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HAPPY TAILS Doree, a one-year old Shih Tzu/Lhasa Apso mix, had been living the life of a pampered "only child" when her mom and dad, Yvonne and Curtis Donaldson, started looking for a second pet. "Doree needed a friend," Yvonne said. "She has a lot of energy and needs someone to play with -- we can’t keep up with her!" Using an Internet search engine, Yvonne and Curtis found PETS 911 (www.PETS911.com) and began checking the site frequently to find the perfect addition to their family. One afternoon, Yvonne saw a listing for a 9-month old Shih Tzu mix at the local animal control shelter, with his adoption availability listed as the next morning. Yvonne knew from her past adoption experience that if she wanted this little puppy, she would first need to obtain his kennel number from the shelter. Yvonne hopped into her car and rushed to the shelter, which was located 45 minutes away. "I arrived a few minutes before they closed," Yvonne said. "When I saw him, I just knew he would be perfect. He was so tiny and so scared, I couldn’t have not gone back to get him." The next morning, Yvonne and Curtis took Doree with them when they went back to the shelter. Doree was initially standoffish with the young Shih Tzu mix, but since there were no signs of aggression, Yvonne and Curtis were hopeful that they would get along. They adopted the pup on the spot, naming him "Fergus" to reflect Curtis’ Scottish background. Doree took her time warming up to her new sibling, but was soon sharing the same food and water – a true sign of acceptance! The one remaining challenge was sharing human attention, which was remedied with additional training. The blended family was now complete. Yvonne summed up the joy brought by their newest family member, "We can’t imagine life without Fergus. He and Doree make life more enjoyable -- and a lot more interesting." Editor’s Note: In this season of giving, we wish to thank everyone who has given a lost pet a new home! |
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THE BEST GIFT YOU CAN GIVE: ADOPT YOUR NEW PET AFTER THE HOLIDAYS The following article is from a PETS 911 partner, The Humane Society of the United States. We hope you’ll share this message with your friends and family: "… Instead of buying a puppy or kitten as a gift, consider waiting to adopt a pet after the holidays. You could even build some excitement for a post-holiday adoption. You could give a loved one a "gift certificate" from a local shelter, or a snapshot of a shelter pet, or even a stuffed animal representing a shelter pet—all which can be used as "passports" to adopt an animal later. You could also wrap up some useful pet supplies — a dog bowl, a cat collar, a scratching post, or an exercise wheel for a hamster or gerbil (animals that are popular during the holidays)—and give those as "passports" as well…" Read more at the HSUS website. |
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KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON As you enjoy the spirit of the season, please keep in mind that many of the holiday decorations and related items may be dangerous for your pets. Please beware of:
Also, we also encourage you to recycle your Christmas tree. To find out how, when and where, visit our sister site, www.Earth911.org or call 1-877-Earth911. |
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PUPPY TIPS FROM K9 ADVANTIX Up until the time they are about 6 months old, puppies need more protein and fat than adult dogs. With their tender digestive systems, they need highly digestible food. Make sure to buy a food specifically for puppies. For more puppy tips from grooming to exercise, courtesy of K9 Advantix, click here. |
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FUN FACTS AND HAIRY HUMOR Christmas Dog by Shel Silverstein Tonight's my first night as a watchdog, |
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American Humane Association's National Emergency Management Summit
The Humane Society of the United States: Animal Care Expo 2006