Look at this gorgeous grin! This dog is absolutely adorable! He looks like the happiest guy in the world. Unfortunately, Pen #136, an adult male pit bull, has somehow landed in an animal control facility. Despite his infectious grin, the fact that he was born a pit bull is a strike against this guy. He really needs someone special to bail him out!
The Shelter thinks that Pen #136 is a 1 year old black and white pit bull who is very playful, active, gentle, and super affectionate!!! He came in as a stray and is available for adoption, rescue or euthanasia beginning April 10th.
If you are interested in adopting Smiley Pen #136, please contact Gwinnett County Animal Control immediately at 770-339-3200.
Gwinnett County Animal Control
884 Winder Hwy (Hwy 29)
Lawrenceville, Ga 30045
or call 770-339-3200
Update 06/02: I am sad to report that Smiley Boy's listing has been removed, and I have not been able to determine his fate. If you are considering adopting a dog, please consider adopting a wonderful smiley pitbull!
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Smiley Boy Needs a Good Home, Lawrenceville, GA
Friday, March 28, 2008
Are You Midnight's Good Luck Charm?
Black cats, like black dogs, are much less likely to be adopted from shelters and pounds. Sadly, many people still associate black cats with "bad luck." Black cats in shelters also often get overlooked in favor of "flashier" cats like Siamese, long-hairs, orangies, Maine Coons, etc. Black cats and "plain jane" tabbies are usually the first to go down in high-kill shelters, who are starting to see a huge influx of cats and kittens as kitten season begins.
This guy really breaks my heart. Midnight looks exactly like my mom's cat, Max. I tried to convince her that Max needed a buddy, but considering the fact that my mom is in Minnesota and Midnight is in Georgia, it just doesn't work. Can you give Midnight a home?
Midnight 08-1259 is a black adult male domestic short-hair cat in desperate need of a new home. He just loves attention! If you can help Midnight, please contact the Lee County Animal Shelter immediately.
Lee County Animal Control
759 Hwy 32 East Leesburg,Georgia
P.O. Box 889
Leesburg, Ga. 31763
Phone: 229-759-6037
dcopeland@lee.ga.us or dmathis@lee.ga.us
Update 6/2: I am thrilled to report that Midnight has been adopted!
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The Devastation of Parvo: Can You Help Save This Pup?
Parvo is an absolutely devastating, highly-contagious viral canine disease. It most often strikes puppies, and typically, those infected with Parvo have only a 50% chance of survival. Puppies and adult dogs are usually vaccinated against Parvo, but shelter pups, who have often never received their puppy shots, are extremely susceptible to this terrible disease.
It is also extremely easy to spread Parvo, and the virus itself is extremely hardy. Most disinfectants don't kill it, and it can live in the environment for five months or longer.
In puppies, the virus usually takes about 7-10 days to incubate, which means that up to a week may pass after exposure before the puppy shows symptoms, or before the pup tests positive for parvo. The first symptoms of Parvo usually include a high fever, lethargy, depression, and loss of appetite. As the disease progresses, symptoms include vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Left untreated, the disease progresses to dehydration, shock and death. For more excellent information about Parvo, please visit the Working Dogs website.
Recently, I received an urgent plea for some pups at the St. Martin Parish Animal Control Facility. Three pups came in, and over the course of just a couple days, their physical health rapidly deteriorated. A kind soul brought the sickly pups to the vet, where they were diagnosed with Parvo. Unfortunately, as of this morning, two of the puppies have died. Their young systems just couldn't beat this devastating disease. One puppy is fighting to survive.
This little girl, 444518, is a baby rottweiler mix, and she's fighting for her life to survive.Given the severity of the disease, the costs for treating the puppies, both the puppies that didn't make it, and the one puppy that is fighting for her life, are going to be enormous.
If you have a few spare dollars, please consider donating it to help offset the costs of treating the pups. Donations can be made to the St. Martin Humane Society. Please note that the donation is for the "parvo pups."All donations are tax deductible.
If you can't donate, please consider cross-posting this plea for help, or please send your prayers and/or good vibes to the one pup fighting for her life.
UPDATE 3/20: I'm very sad to report that the remaining "Parvo pup" has gone over the Bridge. She appeared to be doing a little bet better, and then she was gone. Thank you to anyone who donated, cross-posted, or sent prayers or good thoughts to the sick puppies.
In loving memory of the two babies who didn't make it. May you find love, health, and peace at the Bridge.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
"Mr. Sweet Potato Head" Needs a Special Home, Georgia
"Mr. Sweet Potato Head"
This handsome orange kitty has seen the rougher sides of the street, as evidenced by the scratches on his face. Affectionately nicknamed "Mr. Sweet Potato Head," this guy absolutely loves to be petted! He purrs non-stop! Despite his rough appearance, all "Mr. Sweet Potato Head" wants is someone to love.
"Mr. Sweet Potato Head" is already neutered and up-to-date on shots. This lover-boy is, however, FIV positive, and as such he needs a special home. His FIV-positive status is most likely the result of his life on the streets. It does not have to be a death sentence for him!
Many people, even cat people, shudder at the term "FIV," because often, FIV positive cats are euthanized and never even given a chance for adoption. FIV cats, or cats with Feline Immuno-deficiency Virus, can lead long, happy, healthy lives.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not necessarily mandatory to keep an FIV cat separated from non-infected cats. It is only spread through blood, such as the case of serious puncture wounds.
Here are some facts about FIV from the Best Friends Animal Society:
1. The Feline Immuno-deficiency Virus is a slow virus that affects a cat's immune system over a period of years.
2. FIV is a cat-only disease and cannot be spread to humans or other non-felines.
3. FIV cats most often live long, healthy, and relatively normal lives with no symptoms at all.
4. FIV is not easily passed between cats. It cannot be spread casually - like in litter boxes, water and food bowls, or when snuggling and playing. It is rarely spread from a mother to her kittens.
5. The virus can be spread through blood transfusions, badly infected gums, or serious, penetrating bite wounds. (Bite wounds of this kind are extremely rare, except in free-roaming, unneutered tomcats.)
6. A neutered cat, in a home, is extremely unlikely to infect other cats, if properly introduced.
7. Many vets are not educated about FIV since the virus was only discovered 15 years ago.
8. FIV-positive cats should be kept as healthy as possible. Keep them indoors and free from stress, feed them a high-quality diet, keep and treat any secondary problems as soon as they arise.
Please don't let FIV scare you away from this wonderful kitty! If you are interested in adopting "Mr. Sweet Potato Head," please contact Heard County Animal Control immediately. Because "Mr. Sweet Potato Head" was picked up by animal control, his time is extremely limited!
Heard County Animal Control Center
11818 Ga Hwy 100
Franklin, GA 30217
Phone: 706-675-3570 (Ask for Kaylene)
Email: heardcountyanima@bellsouth.net
Beautiful Brownie is Looking for a New Home, Georgia
Isn't Brownie a knock-out? I don't think I've ever seen a dog that looked like her before. Now Brownie is what I would call a real "designer dog." Brownie is a most likely an Australian Cattle Dog/Labrador Retriever mix. She's about 5 months old, so she is still just a puppy! She gets along well with other dogs, and she loves to play. One of Brownie's favorite past-times is to hang out in the grass and watch the world go by. Are you the special someone Brownie is looking for?
Sadly, Brownie is located at an animal control facility, which means her time is extremely limited! Douglas County Animal Control works hard to save its pets, but resources and space are always limited. Douglas County also recently received a huge influx of pets due to the eviction of a trailer park. If Brownie is not what you are looking for, Douglas County has all sorts of wonderful dogs and cats in need of new homes. If you live in the area, please consider adopting a pet -- you will be saving a life! If you can't adopt or don't live in the area, please consider cross-posting on behalf of these pets.
If you are interested in adopting Brownie or another pet from Douglas County AC, please contact them immediately!
Douglas County Animal Control
1755 County Services Rd.
Douglasville, GA 30134
Phone: 770-942-5961
Fax 770-942-5914
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Isaac is Looking for a Family, Kentucky
Isaac is listed as a young male border collie mix who was picked up as a stray. Although Isaac is listed as a border collie mix, I'd venture to say that he looks much more like a lab/spaniel mix.
Isaac absolutely adores children and gets along well with other dogs. He's just a real sweetie. Unfortunately, however, Isaac's time is extremely limited. He is located at the Bullitt County Animal Shelter in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. Because the shelter is an animal control facility, Isaac's stay is limited due to space constraints. Isaac is scheduled for euthanization on February, 22, 2008.
Isaac would make a perfect dog for a family!
Isaac will be neutered, heartworm tested, and vaccinated prior to going to his new home. His adoption fee is $100.00.
If you are interested in adopting or rescuing Isaac, please call Nancy Barnes 502-543-8686 or email NancyBarnes@windstream.net immediately!
Bullitt County Animal Shelter
545 Old Clermont Rd
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Phone: 502-543-8686
Critical Cats
I manage another site called Critical Cats, hosted by Squidoo. On Saving Lives One at A Time, I feature a variety of pets, including both cats and dogs. I also offer information regarding rescue and adoption of shelter pets, and I offer information regarding interesting ways to help pets in need. The purpose of Critical Cats, however, is solely to promote the adoption of death row cats. Although I obviously cannot post every death row cat urgently waiting adoption, I try to update the site with new cats several times a week.
If you have room in your heart and home for a shelter cat, please consider stopping by Critical Cats to view the profiles of some special death row cats.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Pets in Need: Palm Beach County, Florida
Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control works hard to place all of its pets into loving homes, but it can't do it without your help. If you live in or near Palm Beach County, please consider adopting a shelter pet today.
Here are just a couple of the wonderful pets awaiting adoption at Palm Beach County Animal Control:
A1357486 is an adult male pit bull turned in on 1/8/2008. He is estimated to be about 4 years old.
Update 3/24. This handsome boy's listing has been removed. Unfortunately, I have not been able to determine his fate.
A1200865 is an adult female Rottweiler mix picked up as a stray on 02/09/08. Isn't she gorgeous?
Update 2/25. This gorgeous girl's listing has been removed. Unfortunately, I have not been able to determine her fate.
A1364395 is an adult spayed female orange and white domestic shorthair cat who was turned in by her owners on 2/9/2008. She is estimated by be about 7 years old.
Update 3/24. This gorgeous girl's listing has been removed. Unfortunately, I have not been able to determine her fate.
A1363702 is an adult female spayed white and tabby domestic shorthair cat who was picked up as a stray on 2/6/2008. She is estimated to be about 2 years old.
Update 2/25. This gorgeous girl's listing has been removed. Unfortunately, I have not been able to determine her fate.
The Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control Facility can only hold pets for a limited amount of time, so all of these pets are living on borrowed time. Please adopt or rescue them!
Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control
7100 Belvedere Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33411
(561) 233-1200
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Do You Need a Hunting Buddy? "Bird Dawg" Needs a New Home, Illinois
This handsome fellow, aptly named "Bird Dawg," is a 2 year old male pointer, either a German Shorthair Pointer, or an English Pointer.
"Bird Dawg" is currently impounded by Morgan County Animal Control in Jacksonville, Illinois. Due to space issues, "Bird Dawg's" time is extremely limited. He is scheduled for euthanization on February 19, 2008.
If you are interested in adopting or rescuing "Bird Dawg" please call Lisa Myers at 217-245-4015 or email dogs8@verizon.net immediately!
***WONDERFUL NEWS! 2/15! "BIRD DAWG" WAS ADOPTED!!!***
Morgan County Animal Control
202 W. Oak
Jacksonville, IL 62650
Phone: (217)-245-4015
Email: dogs8@verizon.net
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Tigger Needs a Special Person
Tigger is a very special girl in need of a very special home. Tigger was brought into the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro, New Jersey, when her owner moved.
The staff at the shelter has unfortunately discovered that Tigger has some behavioral issues, and being a pit bull, that reduces her chances of adoption to almost zero.
Tigger tends to be nervous about being handled and suspicious of strangers. These are strong clues that she was not treated very well in her previous life. When she warms up to you, she is sweet and affectionate.
She needs an experienced owner to provide firm, consistent leadership. An adult-only home without other pets would probably be best for Tigger. Professional training is also recommended. If her special person can't be found SOON, Tigger's chances of making it out of the shelter alive are slim to none.
If you think you might be that special someone Tigger is looking for, please contact the Bergen County Animal Shelter immediately! If you have contacts with a Pit Bull rescue, please forward Tigger's information to them.
Bergen County Animal Shelter
100 United Lane
Teterboro, NJ 07608
Phone: 201-229-4600
Fax: 201-440-4358
Email: shelter@co.bergen.nj.us
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Sweet Declawed Tabby Needs A New Home in Georgia
This gorgeous tabby, 20080137, was brought in as a stray. 20080137 is an adult female tabby domestic shorthair in desperate need of a new home. You can definitely tell she used to be owned by someone....she adores attention and she's been declawed and spayed.
20080137 is located at Walton County Animal Control in Monroe, Georgia. Since she is at an animal control facility, time is of the essence! If you are interested in adopting or rescuing 20080137 please call 770-267-1322 immediately!
Walton County Animal Control
1411 S. Madison Ave.
Monroe, GA 30655
Phone: 770-267-1322
Email: wcanimal@monroeaccess.net
Update 2/25. This beautiful kitty's listing has been removed. Unfortunately, I have been unable to determine her fate. :(
I Just Need Somebody to Love! Rome, Georgia
8c113 is a young adult female domestic shorthair in desperate need of a home!
As you can see from her photo, 8c113 just wants someone to pet her! She is rubbing her head on the cage in the hopes that someone will just give her a little love.
8c113 is located at the Floyd County Animal Shelter in Rome, Georgia.
If you are interested in adopting 8c113, please call 706.236.4545 immediately! 8c113's time is extremely limited, so time is of the essence!
Floyd County Animal Control
431 Mathis Road
Rome, GA 30161
P: 706-236-4545
Update 2/25. This sweetie just breaks my heart. All she wanted is for someone to rub her head through the bars of the cage. I am sad to report that her listing has been removed, and I have been unable to determine her fate.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Sweetie Sterling Needs a New Home
Sterling 295162 is an adult male shepherd/catahoula leopard dog mix in desperate need of a new home. Look at those gorgeous eyes and markings! Sterling is located at the Humane Society of Hall County in Gainesville, Georgia.
The Humane Society of Hall County handles animal control in Hall County, Georgia, so Sterling's time is limited.
Sterling's adoption fee is $70.00. All Adult Dogs are checked out by the wellness vet, have a fecal examination, and heart worm test. All pets are also spayed or neutered before adoption.As well as Distemper, Parvo, StrongID, and rabies shots. All adopters are also given a gift certificate for 50% off obedience training at the Lake Lanier Kennel
If you are interested in adopting or rescuing Sterling, please call 770-532-6617 immediately!
Humane Society of Hall County
www.humanesocietyhallcounty.com
845 West Ridge Road
Gainesville, GA 30501
Phone: 770-532-6617
Email: Info@humanesocietyhallcounty.com
Update 6/2: Sadly Sterling's is listed as no longer available, and I have been unable to determine his fate.
Sophie in Georgia Needs a New Home
Sweetie-pie Sophie is listed as a dachshund, miniature pinscher mix. Sophie is a young adult female doggie in desperate need of a new home. Are you the wonderful person Sophie is looking for? Her adoption fee is $75.00 which includes spay/neuter, parvo/distemper vaccine, complete physical exam, and rabies vaccination.
Sophie is located at the Moultrie-Colquitt County Humane Society in Moultrie, GA. The Moultrie-Colquitt County Humane Society also operates as an animal control facility, so Sophie's time is not unlimited. If you are interested in rescuing or adopting Sophie, please email the Humane Society at humanesociety@moultriega.net and give them an email address or phone number where you can be reached.
Moultrie-Colquitt County Humane Society
1412 1st NE
P.O. Box 2915
Moultrie, GA. 31776
Phone: 229-985-5463
Email: humanesociety@moultriega.net
***UPDATE 2/21***SOPHIE HAS BEEN ADOPTED!!!
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Pepper the Pup Needs a Great Buddy, Fulton, MO
Check out those adorable ears! Pepper's eyes say it all -- Won't you please take me home??
Pepper is just a puppy at 5 or 6 months old, so he'd make a great buddy for an energetic family. He is most likely a shepherd/heeler cross who was picked up as a stray with his sibling. Pepper is a very outgoing, social puppy who absolutely adores attention! He gets along well with other dogs, particularly more submissive dogs, and he seems fine with cats.
Unfortunately, Pepper's time is very limited. He is scheduled for euthanization on February 12, 2008. He is currently housed at the Garret Animal Shelter in Fulton, Missouri.
If you can adopt or rescue Pepper, please call Laura Schroer at 573-642-7443 or email smokey4445@sbcglobal.net immediately!
Garrett Animal Shelter
611 East 8th Street
Fulton, MO 65251
Phone: 573-642-7443
***UPDATE 2/20! PEPPER WAS RESCUED AND IS CURRENTLY IN FOSTER CARE AWAITING ADOPTION!***
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Sparkle's Gots Lots of Flair -- Now She Needs a Home
Sweetie-pie Sparkle TCAC087465A is a 5 month old female Shepherd/Pit Bull mix. Someone thought it would be wise to crop her ears at home, leaving her with almost no ears whatsoever. Sparkle doesn't let her odd looks get her down. She has a personality that lives up to her name! She is very friendly and thrives on attention. Despite her great personality, Sparkle's time is very limited. She is scheduled for euthanization on January 31, 2008.
Sparkle is currently located at the Tulare County Animal Shelter in Visalia, California.
The odds are staked against Sparkle...she's a big black dog, she has disfigured ears, and she's a pit bull or pit mix. Can you defy the odds and help Sparkle find a new home? If you can adopt or rescue Sparkle, please contact the shelter at 559-636-3647 immediately!
Tulare County Animal Shelter
14131 Ave 256
Visalia, CA 93292
Phone: 559-636-DOGS
TCanimalshelter@tularehhsa.org
mshanley@tularehhsa.org
****UPDATE 2/1: BEAUTIFUL SPARKLE IS NOW LISTED AS "ADOPTED!" CONGRATULATIONS SPARKLE!!!
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Buddy Needs a Buddy!
Buddy is an adult male chow/collie mix in desperate need of a new home. He loves pets and belly scratches and is looking for someone to love him. Can he be your buddy?
Buddy is currently located at the Belmont County Animal Shelter in St. Clairsville, Ohio.
Sadly, Buddy's time is very limited. He is scheduled to be euthanized on January 25, 2008 because the shelter simply does not have space to house him indefinitely.
If you can adopt or rescue Buddy, please call 740-695-4708 or email bcarl@1st.net immediately!
****GREAT NEWS!!! BUDDY WAS ADOPTED 2/10!****
Belmont County Animal Shelter
45244 National Road West
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Phone: 740-695-4708
Email: bcarl@1st.net
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Now That Her Kittens Have Found Homes, Gwen Is Looking For a Home To Call Her Own
Are you that special someone Gwen is looking for?
Gwen came into Champaign Animal Control with a litter of kittens. Now that she has raised them and seen them all off to new homes, it's her turn.
Gwen is a mature lady of 7 or 8 years, ready for a nice quiet home. She is spayed, up-to-date on shots, dewormed, FeLeuk and FIV negative, microchipped, and litter trained. Her adoption fee is $85.00
Gwen is currently residing at Champaign Animal Control which means her time is limited. If you are interested in adopting Gwen, please call 217-384-3798 as soon as possible.
***GREAT NEWS 2/11!! GWEN HAS BEEN ADOPTED!***
Champaign County Animal Control
210 S. Art Bartell Rd
Urbana, IL 61802
Phone: 217-384-3798
If you have room in your heart and your home, please consider adopting a shelter cat!
