Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pets. Show all posts

Holiday Pet Food Drive to benefit the Seattle Area Feline Rescue

Monday, November 19, 2018

Cats Exclusive Veterinary Center in Shoreline is holding its annual pet food drive from now through December 22, 2018.

During this season of giving please include on your list those pets in need.

The Seattle Area Feline Rescue is a local non-profit shelter, located in Shoreline, helping homeless cats and kittens find new homes.

Bring in cat food of any kind and help fill the collection barrel located in the lobby of Cats Exclusive.

For each pound donated now through December 22nd, Cats Exclusive will match your donation, pound for pound.

Cats Exclusive Veterinary Center, 19203 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133, 206-546-2287



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Seattle Humane to take in pets from California shelters

Sunday, November 18, 2018

Rescuing pets after California wildfires
Photo credit Yahoo.com


Seattle Humane is prepared to take in up to 300 pets from shelters in California following the devastating wildfires that have left families and their pets stranded.

In partnership with ASPCA-Los Angeles and Best Friends Animal Society-Los Angeles, Seattle Humane will receive animals from several flights over the next month.

This is an effort to relieve overcrowding in California shelters and open up space and resources for pets displaced by the fires, and for those in need of temporary housing.

Seattle Humane will not take in pets separated from their owners in the disaster.

Seattle Humane will begin transporting dogs, cats, kittens and puppies to the shelter in Bellevue next week where they will be placed for adoption.

The organization is asking for donations to help transfer, care for, treat and place animals who come from the regions affected by wildfire. Monetary donations to support the effort can be made through the Life-Saver Rescue Fund.



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Found: pig

Thursday, November 8, 2018

Photo by Elizabeth Bauerle
A group of good Samaritans spent some time Thursday morning around 10am chasing a small, brown pig that was out on the streets at NE 185th and 10th NE in Shoreline.

They managed to corner it in the yard next to A Place for Kids preschool, then locked it in the preschool playground (no preschoolers were in the playground).

After a few hours, and a lot of comments on social media, no one came forward to claim the pig, so he was picked up by Animal Control.

A reader who helped with the chase was told by Animal Control that Pig would be taken to the shelter in Kent.

11-9-18 Updated shelter information 




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Pet safety tips for Halloween from Seattle Humane

Monday, October 29, 2018

Mei
Photo by Carl Dinse
Seattle Humane shares tips to help keep furry family members safe

Halloween can be a festive and fun time of year for children and families, but for pets, it can be stressful and even dangerous. Seattle Humane provides these tips to help keep your furry family members safe:

KEEP PET COSTUMES SAFE
Costumes that impair your pet’s vision, hearing, or mobility, or costumes that are too tight or too loose can be uncomfortable for your pet. The elastic in costumes can restrict circulation, loose-fitting costumes can become tangled and small, dangling pieces can create a choking hazard. Make sure that your pet has as much fun playing dress up as you do. A decorative collar is always a great alternative!

• KEEP YOUR PET INSIDE
Keep your companion animals in a room away from the front door when trick-or-treaters are visiting. It is too easy for them to be frightened by the goblins and slip out the door.

• UPDATE IDENTIFICATION
This is the perfect time to make sure your pet is microchipped and wearing up-to-date identification. Most veterinarians and shelters offer microchipping. If your pet is already microchipped, be sure the company has your current address and phone numbers.
**Walk-in appointments available daily from 2-4 p.m. for microchipping in Seattle Humane's veterinary clinic.

• FEED TREATS MADE FOR PETS
Chocolate and other seemingly harmless ingredients can be poisonous to dogs and cats, so keep them out of reach. Dispose of the wrappers where pets can’t get to them to avoid choking and explain to your children why Fluffy can’t share their treats.

• DECORATE WITH CAUTION
Tail wagging is a good thing – unless it’s done around a lit candle! Keep candles and lit jack-o-lanterns at a height where your pets can’t knock them over or get burned. By following these helpful tips, Halloween can be a fun and safe holiday for pets and people alike.

• BE PREPARED FOR EMERGENCIES
Be prepared in case your pet ingests chocolate or xylitol-sweetened candy. Know the nearest emergency animal hospital. Contact the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 for immediate help.

Animal Medical Center of Seattle (AMCS) (in Shoreline!) is a fully staffed, veterinarian owned, 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital located in Shoreline at 14810 15th Avenue NE, Suite B, Shoreline 98155.

Phone 206-204-3366 to give them a heads-up that you are coming and what the problem is.



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Seattle Animal Shelter will have tips for caring for your pet

Friday, September 14, 2018

Bella is the Senior Center mascot
besides being a Seahawks fan
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 from 10:30 - 11:30am at the Shoreline-Lake Forest Park Senior Center, 18560 1st Ave NE, Marilyn Andrews of the Seattle Animal Shelter will be on hand to:

  • Provide tips on caring for your pet
  • Understanding the needs of an aging pet
  • Share information regarding their Pet Loss Support Group

And - they will have a few adoptable pets on hand!



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Seattle Humane Seniors for Seniors week - Pet Guardian Program

Tuesday, August 21, 2018


Looking for a mature, easy-going pet to match your lifestyle? In honor of Senior Citizens Day on August 26, Seattle Humane is waiving adoption fees on all senior pets ages 7 and up, for people ages 60 and up, all week long! 

While senior pets may not be as active as their younger counterparts, they offer plenty of love and appreciation. With their relaxed temperament, senior pets make perfect relaxation buddies! Come by Seattle Humane August 20-26 to find your perfect match. See adoptable pets here.

Many seniors hold off on getting a pet because they are worried about who will care for them if they can’t. 

Seattle Humane’s Pet Guardian Program provides a service for those who wish to entrust their companion animals to the organization in the event of their incapacity or death. An individual or family can enroll as members in the program.

This membership covers up to five cats, dogs and small critters; remains in effect during the lifetime of the enrollee; and includes any animals they own at the time. Click here to learn more about Seattle Humane’s Pet Guardian Program and planned legacy opportunities.

Seattle Humane is located in Bellevue at 13212 SE Eastgate Way near the junction of I-90 and I-405. Seattle Humane is open seven days a week, from 11am to 8pm Thursday - Saturday, and 11am to 6pm Sunday - Wednesday.

All Seattle Humane pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated.



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Shoreline Veterinary Hospital will host its grand opening Saturday

Thursday, July 5, 2018

Dr. Sharon Peery and Dr. Lacey Wilson are opening
the Shoreline Veterinary Hospital in Ballinger Terrace

The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening of Shoreline Veterinary Hospital on Saturday, July 7 at 10:00am.

Co-owners and veterinarians Dr. Lacey Wilson and Dr. Sharon Peery have found the new full-service hospital its home in Ballinger Village, located at 20222 Ballinger Way NE in Shoreline, next door to Seattle Sun Tan and HairMasters.

The grand opening event will take place between 10:00am and 2:00pm and will feature raffles and refreshments, as well as a chance to meet Dr. Wilson and Dr. Peery themselves!

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital is open Monday through Friday 9:00am-6:00pm, and Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm. For more information on the hospital or the grand opening event, call 206-829-9772 or email shorelinevethospital@gmail.com.

Shoreline Veterinary Hospital is a full-service practice offering high-quality, customized veterinary care for dogs and cats of all ages, with a menu of services including allergy testing, nutritional counseling, and soft-tissue surgery.



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Under the Sea Pet Parade July 14 in Lake Forest Park

Wednesday, July 4, 2018



Pet Parade – Under the Sea!
July 14, 2018 – 10:00am to 1:00pm

The theme of this year's Pet Parade is Under the Sea! The parade will start at LFP City Hall 17425 Ballinger Way NE and end at Pfingst Animal Acres Park, where there will be a community celebration with prizes for the best costumes, giveaways galore, music, and booths for you and your pet to enjoy!

The event is hosted by the City of Lake Forest Park and is free.

Some of the 2017 participants
Photo by John Wright
Super Pets and Heroes Costume
Contest Categories:
  • Big Dog
  • Small Dog
  • Parade Float
  • Family
  • Non-Dog (i.e. hamster, fish, cat)
Here are the rules:
  • Only motorized or battery-operated vehicles assisting disabled persons will be allowed in the parade.
  • All animals are invited but must be under control at all times.
  • Participants should bring water for their pets and pick up after them!
  • All judges’ decisions on awarding winners are final.
  • No commercial entries or politicking will be allowed.
To watch the parade, bring a chair and watch on Brookside Blvd NE between NE 178th St and 44th Ave NE.

Questions? Contact the Community Volunteer Coordinator by phone (206-957-2814) or email (croche@cityoflfp.com).

Time Details:
  • Parade lineup will begin at 9:15am 
  • City Hall Costume Contest Judging will begin at 9:45am
  • Parade Marching will start at 10:00am 
  • Animal Acres Park Community Celebration will be from ~10:30am to 1:00pm


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Free nail trim for dogs and cats at Aegis Living of Shoreline June 12

Saturday, May 26, 2018

Bring your dogs and cats to Aegis Living of Shoreline on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at 1pm for a free nail trim.

RSVP to Shoreline.concierge@aegisliving.com or 206-367-6700.


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Seattle Humane takes in 154 dogs and cats from Puerto Rico

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Seattle Humane is taking in dogs and cats
from disaster areas
Seattle Humane received 154 animals from Puerto Rico Sunday night from shelters desperate to relieve overcrowding following Hurricane Irma.

This is Seattle Humane's sixth transfer in an effort to open up space and resources in shelters following a series of hurricanes that devastated Texas and Puerto Rico.

The dogs and cats will be transported on a commercial flight organized by the Humane Society of the United States.

Seattle Humane offered to help when they received word that no other organizations in the southern United States had the capacity to take in more animals.

The flight was to arrive at the Boeing Field International Airport between 10 -11pm Sunday evening where Seattle Humane staff and volunteers planned to work around the clock to receive the animals and make them available for adoption following medical examinations and behavior assessments.

One of the dogs on the flight was surrendered to a shelter in Puerto Rico by a man who refused to leave his destroyed home until his dog had a safe place to go. The Humane Society of the United States and Seattle Humane coordinated to transfer the dog to Seattle where the man's family members who live in the area will look after the dog until he finds a new residence.

Seattle Humane's Life-Saver Rescue team is still bringing in dozens of pets weekly from overcrowded Washington shelters and beyond where they've run out of space or resources. On Saturday Seattle Humane staff drove to Eugene, OR to receive pets who couldn't go to California shelters due to wild fire devastation in the region.

This transfer has been made possible thanks to contributions to Seattle Humane's Disaster Fund. Monetary donations to support the shelter's continued efforts can be made through the Seattle Humane Disaster Fund.




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Lake Forest Park partners with King County for pet licensing and animal control

Monday, October 23, 2017

The City of Lake Forest Park contracts with Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) for animal control and pet licensing services.

While police officers will always respond to complaints or issues involving domestic animals, RASKC is responsible for follow-up and investigations.

In order to pay for these services, pet licensing fees are diverted to the City to help offset the overall cost to our taxpayers.

Did you know licensing your pet is required by law for all dogs and cats over eight weeks old? Licensing your pet also helps to fund the life-saving work that RASKC performs. Each year, RASKC gives thousands of animals a second chance by providing quality care while at the pet adoption center.

For pets, getting lost is a frightening experience. With a current pet license from Regional Animal Services of King County, your cat or dog can easily be returned to you.

In addition, for those that have strayed off for the first time, your pet may receive a free ride home prior to being impounded at the shelter. Licensing your pet is easy, you can go online, go in person to the many locations in King County, or you can send the application via email.

For more information, click here to go to the City’s Pet Licensing page.



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Seattle Humane housing Texas pets to make room for storm-displaced animals

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Photo courtesy Seattle Humane
Seattle Humane is prepared to take in up to 300 pets (200 cats/100 dogs) from animal rescue organizations in Texas following Hurricane Harvey that left thousands of families and their pets stranded.

This effort is to relieve overcrowding and open up space and resources for pets displaced by the storm, and for those in need of temporary housing while their owners reside in evacuation shelters.

Seattle Humane will not take in pets separated from their owners in the disaster.

Wings of Rescue will transport shelter pets from Texas to Boeing Field on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at 2:45pm where Seattle Humane staff and volunteers, along with several other local shelters, will be waiting to receive the animals.

LifeSaver rescue vehicles transport pets to Seattle Humane
Photo courtesy Seattle Humane

The Seattle Humane team will transport pets to our shelter in Bellevue where they will be placed for adoption. This is the first of several expected flights to Seattle to help shelters that are directly housing displaced pets outside of Houston.

Seattle Humane is organizing an emergency foster care orientation for prospective volunteers who can temporarily house pets currently in our care to create more space for animals flying in from Texas.  Email for more information.



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Photos: Pet Parade in Lake Forest Park

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Parade entries lined up in the shade
Photo by John Wright

The first annual Pet Parade in Lake Forest Park was a great success with pets (primarily dogs) and owners getting into the spirit with costumes reflecting the Super Hero theme.

Photo by John Wright

Saturday, July 29, 2017, the festivities started in front of City Hall and Lake Forest Park, then proceeded to Animal Acres Park for awarding of prizes. 

Photo by John Wright


Booths lined the park. There was a fountain and a swimming pool for the dogs and water and shaved ice for the humans. A food truck sold - what else? - hot dogs.

Photo by John Wright

Shaved ice was very popular
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Throw the poop in the trash game
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Photo by Jerry Pickard
Princess was a prizewinner
Photo by John Wright

Prizewinner!
Photo by John Wright

Mud Bay had free dog treats
Photo by John Wright

And last, but not least, the canine corps was on duty.

Photo by John Wright



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Lake Forest Park goes to the dogs - and three cats

Patriotic Pooch
Photo by John Wright


Councilmember Phillippa Kassover and friend
Photo by John Wright
Councilmember John Wright reports that "Lake Forest Park's first-ever Pet Parade is now in the history books, and it was a great one!


"Mayor Jeff Johnson, Deputy Mayor Catherine Stanford, and Councilmembers John Resha, Semra Riddle, and Phillippa Kassover joined the celebration with the community.


"Special Thanks to Cory Roche, Captain Paul Armbrust, and LFP Staff for making this inaugural event a great success!"


Most of the pets in the parade were dogs - but there were three cats, who wisely stayed in their cages.




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Regional Animal Services going door to door in Kenmore

Monday, March 27, 2017

You can't see me...
Pet license outreach and education program April through October

Working with partner cities, staff from Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) will be going door to door on weekends starting April 1 to inform residents about the benefits of pet licensing and ensure that pets are properly licensed.

All cats and dogs eight weeks or older in the RASKC service area are required to be licensed with King County.

Pet licensing representatives will visit neighborhoods in Kenmore through October.

If a representative finds an unlicensed pet, they will not issue a citation. Instead, they will provide a free temporary license, which provides pet owners time to purchase a permanent license. They will not ask for payment at the door.

More information here.



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Use for left over pet medications

Friday, February 3, 2017

By Vicki Michels

Recently I had to put down an elderly cat, who had some medical problems. I realized there were several kitty meds that I still had, with remaining unused pills, liquids, supplements.

How to dispose of them? Liquids down the drain? Solids in garbage? Neither of those solutions sounded very earth-friendly. So I phoned my local veterinarian.

I discovered that every veterinarian I phoned had the same information.  

When one has any kind of surplus medication for a pet, TAKE IT TO A VETERINARY CLINIC.  

They will look carefully at the item. If it is still useful, they will donate it to a pet shelter. One even mentioned that they can sometimes give it to another client who is too poor to pay for what their animal needs.

When any medicine or chemical is expired or not useful, they will dispose of it in the safest way. There is no charge for this. They are most happy to have them! Fluffy and Spike will thank you.

And please also bring them any "sharps" (e.g., hypodermic needles used for insulin) or other things like splints and braces. Many also will gratefully accept old blankets and towels, because sick animals can be pretty messy. 

The clinics I talked to are:

    Cats Exclusive
    19203 Aurora Ave. N. (98133)

    Cat Hospital
    14810 - 15th Ave. N.E. (98155)
    206-204-3366

    Lake Forest Park Animal Hospital
    6815 Bothell Way N.E. (98155)



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Top Ten Names for dogs and cats in King County

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Adopt him from PAWS and name him Max

From Regional Animal Service of King County

It’s that time of year again when kids everywhere plead for a new furry friend. If this is the year you believe they’re ready for the responsibility, then you may need help naming it, and you might be wondering how to keep it safe.

The Regional Animal Service of King County (RASKC) and Metropolitan King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn are teaming up again to bring you answers!

“Licensing your pet not only helps to protect your pet if it ever becomes lost, it also helps fund the life-saving work of Regional Animal Services of King County,” said Dunn. “Our pet registry awareness efforts contributed to a 10 percent spike in animal registrations last year. I’m hoping to see similar results this year”

RASKC serves nearly one million residents living in 25 cities and unincorporated communities throughout King County. This year’s top ten pet names came from more than 27,000 pets that were registered in King County.

RASKC has a shelter in Renton, but Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, and Kenmore contract with PAWS in Lynnwood for shelter services. If your pet is missing, contact PAWS.

Pet licenses are sold at city halls and the Shoreline District courthouse.

The Top Ten Names for dogs and cats in King County



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Shoreline business owner creates winning Girl Scout cookie dog biscuit

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

And the winner is ... the "Wagalong," a dog-friendly visual clone of the famous Tagalong Girl Scout Cookie.

Created by Shoreline resident Dawn Ford of The Seattle Barkery, (see previous article) Wagalongs are featured in a Dog Cookie Recipe Cookbook resulting from a month-long contest sponsored by Seattle Humane and Girl Scouts of Western Washington.

"Since dogs can’t eat real Girl Scout Cookies - but we’re pretty sure they wish they could - we created this contest as a fun way to share the Girl Scout Cookie love while spreading an important message about pet adoption," says Stefanie Ellis, Public Relations Director of the Girl Scouts of Western Washington.

Wagalongs dog cookies
Created by Dawn Ford of the Seattle Barkery
According to Laura Follis, Media Relations Specialist at Seattle Humane, the contest shines a spotlight on the close partnership between the two organizations.

"We gave shelter tours to 56 Girl Scout troops last year and they each came with donations to benefit Seattle Humane, including cookie money, hand-made blankets and toys, and bags of food from pet food drives."

Pet, food and lifestyle bloggers were invited to enter dog cookie recipes - adhering to dog-safe ingredient guidelines - and were told "the more recipes look like Girl Scout Cookies, the more you’ll make us smile!"
Dog-si-dogs took second place

Second place went to "Dog-si-Dogs" by Renee Valenti of Reflections Remembered, and third place went to "Pumpkin and Carob Dog Cookies" by Leslie Johnson of Chasing Rabbits Dog Bakery.

The Grand Prize was a $100 gift certificate, basket of pet-related items and apparel from Seattle Humane, a Mud Bay gift certificate, and Girl Scout Cookies.

Second and third place entries won Seattle Humane apparel and Girl Scout Cookies.

Download the Dog Cookie Recipe Cookbook for free.



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Pets around town: watching traffic at The Nile

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Photo by Jerry Pickard

Micky Mcmitchell and Harley were actually "over the fence" at The Nile for the Bluegrass on the Green festival.


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Forgotten Felines will have kittens for adoption at Aurora Village Petco Saturday

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Forgotten Felines will be having another adoption event this Saturday the 13th from 10-2pm at the Aurora Village Petco.  

Since it's Catober, we have reduced our fees to $65 for any kitty over 4 months.  Kittens under 4 months are $100.  

There will also be a food drive and fundraiser to help us rescue and support even more homeless kittens and cats.


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