Monday, May 24, 2010

Meet Mushroom!


Mushroom is a gentle and sweet adult Shar Pei lab mix. She has been at the shelter for over 1 year waiting for adoption. Sadly, she is becoming very stressed inside the kennel, which causes her to act out inside. For that reason, she is constantly passed by as people think she is hyper or unfriendly. Nothing could be farther from the truth!

Mushroom is kenneled with her remaining unadopted puppy, who was born at the shelter in April 2009. Bella is a very active little girl, all about having fun but also driving her momma to distraction. Mushroom needs to be met outside and alone, where her sweet, calm, and loving personality can be seen. (Bella badly needs a good home that will give her lots to do. She loves playing, so using games will make teaching her things like sit, wait, and come quick and fun. She is in the picture with Mushroom, below. She is medium in size.)



Interested in Mushroom or Bella? Contact the shelter: (256)236-1581 or ashelter@bellsouth.net
Help spread the word! Visit their Petfinder listings to Share them on Facebook or Twitter: Mushroom  Bella
Help us continue to care for them: use the "Sponsor" button on Petfinder!




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!

Monday, May 17, 2010

National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Although fatal dog bites are statistically rare, dog bites are an unfortunate part of our relationship with dogs. Dog bites are often the result of miscommunication, and children are frequently on the receiving end.

Read these tips from Doggonesafe.com, then visit their website for useful information and FREE resources to help you keep dogs and people safe:

Tips for parents and dog owners to help keep kids safe:


The 3 Most Important Things to Teach Your Kids

Dogs Don’t Like Hugs and Kisses – Teach your kids not to hug or kiss a dog on the face. Hugging the family dog or face-to-face contact are common causes of bites to the face. Instead, teach kids to scratch the dog on the chest or the side of the neck.

Be a Tree if a Strange Dog Approaches – Teach kids to stand still, like a tree. Trees are boring and the dog will eventually go away. This works for strange dogs and anytime the family dog gets too frisky or becomes aggressive.

Never Tease a Dog – and never disturb a dog that’s sleeping, eating or protecting something.

The 2 Most Important Things Parents Can Do

Supervise – Don’t assume your dog is good with kids. If a toddler must interact with your dog, you should have your hands on the dog too. Even if your dog is great with kids and has never bitten – why take a chance?

Train the dog – Take your dog to obedience classes where positive-reinforcement is used. Never pin, shake, choke, hold the dog down or roll the dog over to teach it a lesson. Dogs treated this way are likely to turn their aggression on weaker family members. Involve older children in training the family dog while supervising. Don’t allow children to punish the dog. Condition the dog to enjoy the presence and actions of children using positive experiences.

The 3 Most Important Things Dog Owners Can Do

Spay or Neuter Your Dog – Neutered pets are calmer, healthier and less likely to be aggressive. Neutering prevents unwanted dogs that may end up in shelters or in less than ideal conditions where they may grow up to be poorly socialized or aggressive.

Condition Your Dog for the World – Give your puppy lots of new positive experiences. Train using positive methods i.e. clicker training.

Supervise Your Dog – Supervise your dog at all times around children. Do not allow children to hug and kiss the dog. If visiting children are bothering your dog, put the dog away or send the children home.

From www.doggonesafe.com



Check out our UPDATED (5/16) adoptable dog listings!

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!

Monday, May 10, 2010

Spike makes friends at Cupcakes for Critters


On Friday, May 7, young Spike got lots of attention at SAVE's successful fundraiser, Cupcakes for Critters! This little toy terrier cutie was passed around from one new friend to the next, and handled everything wonderfully. He now has a host of fans! But he did not find his new home that day, so this socially seasoned little guy is still available for adoption. If you want to become a lifetime member of Spike's fan club by bringing him into your home, please contact The Animal Shelter (Anniston, AL) at (256)236-1581 or ashelter@bellsouth.net.


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!

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Cupcakes for Critters Event Fri 5/7

Don't miss out on this fundraising event for SAVE, a spay/neuter assistance group in Anniston, AL.  It's turning into quite the event!

WHEN: 9 a.m. - noon
WHERE: 24 Sunset Drive in Anniston
HOW MUCH:  $5 donation to this worthy cause
WHAT:
Cupcakes from several area baking talents
Tours of the beautiful gardens on the property
Adorable adoptables from area rescues (including The Animal Shelter!)
A planned drop-in by Senator Del Marsh (10-10:30)
Sales of SAVE spay/neuter T-shirts
View Semper Fi's transport van that takes dozens of dogs to Northern rescues every month
Meet fellow compassionate animal lovers who want to make a difference for animals in Calhoun County
WHY:
Because spay/neuter is the best way to prevent the litters of puppies and kittens that are being abandoned (oftentimes along with their innocent mommas) at shelters and alongside roadways throughout the county.




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!

Monday, May 3, 2010

Be Kind with just a Click!

It's Be Kind to Animals Week, and we have a perfect and simple way for you to be kind to The Animal Shelter's neediest dogs.

Six of our dogs have been waiting at The Animal Shelter in Anniston, AL since 2008 for their homes. Four of them arrived as puppies, which means they have never known a loving home. They will need caring, kind, and dog-smart homes willing to help them learn "the good life." They have TONS of love to offer in return.

Will you perform a simple act of kindness by Sharing this post with your friends and contacts, and asking them to share with their friends and contacts? We know the right homes are out there for these pups, but we haven't been able to find them on our own. If we cast a large enough net, maybe we can find them together!




TYKE
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640951









CARLY
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640940








RAFF
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640953









SHEBA
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640963








JAKE
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640962










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







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!