While perusing the collars in PetSmart, I spotted a lady with a beautiful Collie. The dog was bouncing around in the aisle, extremely excited to out and about. I walked over to admire the dog but was dismayed to see the lady was looking at choke collars.
Her dog was a handful so I could understand the desire to get him under control. I tried to sound helpful instead of bossy when I informed her I had great success with the no-pull harness hanging across the aisle. It was not a lie. My Dalmatian was notorious for pulling on walkies. Place a no-pull harness on her, though, and the pulling stopped.
Fortunately, a PetSmart trainer approached us. I left her with the trainer. I really hope she purchased the no-pull harness. I hate choke collars.
If you are using one, please consider other options. In my opinion, choke collars are not humane. Most people do not even know how to properly put on the collar. Do you really want to take a risk of accidentally choking the dog? Other options are available if you look around.
Rescue Mommy
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
Adoption Fair and Pet Carnaval
As I mentioned, the fall adoption event and pet carnival was this past weekend. Gracie and I dropped by on Saturday. Several adoption groups were there.
I was struck by the variety of breeds available. I suspect some people think only mutts are available for adoption. While you could certainly find plenty of them, I also spotted several distinct breeds: boxers, Yorkshire terriers, Shih tzu, Jack Russell terrier, et cetera. You could take your pick.
I know some people may want a specific breed. I strongly encourage you to consider a visit to a shelter or rescue group if you are one of those people. Also, go to petfinder.com. You can enter the name of any breed, and the search engine will give you results for available pets in your area.
That is what I did with Gracie. I knew I wanted a Jack Russell. The search generated three in the area. Two had already been adopted, but Gracie was still available.
Please consider adoption as an option for adding a new friend to your family.
Rescue Mommy
I was struck by the variety of breeds available. I suspect some people think only mutts are available for adoption. While you could certainly find plenty of them, I also spotted several distinct breeds: boxers, Yorkshire terriers, Shih tzu, Jack Russell terrier, et cetera. You could take your pick.
I know some people may want a specific breed. I strongly encourage you to consider a visit to a shelter or rescue group if you are one of those people. Also, go to petfinder.com. You can enter the name of any breed, and the search engine will give you results for available pets in your area.
That is what I did with Gracie. I knew I wanted a Jack Russell. The search generated three in the area. Two had already been adopted, but Gracie was still available.
Please consider adoption as an option for adding a new friend to your family.
Rescue Mommy
Friday, September 9, 2011
Pet Carnival and Mega Adoption Event This Weekend
Visit PetSmart on Bleachery Boulevard in Asheville on Saturday, September 10 and Sunday, September 11, for the big fall adoption event. Over 100 dogs, cats, kittens, and puppies will be available for adoption from various rescue groups such as Brother Wolf, Asheville Humane Society, Animal Compassion Network, and several county shelters. A few breed rescue groups will be there too.
The event offers something for everyone. You can have your pet microchipped for $10, courtesy of Banfield. The American Red Cross will offer pet first aid demonstrations. Raffles will be held. Several informational booths will be available.
The event hours are 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The event is sponsored by Brother Wolf Animal Rescue and PetSmart Charities. See Brother Wolf's website at bwar.org for more information.
Rescue Mommy
The event offers something for everyone. You can have your pet microchipped for $10, courtesy of Banfield. The American Red Cross will offer pet first aid demonstrations. Raffles will be held. Several informational booths will be available.
The event hours are 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. The event is sponsored by Brother Wolf Animal Rescue and PetSmart Charities. See Brother Wolf's website at bwar.org for more information.
Rescue Mommy
Puppies Behind Bars
In Wednesday’s post, I told you about a program the NC Department of Corrections’ has established for training shelter dogs. Another program, called Puppies Behind Bars, also works with inmates. In this program, inmates train service dogs and explosive detection dogs. Here is the link: http://www.puppiesbehindbars.com/
I first learned about the organization a few years ago. A dog from the program was given to a veteran who had severe post-traumatic stress disorder. The dog gave him back his life. It was truly inspiring.
If you go to the “In the News” section on their website, you can watch videos and read stories about the program. It is well worth perusing; the organization is doing great things.
Rescue Mommy
I first learned about the organization a few years ago. A dog from the program was given to a veteran who had severe post-traumatic stress disorder. The dog gave him back his life. It was truly inspiring.
If you go to the “In the News” section on their website, you can watch videos and read stories about the program. It is well worth perusing; the organization is doing great things.
Rescue Mommy
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
New Leash on Life
The North Carolina Department of Corrections allows animal shelters and rescue groups to partner with selected minimum and medium security facilities in a program called “New Leash on Life.” The program helps both the inmate and the dog. The dog learns basic obedience skills. As the organization’s website states, the inmate “gets the chance to serve the community” by helping the dog acquire these skills.
I think this program is just wonderful. Here is a link to the website if you would like more information:
http://www.doc.state.nc.us/dop/program/leash.htm
According to the site, the adoption rate is 92.3 percent. How fantastic is that?
Rescue Mommy
I think this program is just wonderful. Here is a link to the website if you would like more information:
http://www.doc.state.nc.us/dop/program/leash.htm
According to the site, the adoption rate is 92.3 percent. How fantastic is that?
Rescue Mommy
Monday, September 5, 2011
National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
Search-and-rescue dogs work tirelessly to help us humans. They search for a lost child or find survivors after a disaster. These dogs are as dedicated as the heroic police officers, firefighters, and other first responders.
I first learned of the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation last week while surfing CNN’s website. Here is the link:
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/01/cnnheroes.melville.search.dogs/index.html?hpt=hp_t2
Ms. Wilma Melville founded the organization after the terrible tragedy in Oklahoma City. According to the Foundation’s website, she wanted to find a better way to train more disaster response teams. The approach at the time was costly in both time and money.
Ninety percent of the foundations dogs come from shelters. How fantastic is that?
If you would like more information besides the CNN story, here is the organization’s link: http://www.searchdogfoundation.org/.
Rescue Mommy
I first learned of the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation last week while surfing CNN’s website. Here is the link:
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/09/01/cnnheroes.melville.search.dogs/index.html?hpt=hp_t2
Ms. Wilma Melville founded the organization after the terrible tragedy in Oklahoma City. According to the Foundation’s website, she wanted to find a better way to train more disaster response teams. The approach at the time was costly in both time and money.
Ninety percent of the foundations dogs come from shelters. How fantastic is that?
If you would like more information besides the CNN story, here is the organization’s link: http://www.searchdogfoundation.org/.
Rescue Mommy
Friday, September 2, 2011
Wiggle Butt 5K
The WNC Boxer Rescue group is having its first Wiggle Butt 5K run and 1 mile fun run/dog walk on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at Fletcher Community Park.
According to their website, they have found homes for 100 Boxers since they founded the group two years ago. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the event will benefit the group.
The first 150 people to register get a doggy bag that includes a t-shirt. It is worth the fee just for a t-shirt that says “Wiggle Butt” in my opinion. Here is a link if you would like more information:
http://www.wncboxerrescue.org/events/wiggle-butt-5k/
By the way, if you are curious about the “wiggle butt,” just meet a Boxer. Every Boxer I have ever met has “wiggle butt.” Since their tails are usually docked, they wiggle their butts instead whenever they are excited or happy. It is really very, very cute.
Rescue Mommy
According to their website, they have found homes for 100 Boxers since they founded the group two years ago. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the event will benefit the group.
The first 150 people to register get a doggy bag that includes a t-shirt. It is worth the fee just for a t-shirt that says “Wiggle Butt” in my opinion. Here is a link if you would like more information:
http://www.wncboxerrescue.org/events/wiggle-butt-5k/
By the way, if you are curious about the “wiggle butt,” just meet a Boxer. Every Boxer I have ever met has “wiggle butt.” Since their tails are usually docked, they wiggle their butts instead whenever they are excited or happy. It is really very, very cute.
Rescue Mommy
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