Monthly Archives: June 2010

Timba likes to hug and snuggle

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Rose Hayes

HOKAFI’s Pet of the Week is Timba, a sweet little calico cat who likes to hug you and snuggle on your shoulder. Her sister, Pumba, is also at the shelter. For details, call 717-697-3377, go to www.helenkrause.org or visit the … Continue reading →

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Kittens available at Heavenly Paws Animal Shelter

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Rose Hayes

Heavenly Paws Animal Shelter has kittens available for adoption. There are two orange males, a female brown tabby with some orange spots and male and female brown tabby kittens. For details, call 717-495-1727, e-mail ann@heavenlypawsshelter.com or visit www.HeavenlyPawsShelter.com.

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Natural Balance recalls dry dog food

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Rose Hayes

Natural Balance Pet Foods of Pacoima, CA, has voluntarily recalled Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food with the “Best By” date of June 17, 2011 (in 5-lb. and 28-lb. bags), because it has the potential to be … Continue reading →

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Help urgently needed with newborn kittens

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Rose Hayes

When a man working on a house in York, PA, entered a back room, a bunch of cats ran out through a hole, leaving behind about a dozen newborn kittens. Help is urgently needed with these little ones. Anyone who … Continue reading →

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Humane League of Lancaster County needs fosters for pit bulls

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Rose Hayes

The Humane League of Lancaster County is in need of foster families for pit bulls. Sometimes the shelter needs foster homes where pit bulls can work on behavioral issues, gain weight, heal from surgeries or socialize, and some just need … Continue reading →

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Animal advocates can win Lilith Fair tickets from ASPCA

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Rose Hayes

This summer, the ASPCA is partnering with Lilith Fair, the one-of-a-kind, touring festival featuring music megastars including Sheryl Crow, Norah Jones, Rihanna, Emmylou Harris and tour co-founder and ASPCA supporter Sarah McLachlan. In the spirit of the tour’s generosity — … Continue reading →

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MD SPCA’s Wine & Wag Happy Hour is June 25

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Rose Hayes

Maryland SPCA‘s first summer Wine & Wag Happy Hour will be 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 25, to celebrate Take Your Dog to Work Day. Only one dog per person, please. The event includes musical sit with your dog, … Continue reading →

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Flyball fun at York Expo Center

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Rose Hayes

More than 400 dogs from seven states will compete in the fast, fun sport of flyball from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 26 and 27, in Memorial Hall West at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle … Continue reading →

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Precious needs a home

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Rose Hayes

A gray-and-white cat named Precious needs to find a new home. She’s an indoor cat, front-declawed and approximately 7 years old. Her current owner said she’s very loving. If you can help, call Noelle at 717-244-7478 or e-mail noelle272@comcast.net.

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Dogfighting DNA database launched this week

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Rose Hayes

From ASPCA: Earlier this week, the ASPCA announced the launch of the nation’s first criminal dog fighting DNA database, known as the Canine CODIS (Combined DNA Index System). Similar to the FBI’s human CODIS — a computerized archive that stores … Continue reading →

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