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Many factors can make a pet seem “less adoptable&# , from special needs, to age, and even just the color of their fur! Shelters and rescue groups will nominate a very special pet in their care who is waiting for a home. To help find homes for these special pets Petfinder has designated Sept.
At an NYC puppy shelter a few weeks ago, my mind was just about made up when I met Chester – The cutest Lab puppy I’d ever seen. His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. The following is a guest post from Kevin Sloan.
But as I began my search for a new family member at local shelters, I noticed that something was terribly wrong—I couldn’t hold the dogs I was considering adopting for more than 5 minutes before going into a sneezing convulsion. In fact, it has nothing to do with a dog’s fur.
Barth is also writing a second book: Covered in Fur: Lessons Learned Living With Six Dogs. I asked when I called the shelter. The non profit animal shelter that had Rascal was run by a state trooper. Surprisingly, it is also a funny–no, a hilarious–story of readjusting to single life after 25 years in a relationship.
I didn’t have high hopes for Fizzle’s survival, but I called animal control and learned that they had taken Fizzle to a shelter about ten miles away. I gave the shelter a call, expecting to hear the worst. During my six-month visit, Barb’s mother asked me if I could find out what happened to the little dog.
I will provide him/her with food, water, shelter and love. Be sure to check out Christi’s blog, Life in the Fur Lane to see her musings about life as a mom in a very furry, fun-filled home. I will always keep him/her safe. Signed, _ (child’s signature)”. They will have 3 days to respond, otherwise a new winner will be chosen.
This is especially important for pets with black fur, since they are a target for pranksters. As a way to support the cause of pet safety on Halloween and throughout the year at homes and in shelters, Fetch! Don’t let your pet fall victim to Halloween pranks; keep them inside or under supervision during the Halloween season.
Not all dogs were born with lush fur coats that keep off the winter chill. Breeds with very short fur like Chihuahuas, boxers and greyhounds may have a hard time keeping warm, making even brief walks uncomfortable. If you find a lost or stray pet, please call your local animal control or nearest animal shelter. Wipe Those Paws.
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