Monthly Archives: December 2008

New Year’s resolutions for dogs

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

I will not play tug-of-war with Dad’s underwear when he’s on the toilet. I’ll remember that the garbage collector is NOT stealing our stuff. I do not need to suddenly stand straight up when I’m lying under the coffee table. … Continue reading →

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Low-cost vaccine clinics at Petco

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Luv My Pet offers low-cost vaccinations several times a month at Petco. There are several packages available, including: Luv My Puppy Pack, 6-in-1 (DH4LP + parvo), corona, bordetella and dewormer for hookworms and roundworms, $49. Luv My Dog Pack, rabies, … Continue reading →

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Spay-neuter clinic at Antietam Humane Society

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

The Antietam Humane Society will be holding its first low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats Sunday, Jan, 25. Appointments are required. Cats should be brought to Antietam Humane Society, 8513 Lyons Road, Waynesboro, PA, by 8 a.m. Cost for a male … Continue reading →

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LOST: Beige & white cat

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

A beige & white cat named Sebastian was lost Oct. 24 in the Leader Heights area. He is a neutered inside/outside cat, very sweet. Sebastian has a distinctive gray patch on his right hip area (it looks like dirt). He … Continue reading →

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Best cities for dogs

Posted on December 30, 2008 by Rose Hayes

According to Men’s Health magazine, the following are the best cities for dogs: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Portland, Oregon 3. Albuquerque, New Mexico 4. Tucson, Arizona 5. Seattle, Washington 6. Denver, Colorado 7. Austin, Texas 8. San Francisco, California 9. … Continue reading →

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Ferals, strays & wildlife

Posted on December 27, 2008 by Rose Hayes

STRAY OR FERAL ANIMALS The following groups offer help with stray of feral animals or wildlife: Alley Cat Allies www.alleycat.org CPAA Trap Neuter Return (TNR) Support Central Pennsylvania Animal Alliance provides humane traps for use with any feral or stray … Continue reading →

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Annie needs the basics

Posted on December 27, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Animal Rescue’s Pet of the Week is Annie, a sweet girl who came from a puppy mill. She is a shih tzu possibly mixed with dachshund, since she has short, stubby legs and a longer body. Annie is going to … Continue reading →

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Natural dog treat recipe

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From petloverstips.com: This all natural dog biscuit recipe is simple to make, and can even be put together by kids and adults. Preheat oven to 350ºF. ¼ cup of carrots 3 cups of finely chopped parsley ¼ cup of finely … Continue reading →

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HSUS offers online courses

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Humane Society University offers online classes on diverse topics, including advocacy, animal behavior and caregiving, humane education, leadership development and shelter management, and humane law enforcement. Find out more at www.humanesocietyu.org.

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A Rescue Cat’s Christmas Poem

Posted on December 24, 2008 by Rose Hayes

‘Tis the night before Christmas and all through the town, Every shelter is full – we are lost, but not found, Our numbers are hung on our cages so bare, We hope every minute that someone will care, They’ll come … Continue reading →

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