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Okay, we all know that you can donate a bag of dog food or a cat carrier to the animal shelter, or that you can volunteer or foster, right? But the truth is, shelters can put a variety of items to good use, many of which have nothing to do directly with pets. I’m willing to bet you even have at least one item on this list lying around the house unused.

1. Blankets and Bedding:

If you’ve got an old sheet set from a mattress given away years ago, extra receiving blankets from your nephew’s arrival, or the puke green afghan Aunt Sally gave you for your wedding gathering dust, you’ve got a perfect donation for your favorite animal shelter. Concrete floors are no fun to sleep on, so shelters collect pet beds and blankets for the animals. Baby receiving blankets are perfect for most shelters’ cat cages. Larger blankets will be put in dogs’ runs, where they can sleep on them or play with them, providing enrichment as well as comfort. Crowded municipal shelters are particularly in need of bedding, because most pets won’t have a bed or toys unless some are donated.
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Dear Petlvr Mailbag …

Well, the inevitable happened. I had my 10 month old cat scheduled to get spayed, and she escaped and got pregnant 2 weeks prior to the spay-date.

Ugh.

Anyway - I now have 4 beautiful kittens that need homes. I am going to keep one, so I need homes for 3. Do you have any suggestions as to go about finding them suitable and happy homes?

Side note: When they were 2 weeks old, mama cat became ill and after taking her to the vet, I had to hand-feed the kittens myself, so I’m very attached. It’s going to be sad to let them go, but I have to.

- Kitten Chaos

Dear Chaos,
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This post was written by guest author Dave Stewart.

In 2000, I was living in a townhouse just outside of Baltimore; we had finally got a fence and I longed to get a dog. My wife, on the other hand, was not crazy about the idea. You see, she grew up in Jamaica and was not keen on having a dog or any other kind of animal living in the house. I had managed to persuade her into 4 cockatiels but anything beyond this was out of the question. We had three children at the time and 3 children and 4 cockatiels were quite enough. To make matters worse, we had tried a dog from the SPCA and he was a runner; that is to say. if the door opened, he ran and ran far, so he had to go back to the SPCA.

Growing up I had a sheltie. His name was Mickey and after getting married he stayed with my parents; he loved us all so this was okay with me, plus I couldn’t have pets in our apartment at the time. As a result, I tried to convince my wife to get a sheltie, but she was having none of it. Then I began my work. I had an old picture of Mickey and me, so I put it on my night stand. Not long after, I bought book about shelties. Then, my birthday rolled around and do you know what my mother sent me? A sheltie. on the front of a birthday card. That went on to the night stand too. I had quite a little sheltie display going, my wife called it a shrine.

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You’ve made the decision to adopt your next pet, and you’ve located a nearby shelter. Now what?

You’ll need to choose a companion for up to the next 15 to twenty years from up to several hundred pets, all vying for the chance to come home with you. If the shelter you’ve chosen is of the busy, open admission variety, you’ll also be likely to end up making this choice while surrounded by dozens of other chattering families hoping to adopt, and in an environment where it’s difficult to evaluate an animal’s true personality due to stress and noise.

So, what’s a family to do, faced with making a lifetime committment to a new pet in this situation? One way to maximize the chance of bringing home just the right fit is to find a friendly shelter employee and ask a few questions about each pet on your “short list” of potential new family members.

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Many people seeking a new pet bypass the adoption option for one reason or another. While there are certainly some situations in which purchasing from a reputable, responsible breeder is ideal, consider this list of five myths about pet adoption before bypassing rescue to look for a breeder.

1. Shelter dogs are all mutts.

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It happens to every pet lover eventually. You’re on your way to work, out walking your own dogs, or running an errand, and a loose dog crosses your path with no owner in sight. What now?

Can you approach the dog?

If your dogs are with you, secure them in your car or home before approaching a strange dog. Even if both dogs display friendly body language, the stray may be unvaccinated or dog-aggressive.

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Laddie, 121141

Laddie is a wonderful ~2.5 year-old Border Collie/Saluki cross whose owner determined three dogs were too much for them. Laddie is great choice if you have other pets at home- he even likes cats! Laddie’s been terrific with kids and deserves a super home- best with a securely fenced yard.

Winnie, 150391

Winnie was brought to a local vet clinic as a stray cat. This handsome ~2.5 year-old male needs a permanent address- the “Inn” is full! Winnie’s adoption fee includes his neuter, vet exam, microchip, pet insurance and even an FIV/FeLV test!

If you would like to adopt one of these pets, please contact:

Chantal Young
Adoption Coordinator
204.982.3558

The Winnipeg Humane Society
45 Hurst Way
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3T 0R3
Tel: 204.982.3558
Fax: 204.982.3550
Email: chantaly@humanesociety.mb.ca
www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca

Saving just one dog won’t change the world… but it surely will change the world for that one dog

Pet Pics with Santa! www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca for details!

This is a guest post from my friend Jane from Blog Catalog who just started her own new website Pet Rescuer Central. Please take a few minutes to check out this site and add it to your Favorites

Hi Everybody

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Gabby, 149760

Gabby is a terrifically sweet 9 year old spayed female whose owner moved & couldn’t take her. A bit on the chubby side, Gabby will benefit from more exercise in her new home. Gabby is a really charming kitty with a super friendly disposition! Adopt Gabby as a senior for only $40.00- includes her vet exam, vaccine, microchip, pet insurance & more!!

Mason, 149559

Mason is a very sweet, mild mannered 3 year old Border Collie found in Balmoral, MB. Mason seems really great with other dogs! Mason seems to have the herding nature common to the breed- maybe there’s a farmer out there who needs a working dog? Or perhaps a family seeking a smart and active furry addition to their family? Mason’s adoption fee includes his neuter, vaccine, microchip, pet insurance & more!

If you would like to adopt one of these pets, please contact:

Chantal Young
Adoption Coordinator
204.982.3558

The Winnipeg Humane Society
45 Hurst Way
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3T 0R3
Tel: 204.982.3558
Fax: 204.982.3550
Email: chantaly@humanesociety.mb.ca
www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca

Saving just one dog won’t change the world… but it surely will change the world for that one dog

Christmas & Hannukah pictures with Santa Paws- www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca for details!

Pogo, 134913

Pogo is a ~4 year old neutered male available for adoption from his foster home. Pogo has an allergy to regular cat food so is on a special diet to control this– hypoallergenic food costs roughly what good quality cat food does. As a longterm cat, Pogo’s adoption fee is $48.06 and includes his neuter, vet exam, vaccine & more! Please contact the WHS Foster Department at 982-2049 or foster@humanesociety.mb.ca to make arrangements to visit Pogo!

Travis, 117273

Travis is a good boy used to living with other dogs and seems good with cats. Travis has not had the best of luck, having been in three homes and abandoned once- he deserves better! Travis is a smart and eager dog- he needs someone who will take him home, teach him good manners and love him forever. He’s still learning right now so is best with kids 12 years+. Adoption fee includes neuter, vaccine, microchip, pet insurance & more!

If you would like to adopt one of these pets, please contact:

Chantal Young
Adoption Coordinator
204.982.3558

The Winnipeg Humane Society
45 Hurst Way
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3T 0R3
Tel: 204.982.3558
Fax: 204.982.3550
Email: chantaly@humanesociety.mb.ca
www.winnipeghumanesociety.ca

Saving just one dog won’t change the world… but it surely will change the world for that one dog

WHS adoption fees for cats & dogs include a vet exam, vaccine, microchip, spay/neuter, ear tattoo, 6 weeks of pet insurance and more! Please visit us at our new shelter, 45 Hurst Way off Waverley Street. Our new hours are M-F 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12-5:30pm. Cat or dog doesn’t fit your lifestyle? Ask us about adopting a rabbit, degu, guinea pig or other small caged pet.