| in
memory |
| In memory of the homeless animals who didn't find a home. |
| May the broken hearts of shelter workers be mended, and may the lost
animals be remembered with love. |
| When you adopt a shelter pet, you save a life! |
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PET
TIPS
SPRING
2003
Warm weather is just around the corner.
Early flowers, budding trees, singing birds, warm air – all very enticing
for the curious pet. No wonder investigation is called for! Expect your little
friend to get as excited with anticipation as you, so take some precautions to
ensure safety and comfort.
 Watch
for pets eager to get out when entering or exiting your house, and alert
those visiting your home to be mindful as well.
Don't let your pet run loose. He
could contract a fatal disease, including rabies, or be injured, killed or
stolen. Be sure there are no open or unscreened windows or doors through which
your pet can fall or jump.
Avoid
allowing your pet into areas you suspect or know have been sprayed with
insecticides or other chemicals, as these chemicals can sicken or kill him.
Animal poison cases increase during the summer when gardens, lawns and trees
are sprayed. Call your veterinarian or The ASPCA
National Animal Poison Control Center (ASPCA/NPACC) immediately if you think
your pet has been poisoned.
Keep a current license and identification
tag on your pet and consider tattooing or microchipping as a means of
permanent identification.
Make
sure your pet's collar is a releasing safety collar to prevent it from
harming or choking your pet should it get stuck on something. And never
restrain a dog or leave him tied up with a choke collar on.
If you have a fenced yard where your
pet plays, check to make sure there is no winter damage that could allow your
pet to get free.
Make sure
vaccinations are current – especially rabies shots – schedule a
visit to your vet to be sure.
Keep your pet's coat groomed to keep
shedding to a tolerable level for both of you.
Supervise your pet's nature calls
– don't allow your cat to use your neighbor's garden as a litterbox and be
sure you clean up after your dog.
Spread
the word to spay or neuter to prevent unwanted litters! The sad fact is,
few new babies will be as fortunate in finding family like you.
 Spring is a new awakening – enjoy it
well with your little friend!
Eddie &
Sophie's mom
we love happy endings!
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