Act Locally

Now is the time of year when national organizations flood mailboxes and inboxes with requests for year-end gifts. But are you aware that those big lobby groups do not provide any financial help to local shelters like The Animal Shelter?

PATTI is available for adoption:
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640958

When times are tight and donations are down, it is small local organizations like ours that suffer the most. Unlike the big guys, we don't have a large bank account to fall back on. The Animal Shelter relies on our adoption fees (which cover vetting costs), the small amount we get from the city to hold strays, thrift store sales and your kind donations.

View our cats on Facebook
or at PetSmart!

We are a nonprofit organization, which means your donation is 100% tax deductible! Won't you act locally this year by giving a year-end gift to care for homeless animals in your own community? Our dogs and cats thank you!






ROWDY is available for adoption!
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16689440



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Mail your donation to:

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Dr.

Anniston, AL 36201

2 Former Fosters Want New Homes 4 the New Year

We have two absolutely wonderful dogs who were in foster but are now back at the shelter. They have learned their house manners and have incredible temperaments. Both would very much like to be back in a home as quickly as possible. They are medium in size (probably in the 35-40 lb range), young ladies of 2 - 2 1/2 years old.

First we have Eva, a gorgeous cattle dog mix with the best, most even temperament. Eva finds the kennel environment stressful, and her coat gets rough in a hurry. It would be so wonderful for sweet Eva to get right back into a home like she deserves. Read more about Eva on Petfinder:

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16998477

Second we have our much-beloved Patti. Patti grew up at the shelter and has impressed everyone by being a loving, happy girl making friends with all her kennelmates. We have written about Patti before - well, now she's got house manners to add to all the other good stuff! Read about Patti on Petfinder:

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640958

Or revisit her earlier blog:

http://calhouncountyhumane.blogspot.com/2010/08/patti-needing-home-for-nearly-2-years.html

Can you make the New Year bright for these two girls and for the shelter staff who love them?

Please contact The Animal Shelter, (256) 236-1581 or ashelter@bellsouth.net

Forward this blog or their Petfinder listings to help them find homes.

The Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please visit http://theanimalshelter.net/ to help!

Meet Patches!

PATCHES is a quiet little guy. Perhaps too quiet? Our smaller dogs usually have an easier time finding a home. Patches has been overlooked for a year! He needs you to make some noise and get him a home for the holidays!

Patches is such a handsome fella. He is a calm dog who is content to hang out and watch the scenery at the side of a good friend. You can't really tell in the photos, but he's a pretty little guy, so a great fit for the home. He will make a fantastic companion for a quiet home or perhaps a retired person needing a good friend.

Interested in Patches? Call (256)236-1581 or email ashelter@bellsouth.net

Share this blog or his Petfinder listing to get the word out!

Help us continue to care for him by donating on his behalf.



The Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please visit http://theanimalshelter.net/ to help!

To Our Volunteers: You are Invited!

Animal Shelter volunteers, please mark your calendars for Sunday, December 12! You are invited to our volunteer appreciation and open house at the JSU Alumni House. We want to say "thank you" to all of our volunteers for the wonderful things they accomplish for the Shelter. Have fun mingling with other volunteers and enjoy the wonderful food!

(<-- p.s. Please vote for our tree every time you visit Quintard Mall!)

The Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please visit http://theanimalshelter.net/ to help!

Meet Baby!

Someone is really missing out on a doggie treasure by not adopting BABY!

Baby is all-around fantastic. She is great about exploring her environment, coming at a run to be with you, soaking up loving, paying attention to every word you speak, and just being a great dog in every way. She has the best smile, which is sure to make you smile! She has a thick build (a bit too thick - a diet wouldn't hurt ;) but is pretty short and will be a great fit for most any home.

She is great with dogs, we can't imagine she'd be anything but great with kids, and is just in all ways wonderful. Make your holidays brighter by bringing Baby into your home!

Interested in Baby? Call (256)236-1581 or email ashelter@bellsouth.net

Share this blog or her Petfinder listing to get the word out!

Help us continue to care for her by donating on her behalf.



The Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please visit http://theanimalshelter.net/ to help!

'Tis the Season!

Can you believe it is December 1 already?

Well, there is no denying it - the holiday season is upon us and winter is giving us a preview.

As you think about the holidays, please think about our animals who don't have a home to celebrate in.

There are many ways to help homeless pets this season of warmth and giving:

Adopt early - visit us at PetSmart this Saturday!

Don't wait for the hectic holiday to choose a new family member. Meet our wonderful pets before the pressure is on. Make the best choice for your family, and allow time for your new friend to settle in before the chaos descends. Our dogs are visiting Oxford Exchange PetSmart from 11-2 Saturday 12/4. Our kitties are always there!

Volunteer!

Do you have some extra time off during the holidays? Check with the shelter on how you can give a day of service this season.

Volunteer options



Give a gift basket!

Everybody likes something special for the holidays, including our animals. Things they enjoy include treats, durable chew and chase toys (doggies), things to bat around (kitties), things to snuggle up in, and last but not least - visitors to pat and play with them! Call ahead so our staff know to look for you!

Donate!

Winter is an expensive season. Heating bills are high, and we need hay for the dog houses. Won't you help keep our precious animals warm this season?

Click to donate

Spay/neuter your pets!

Yes, that's right - keeping your own animals from adding to Anniston's pet overpopulation is a great gift to our shelter! No matter how responsible you might be, accidents happen - and in this case an "accident" creates unwanted puppies and kittens. Your pet will also be healthier if fixed. 

Need help? You can get transportation and financial assistance from our friends at SAVE!

VOTE!

This one is so easy - run over to Quintard Mall (you know you're going anyway!) and vote for our Christmas Tree. The winner receives CASH for their organization.

Thank you for your support this season and throughout the year!!




ALL ANIMALS PICTURES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION! CHECK OUR FULL LISTINGS HERE!!
The Animal Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please visit http://theanimalshelter.net/ to help!