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The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) will waive all late penalties and field enforcement fees for pet owners purchasing or renewing pet licenses between December 1, 2024, and February 28, 2025. Pet owners are required to have a valid pet license and their pet must be spayed/neutered and microchipped if they reside in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. This requirement also applies to residents of cities that contract with the County and have adopted...
Digital Calendars, LLC has Created the DigiCalendar Brand. The intent of DigiCalendar is to eliminate the Traditional Paper Box Calendars - many which end up in landfills. DigiCalendar is programmed for the next 50 years so the need to purchase annual calendars is eliminated. The Digital Dog Calendar is our newest version. Thousands of the most popular Dog Breeds change automatically every day. The Digital Calendar eliminates the biggest problem with the traditional paper box calendar -...
Valentine's Day is February 14 and National Love Your Pet Day is February 20, and there is no better way to celebrate both than with the acclaimed children's book "From the Pocket of an Overcoat" from author and illustrator Robert Vincent. The book also recently celebrated its first book birthday and the thousands across the country this story has touched. Available online at Amazon, bn.com, target.com, and at the book's website, maxbuckles.com as well as select bookstores, "From the Pocket of...
From humanewatch.org One of the most widely shared images of the horror unfolding in Ukraine was that of a man, Andriy Kulik, attempting to console his dog who was paralyzed by fear after a nearby explosion. The image broke the hearts of pet owners everywhere and it was a stark reminder that the devastation of this senseless war is weighing on everyone in Ukraine – even four-legged family members. Many Americans want to help the Ukrainian people in whatever small way they can. For most, that i...
Veterinarians from BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital are issuing a warning for pet owners ahead of Easter, fearing a higher-than-usual uptick in chocolate toxicity cases. BluePearl, which has over 100 pet hospitals across the U.S. that see more than 1.2 pets annually, sees an alarming 321% increase in chocolate toxicity cases on Easter each year. However, according to new data released by the National Confectioners Association, Easter candy sales are expected to be 5-7% higher in 20...
Since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, people have been fleeing the war-torn country, seeking safer shelters. There have been videos and photos of people holding onto their pets amid the war. Along with a network of volunteers, photographer Nick Tadd has been distributing essential supplies and bringing pets to a shelter on Ukraine-Poland border. The group has set up a warehouse at Fredropol where food supplies for animals are stored and get picked up for...
A woman and her dog got trapped in the rain-swollen Los Angeles River Monday, and while the woman was quickly brought to safety, the spooked dog broke free and waded into the rushing river, sparking a dramatic, nearly 90-minute rescue effort. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported the woman and the dog were spotted in the water near the Sepulveda Dam just before 2:15 p.m., according to the department's Margaret Stewart. Crews managed to rescue the woman by about 2:40 p.m., but the dog made...
A disproportionate number of big dogs are among the thousands of healthy, adoptable dogs that don’t make it out of California’s animal shelters each year, simply because they don’t have a safe place to call home. That’s why the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up for the “Live Large – Adopt a Big Dog” campaign now through January 31st to rally residents to step up to adopt or foster dogs 35 lbs. or more. Adoption fees are just $22 at all DACC animal care centers, whic...
TEMECULA (Fox11 News) - Sunny the horse is on his way to safety after he spent days trapped in a ravine. "He's my world I slept with him for two nights and three days to make sure he was safe. He's one of kids," said Sunny's owner Kaity Mialma. Mialma was trail riding the 4-year-old Thoroughbred Wednesday in Lake Skinner View Estates in Temecula when the horse got spooked. "He went up the hill and then came back down again and then went up again and he flipped me off." Mialma jumped on the back...
By Sabine Ganezer If a cat could write a wish list to Santa, they'd probably put down some requests like world domination or a whole ham. But those items aren't necessarily healthy for your cat in the long run. With that in mind, here is a revised wish list of items your cat wants that will enrich their life and your bond. Disclaimer: none of the products mentioned have sponsored or endorsed this article. 12. A delicious meal. There's controversy as to whether dry kibble is truly bad for cats,...
By Sarah Storkin Many homeless people hit the streets along with their pets. Others acquire pets when they are homeless. The animals seemingly don't discriminate on the basis of housing. They are often perfectly happy to live outdoors. But why would people experiencing homelessness want the burden of a pet? Homeless pet owners use their pets to facilitate socialization, says Wikipedia. The pets get their owners out to local vet clinics and parks where they interact with other pet owners. Many...
A mystery group of animal campaigners calling themselves the 'A-team' say they have braved molten lava flows to rescue dogs stranded on La Palma, putting up a sign to declare their mission success (pictured) (AP) A mystery group of animal campaigners calling themselves the 'A-team' say they have braved molten lava flows to rescue dogs stranded on La Palma, Canary Islands. A daring mission using nets flown in by drones had been planned by activists Leales.org to take place in the coming days....
By Sabine Ganezer Ginger Cats Rule: Why Everyone From Winston Churchill to Leif Erickson and Hogwarts Adored Orange Kitties Last week, in honor of the beginning of Halloween month, we featured a few fascinating facts about the flashy black felines that have become icons of the holiday. This week, we're dishing out a sweet celebration of Salem and Bastet's counterparts -- orange, or ginger, cats. While they may have less of an association with Hallow's Eve, ginger kitties fit right in amongst a...
Editor’s note: As Covid (hopefully) ameliorates, people are not spending as much time at home with their pets. Some have chosen to surrender those pets to shelters. Home To Home is a national program that is used among animal shelters and rescues across the United States. They wrote this press release, in conjunction with the LA County Dept of Animal Care and Control. The animals depicted on this page, are not necessarily available for adoption. One of the toughest decisions a pet owner can face is no longer being able to keep their beloved p...
By Sabine Ganezer The Veterans' Affairs Laboratory divisions in Louisville, Cleveland, and right here in Los Angeles are conducting cruel "experiments" on cats and kittens. Healthy animals' spines are snapped, devices are implanted in their bodies to force on-demand bowel movements, constipation is induced with the help of squeezing harnesses; and at the end of the process, any survivors are simply killed. After all, we can't afford to waste taxpayer money on frivolous adoption programs. If the...
The Michelson Found Animals Foundation, Inc. is excited to announce its first ever multi-rescue adoption event, Paws in the Park(ing lot), at Adopt & Shop Culver City on Sunday, March 5 from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is free to the public and will feature a coalition of seven welfare groups including adoptable cats & dogs from Adopt & Shop, Wag & Walks, Angel City Pit Bulls, Downtown Dog Rescue, Stray Cat Alliance, Kitten Rescue and Spay Neuter Project of Los Angeles (SNPLA). Pet adoption fees will be consistent among the seven participating...
Well, Boys and Ghouls, it’s that time again. When dead men walk, banshees scream, and we all prepare to be scared out of our wits. And no - I’m not talking about a presidential debate. I’m talking about Halloween! Young or old, Halloween is a holiday everyone can enjoy. Well, almost everyone. If you have pets, depending on their personality, they may not enjoy it as much as you do. But fear not. We’ve put together five tips to help make your Halloween night a screaming success instead of a barking nightmare. 1. Make Like the Walking Dead. (The...
When Adopt & Shop opened in Culver City last May it became the only nonprofit pet retailer in the state and yet it did so much more. In just one year they've provided nearly 900 pets with homes. Adopt & Shop celebrates its first year in Culver City this Saturday, May 16 from noon to 4 p.m. In addition to pets to play with or adopt the party will include "treats for pets" and people too with an array of food trucks on hand. Giveaways and raffles and games for all Be sure to return on Saturday,...
At Gary Michelson Found Animals, we passionately subscribe to the motto, "Love me; love my pet ", and we know we're in good company. Two-thirds of households in the US have pets - twice the number with kids under the age of 18. So although it can seem difficult to find someone who is right for both you and your pet, the numbers prove they're out there. Here are five tips to help you find them. 1. Be Transparent. Include your pet in one of your profile pictures and include activities with your...
The month of February is all about love. Whether you are waiting for Cupid to strike or have already met your match, we all want to look our best on Valentine's Day. And this should be no different for your furry best friends! Adopt & Shop Culver City offers a wide variety of grooming services for the beauty and well-being of your pets. This February, Adopt & Shop is offering 15% off all grooming services for that special pet in your life. And we are pleased to introduce you to our groomer Lisa,...
'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the shelter, The Twelve Pets of Christmas were in need of a helper. For although these Twelve Pets have so much to offer, These groups are ignored when it comes to adopters. Group One is adult cats, aged nine months and up. Why adopt only kittens? They're cute, but grow up! Fully grown cats need forever homes too, Could one of these cats make its new home with you? The next group of pets (and this one astounds): Big, lovable dogs weighing...
With the holidays just around the corner, many of us will be spending the coming weeks shopping for that PERFECT gift for our loved ones and family. And as we at Adopt & Shop know, our four-legged furry friends are truly a part of the family too! We are excited to share some of our favorite gift items for dogs and cats this holiday season, and promise they will keep their tails wagging and make their holiday wishes come true. For your canine companions, an Adopt & Shop favorite is the Planet...
Tis’ the season for family, friends and food! There’s just something about family and friends gathering that gets everyone in the holiday spirit, including the furry members of the family. For many of us Thanksgiving is as all about the food – and who can blame our pets for wanting to share in the feast? The aroma of the turkey roasting in the oven will get any dog or cat begging to partake in the big dinner. However, sharing “people food” is not always healthy for our animal companions. Pet parents should take into consideration the following...
