ADOPT-A-THON TOMORROW AT ANIMANIA!

Tomorrow there is an Adopt-A-Thon at AniMania! that will include rescue dogs that need forever homes from Ragged Mountain Rescue and The Montana Animal Companion Network.  There are also kittens available for adoption at AniMania!   The Adopt-A-Thon is from 11am-2pm.  See you tomorrow!

Horse Sense…

Halloween Pet Safety Tips from the ASPCA

No Scaredy Cats This Halloween: Top 10 Safety Tips for Pet Parents

Attention, animal lovers, it’s almost the spookiest night of the year! The ASPCA recommends taking some common sense precautions this Halloween to keep you and your pet saying “trick or treat!” all the way to November 1.

1. No tricks, no treats: That bowl of candy is for trick-or-treaters, not for Scruffy and Fluffy. Chocolate in all forms—especially dark or baking chocolate—can be very dangerous for dogs and cats. Candies containing the artificial sweetener xylitol can also cause problems. If you do suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

2. Popular Halloween plants such as pumpkins and decorative corn are considered to be relatively nontoxic, but they can produce stomach upset in pets who nibble on them.

3. Wires and cords from electric lights and other decorations should be kept out of reach of your pets. If chewed, your pet might suffer cuts or burns, or receive a possibly life-threatening electrical shock.

4. A carved pumpkin certainly is festive, but do exercise caution if you choose to add a candle. Pets can easily knock a lit pumpkin over and cause a fire. Curious kittens especially run the risk of getting burned or singed by candle flames.

5. Dress-up can be a big mess-up for some pets. Please don’t put your dog or cat in a costume UNLESS you know he or she loves it (yup, a few pets are real hams!). For pets who prefer their “birthday suits,” however, wearing a costume may cause undue stress.

6. If you do dress up your pet, make sure the costume isn’t annoying or unsafe. It should not constrict the animal’s movement or hearing, or impede his ability to breathe, bark or meow. Also, be sure to try on costumes before the big night. If your pet seems distressed, allergic or shows abnormal behavior, consider letting him go au naturale or donning a festive bandana.

7. Take a closer look at your pet’s costume and make sure it does not have small, dangling or easily chewed-off pieces that he could choke on. Also, ill-fitting outfits can get twisted on external objects or your pet, leading to injury.

8. All but the most social dogs and cats should be kept in a separate room away from the front door during peak trick-or-treating hours. Too many strangers can be scary and stressful for pets.

9. When opening the door for trick-or-treaters, take care that your cat or dog doesn’t dart outside.

10. IDs, please! Always make sure your dog or cat has proper identification. If for any reason your pet escapes and becomes lost, a collar and tags and/or a microchip can be a lifesaver, increaing the chances that he or she will be returned to you.

Original article link: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/halloween-safety-tips.aspx

Fate

I can’t see your face, I can barely hear your voice

But, I know you’re waiting for me, so, I have no choice;

I’m searching high and low, not sure where you are

But, I’m out here looking, oh! Is that a car?

A kind lady found me, as I approached the road

I guess I90 is dangerous, she rescued me from the cold;

I could tell she wasn’t you, but she was so kind to me

Even though I can barely hear, and it’s dark for as far as I can see;

I was brought in to AniMeals, I get the food and water I need

I can’t thank my angel enough, for doing this good deed;

I am now in a safe place; I still hope to find you

It is now up to fate, and that I believe is true;

YOU could have the forever home this guy is looking for!  Dodger was found on the Interstate attempting to cross the road…A good samaritan found him and brought him into AniMeals before he got hurt.  We realized this guy is not only blind, but mostly deaf, too.  But, that doesn’t stop him from being a cuddlebug!  He is a lover of all lovers!  If you are looking for an adult lap kitty to give tons of attention to and bring into your calm household, STOP BY ANIMEALS AND SEE DODGER!!  He is a special needs kitty, and his lucky new forever family will need to fit his needs.  He is even all dressed up in his tuxedo, waiting for his forever home!  

I wonder…

 

COLD WEATHER TIPS FROM THE ASPCA

Brrrr—it’s cold outside!  The following guidelines will help you protect your companion animals when the mercury dips.

 

1. Keep your cat inside. Outdoors, felines can freeze, become lost or be stolen, injured or killed. Cats who are allowed to stray are exposed to infectious diseases, including rabies, from other cats, dogs and wildlife.
2. During the winter, outdoor cats sometimes sleep under the hoods of cars. When the motor is started, the cat can be injured or killed by the fan belt. If there are outdoor cats in your area, bang loudly on the car hood before starting the engine to give the cat a chance to escape.
3. Never let your dog off the leash on snow or ice, especially during a snowstorm, dogs can lose their scent and easily become lost. More dogs are lost during the winter than during any other season, so make sure yours always wears ID tags.
4. Thoroughly wipe off your dog’s legs and stomach when he comes in out of the sleet, snow or ice. He can ingest salt, antifreeze or other potentially dangerous chemicals while licking his paws, and his paw pads may also bleed from snow or encrusted ice.
5. Never shave your dog down to the skin in winter, as a longer coat will provide more warmth. When you bathe your dog in the colder months, be sure to completely dry him before taking him out for a walk. Own a short-haired breed? Consider getting him a coat or sweater with a high collar or turtleneck with coverage from the base of the tail to the belly. For many dogs, this is regulation winter wear.
6. Never leave your dog or cat alone in a car during cold weather. A car can act as a refrigerator in the winter, holding in the cold and causing the animal to freeze to death.
7. Puppies do not tolerate the cold as well as adult dogs, and may be difficult to housebreak during the winter. If your puppy appears to be sensitive to the weather, you may opt to paper-train him inside. If your dog is sensitive to the cold due to age, illness or breed type, take him outdoors only to relieve himself.
8. Does your dog spend a lot of time engaged in outdoor activities? Increase his supply of food, particularly protein, to keep him, and his fur, in tip-top shape.
9. Like coolant, antifreeze is a lethal poison for dogs and cats. Be sure to thoroughly clean up any spills from your vehicle, and consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol. Visit the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center more information.
10. Make sure your companion animal has a warm place to sleep, off the floor and away from all drafts. A cozy dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow is perfect.
11. Download the ASPCA’s PetWeather iPhone and Android App for free. The ASPCA’s PetWeather App lets you know at a glance what kind of weather your furry friend can expect for your location, and will alert you if weather conditions make it uncomfortable or even dangerous for your pets to be outside.

ORIGNAL ARTICLE: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/cold-weather-tips.aspx

TINY CAT

 

RULES…

 

Sweetest Day at AniMania!

This Saturday is Sweetest Day!  Give your sweetheart a gift from AniMania!!  How about a cow salt and pepper shaker set?  Or maybe a designer tote bag with leopard print?  Maybe kitty book ends?  The oversized plush polar bear hugging her baby?  Or maybe the AniMania! Featured Item of the Day:  The leopard print fuzzy dice!!! There are so many things to choose from at AniMania!! You can also add the gift of admiration to your purchases at AniMania! by dedicating a brick in your sweetheart’s name on our Dedication Wall at AniMania!!  The talented local artist, Sasha Nikole Smith will paint your sweetheart’s and/or animal sweetheart’s name(s) on a brick for $30.00.  You can help AniMeals feed hungry animals with your purchases at AniMania!  Be sure to stop by the shelter after your visit and volunteer some time loving on some kitties!!! Thank you all for your continued support, and TOGETHER, we can save more lives and feed even more hungry animals! We love you!!!!

FIRE BALLS!