suddenly Sept. 5, 2007, and his friends at the Brownstone continue to honor his memory by supporting his favorite cause.
All performers will be donating their tips from the show to The Dogs' Den, and there will be a basket raffle and door prizes.
For details, call the Brownstone Lounge at (717) 234-7009 or the Dogs' Den at (717) 469-7325.
For details on pets available for adoption, call the York County SPCA at (717) 764-6109, e-mail msmith@ycspca.org or visit the shelter at 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, (Manchester Township) York, PA. To fill out an adoption application, visit www.ycspca.org and click on "adopt a pet," which will take you to a link for the application. Pets adopted from the SPCA are spayed or neutered and receive necessary vaccinations as part of the adoption fee.
This pretty girl came to the shelter as a stray. She's a very sweet adult Siberian
husky, who presses herself against the wall of the kennel to allow shelter workers and visitors to pet her more easily. She would love to have a warm loving home
for the holidays! Her ID# is 52089.
Gambit is a very playful and energetic guy! He's a Siberian husky/German
shepherd mix who gets along with dogs,
cats and kids. His owner moved and
can't take him along.
Gambit's ID# is 51847.
Buddy is a handsome young black and tan coonhound who is full of energy and just wants to go, go, go! His owner was evicted, so now Buddy needs a new family to love him. His ID# is 52034.
Yuri was found in York. He is a young, sweet and playful white
pit bull terrier. Is your family looking for a new friend this holiday season? Yuri would love to be a part of it! His ID# is 52026.
This big, gorgeous boy will steal your heart. He's an adult chocolate Lab, fun-loving and very friendly. He was found as a stray, and it's hard to believe nobody is
missing him. He would love to snuggle up with you and keep you warm this winter! His ID# is 52046.
This sweet little guy will steal your heart. He is so laid back and seems a bit sad to be without a family. He was found as a stray so not much is known about him, but he has a wonderful gentle disposition. He is a yellow Labrador retriever mix. His ID# is 52069.
Star is a a German shorthaired pointer, and is a very special girl to the shelter workers. She originally came to the shelter as a cruelty case, but was recently returned because of financial issues. Star might be older than 6 and officially a senior, but no
one told her! She is very energetic and loves to go for walks so she can
"hunt." Star is housetrained and gets along with everyone, including children,
cats and other dogs. Her ID# is 52096.
You can't help but smile when you are around these boys; they are such clowns! Chester and Doughboy lost their home because of a divorce. They
like everyone, including cats, children and other dogs. Please visit the shelter today and check out this great pair of basset hounds. Their ID#s are
Chester 51924 and Doughboy 51925.
Sadie is a fun-loving female German shepherd/beagle mix who was found as
a stray. She is very friendly and loves to go for walks. Adopt her today and
enjoy these brisk fall days, crunching through fallen leaves with her.
Sadie's ID# is 51770.
Fred is a super- sweet Chow Chow mix, who was found as a stray. He is such
a good boy, it's hard to believe that no one misses him! He walks very
calmly on a leash and just enjoys hanging out with you. His ID# is 51520.
For details on pets available for adoption, call the York County SPCA at (717) 764-6109, e-mail msmith@ycspca.org or visit the shelter at 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, (Manchester Township) York, PA. To fill out an adoption application, visit www.ycspca.org and click on "adopt a pet," which will take you to a link for the application. Pets adopted from the SPCA are spayed or neutered and receive necessary vaccinations as part of the adoption fee.
Sid is a big boy with a big heart. He has lots of love to give. Sid is a senior, accustomed to living indoors, and likes everyone -- cats, dogs, and kids included. He would love to keep you warm over the long winter months. His ID# is 51722.
It's not hard to figure out how GQ earned his name. He's a handsome boy, calm and lovable, who fell on some hard times. His owner was evicted, and so was GQ. Adopt him today! His ID# is 50420.
Taffy is a wonderful 6-year-old female who needs a loving new home. Her
previous owner had too many cats and had to enlist the help of the SPCA to
help find new homes for a few of them. Taffy likes other cats and is accustomed to
living indoors. Her ID# is 51461.
Katty Watty is a shy but sweet red tabby who needs a new home because her
previous owner could no longer keep her. She has been waiting for a new
family since June. Katty would love to keep your lap warm on the chilly nights
ahead! Her ID# is 48468.
Little Jill is an adorable adult gray tabby, found as a stray.
She is playful and friendly. Let her charm her way into your heart, and into
your home. Her ID# is 50347.
Vera is a cute adult female who loves to cuddle. She is a little shy at
first, but purrs up a storm once she gets to know you. Can she make her way
into your home and heart? Vera's ID# is 50401.
Chris is a cutie who was found as a stray in a trailer park. He is less
than 6 months old and has lots of love to give. Chris would make a wonderful
new addition to someone's home. His ID# is 47561.
Peppino is a super-sweet and friendly male brown
tabby who was found as a stray. His ID# is 48192.
Phyllis is a calm and laid-back young lady. She was found as a stray,
searching for a forever home. Could that be yours? Her ID# is 51394.
This handsome boy was found as a stray in Dover. He doesn't appear to
like other cats, so a home where he can "rule the roost" as an only cat
would be best for him. His ID# is 47431.
Tigger, a 9-year-old, black and white tuxedo cat, needs to find a home as soon as possible because the landlord -- who doesn't allow cats -- has discovered she's been living on his property.
Can you help Tigger find a home? Call (717) 476-7527.
Lacy has been participating in CPAA's HOPE (Hounds of Prison Education) Program since late August and loving every minute of it. But it's time for her to get the chance she deserves to live a happy life with a family of her own.
Lacy is a 9- year-old beagle mix and is just about as sweet as they come. Despite her sad and extremely difficult start to life, she still starts every day with hope and joy that spreads to everyone who has the pleasure of crossing paths with her.
Lacy never fails to offer a doggie kiss and a happily wagging tail to each inmate and staff member she passes during her daily routine. But, despite her outgoing personality and sweet demeanor, she has been living in rescue for years, overlooked time and time again.
In her time with the HOPE Program, Lacy has been an obedience star. She loves to learn, and has a ball at her weekly training classes.
Her handler is an "old dog" himself, and the two of them take great pride in their ability to teach each other new tricks! She has tried her paw at agility, mastering the tunnel and the jumps. She has so much fun, and she looks like a pup again when she's running the course.
Lacy's always been wonderful with her feline friends, and she's been practicing her canine manners during her training. Lacy would love a home with some kitty pals and perhaps an older, well-mannered canine companion.
Lacy has been in the HOPE Program for 10 weeks without a single application. It's unbelievable that a dog this sweet and loving would still be homeless, and we're hoping she won't have to spend yet another holiday season in limbo, wondering when her luck will change.
Lacy is available for adoption through Starfish to the Sea Animal Rescue and the HOPE program.
For details, please visit www.hopedogs.org or call (717) 379-2511.
The Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance will be participating in "Gifts that Give," South Central Pennsylvania's Alternative Gift Fair, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, at Central Pennsylvania College Conference Center, College and Valley Roads, Summerdale, PA.
"Gifts that Give" offers holiday shoppers an alternative to traditional gift-giving, and is the perfect way to get into the real spirit of the season. It is a way to find gifts that not only honor special people on your gift list, but also help others who are not on anyone's gift list.
For example, think of a person on your gift list who would be pleased if you provided help to a homeless animal in their honor. That person will receive a handsome card telling them about your gift. In addition to the opportunity to help some wonderful nonprofits, there will be live music and refreshments.
For more information on CPAA, visit www.cpaa.info.
The West York Borough Council voted to keep Eberton Park, in the 1500 block of West Poplar Avenue, as it is and not change its use to a dog park.
The council previously had approved for a committee to explore turning Eberton into a dog park to be dedicated in memory of Abbey, Toby and Sparkles, former pets of West York Councilwoman Shelly Metzler. However, a meeting designed to get public input brought out residents who opposed the dog park.
At last week's council's meeting, Metzler said she would return donations for the park because she does not intend to find a different place for it.
Council President Shawn Mauck said incidents of hate mail, phone calls and threats against Metzler are being investigated.
A new committee was formed to erect a sign at Eberton Park.
-- JOLI HARRINGTON, for the Weekly Record
From ASPCA.org:
A slice of avocado may be the perfect addition to your sandwich, but it can have serious consequences for our feathered and furry friends. According to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in Urbana, IL, pet poisonings from avocado and avocado-based foods like guacamole are a consistent risk.
In 2008, the Center managed 115 cases involving ingestions of avocado, and though an overwhelming 83 percent of those incidents involved dogs, the most devastating effects were seen in birds, rabbits and certain large animals like horses and cattle.
A native of Central and South America, avocado (Persea americana) is a subtropical tree that produces a pear-shaped fruit prized for its high fat content, vitamin-rich "meat" and smooth texture. Unfortunately, the fruit also contains a toxin called persin that's harmful to animals, especially in large quantities.
"Avocado leaves, fruit, seeds and bark all contain the toxic principle known as persin," said Dana Farbman, CVT, Senior Manager of Professional Communications at APCC.
Buttons, a spayed female blonde Pekingese, was born in April 2007. She is house-trained and up-to-date on vaccinations.
Buttons is a playful little girl, and only weighs 11 pounds. She can be timid at first, but warms up quickly. She gets along well with other small dogs.
For details, call (717) 495-7645, e-mail Northeast Pekingese Rescue at PekeN2yourheart@aol.com or visit www.nepekerescue.org.
From Cute.com:
Animal Rescue of New Freedom has a cat-care position available immediately; full time and weekends a must.
Duties include caring for cats, sweeping, mopping, washing dishes and litter pans, laundry, etc. Must be able to bend, stretch, and lift.
Those interested in the job should call (717) 993-3232, e-mail bludwig@animalrescueinc.org or stop by the shelter to fill out an application.
Animal Rescue of New Freedom is looking for people to help as volunteers with special events, clinics, mailings, writing thank you's and other "chores."
Volunteers are also needed as soon as possible to help with spay-and-neuter clinic nights, admitting cats for clinic and releasing cats after they are finished. Clinic nights are usually Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings, from 3 p.m. to around 10:30 p.m.
If you are interested in helping, call (717) 993-3232. To learn more about Animal Rescue, visit www.animalrescueinc.org.
RETURNED TO OWNER A male Yorkie named Bosley was lost Oct. 25 in the West York area.
A $500 reward is offered for his safe return.
Rachel in Brogue has five 8-week-old calico kittens she wants gone ASAP. Call (717) 927-6448.
HOKAFI's Pet of the Week is Barney, an approximately 4-year-old Australian shepherd mix who was found as a stray in northern York County.
He may be a bit big, but so is his heart. He is very friendly, likes other dogs, children and people.
Barney is neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on vaccines. The shelter's volunteers have been teaching him basic commands, and he appears to be a quick learner.
Barney appears to be housebroken, and based on his ability to learn and need to please, he should learn house rules rather quickly.
For details, call (717) 697-3377, go to www.helenkrause.org or visit the shelter during adoption hours, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.
Heavenly Paws Animal Shelter's Pet of the Week is a pretty orange female cat, approximately 1½ years old and very affectionate.
For details, call (717) 495-1727, e-mail ann@heavenlypawsshelter.com or visit heavenlypaws.wordpress.com.
RETURNED TO OWNER A black and white tuxedo cat named Jeeves escaped out of an open door at about 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, between Hanna Dry Cleaners and York Township School in Spry.
He is a neutered male, with white feet and belly, black tail, and black on his back and head. He was wearing a red plaid collar with an address tag, and he is microchipped.
(The photo was taken when Jeeves was younger and thinner, but his markings are the same.)
Barack Obama promised his daughters a new puppy. What kind of puppy do you think the Obama family should adopt?
What do you think they should they name it?
Share your thoughts at inyork.com/exchange in the "Just for Fun" section.
Northeast Pekingese Rescue's Pet of the Week is Bear, a neutered 4-year-old black-and-white male Pekingese.
He is housebroken, up-to-date on vaccinations and heartworm-negative. Bear has a happy-go-lucky personality and does well with other small dogs; it's unknown how he reacts to cats. Visit www.nepekerescue.org, call 495-7645, e-mail PekeN2yourheart@aol.com for details.
Photos from Cute.com
Eberton Park, in the 1500 block of West Poplar Avenue, will retain its name but will be made into a dog park and dedicated in memory of Abbey, Toby and Sparkles, former pets of West York Councilwoman Shelly Metzler.
Metzler has donated her monthly council pay of $100 per month to the park project.
People may purchase a five-foot-long picket for $25 in memory of their pets to help pay for the project.
For details, contact Metzler at the borough hall, 1700 W. Philadelphia St., West York, call (717) 846-2071 or e-mail smetzler0725@aol.com.
In addition, Metzler's pay and donations will be used to operate a retired police cruiser to rescue pets during fires. It will be painted pink to distinguish it from other emergency vehicles.
By JOLI HARRINGTON, for the York Daily Record/Sunday News
