I’ve never fostered kittens before. We don’t have or want cats, so I thought that fostering kittens wasn’t for us. But, we’re spending all of our time at home. It's the height of kitten season, and shelters are overrun with underage kittens not yet big enough to be neutered or spayed. So I thought, why … Continue reading Fostering Shelter Kittens
Calypso: a sweet, skinny bully breed in need
When I first met Calypso, I could see the bones clearly through her skin. Dogs like Calypso deserve so much better. It breaks my heart to see so many dogs like Calypso in the system: sweet, loving dogs who have been used for breeding and likely thrown out when they weren't wanted anymore.
Gilligan’s Dog Day Out
Gilligan has the best smile! This sweet boy was so well-behaved on his day out from Alachua County Animal Services. He’s been pretty stressed at the shelter, which is why he was suggested for a day out. He sure enjoyed it! Gilligan was so happy just to lie in the flowers. He wanted to play … Continue reading Gilligan’s Dog Day Out
Hands on volunteering at the animal shelter
Sometimes people ask me why I volunteer at a place which can be so sad. My answer is easy: the dogs. Once you get to know just one of these dogs, you won't be able to forget them. Here are some ways to get hands on with these awesome dogs. WALKING SHELTER DOGS Dogs with … Continue reading Hands on volunteering at the animal shelter
Hands off volunteering at the animal shelter
Are you ready to get more involved and spend some time with dogs at the shelter, but aren’t quite ready to handle dogs directly yet? Photographing dogs, spending time with shy dogs in their kennels, and giving enrichment toys all help dogs in a hands-off way. Work with dogs in kennels at the animal shelter … Continue reading Hands off volunteering at the animal shelter
Volunteer from home
If you can't get to the shelter you can still help. Here are some things that you can do from home that will make a huge difference in the lives of the dogs in your community. Donate or fundraise for shelter dogs Two things that all animal rescues are always in need of are money … Continue reading Volunteer from home
Research proves that dog day outs really do benefit shelter dogs
Have you ever thought about taking a shelter dog out for the day, for the weekend, or as a short-term foster, but felt horrible at the thought of having to bring them back to the shelter? If so, you're not alone. Many volunteers and potential fosters hesitate to take a dog out of the shelter … Continue reading Research proves that dog day outs really do benefit shelter dogs
Haile Farmer’s Market 3.9.18
Getting dogs out into a great dog-friendly environment like the Farmer's Market is a wonderful way to introduce people to adoptable dogs and the dogs have a lot of fun. This weekend we took Joel and Maggie to the Haile Farmer's Market. Joel is nervous around people but loves dogs and cats. Maggie loves all … Continue reading Haile Farmer’s Market 3.9.18
Shelter Dog Jonah’s Day Out
This past Friday, I took out Jonah. Jonah is a big, handsome guy with a huge smile and beautiful markings. He has been at the shelter for a long time, initially undergoing heartworm treatment. When I took him out, he had been cleared for several months from heartworm, but to play it safe we decided … Continue reading Shelter Dog Jonah’s Day Out
Shelter Dog Kasen’s Dog Day Out
The Saturday after Thanksgiving I worked off the turkey by taking Kasen out for a walk and short jog. Kasen is an adorable young dog with Alachua County Animal Services. He was a wonderful walking and jogging companion and got lots of attention even though the office with the “Adopt Me” vests was locked so … Continue reading Shelter Dog Kasen’s Dog Day Out