It's RED HOT outside. Please read these tips to keep your pets cool!

August's Fabulous Feline

Here's a gorgeous little girl for you! EBONY is very alert and active, and actively seeks attention. Ebony loves to play in the water bowl. A real charmer and we call her our “Southern Belle.” She is a love nipper, and is still finding her place among the cats in her new condo.


Sound like the cat for you? Call (256)236-1581, email ashelter@bellsouth.net, or visit 1201 Parkwood Drive.   Not the right cat for you? Never fear, we have MANY more. Please visit the shelter or Oxford Exchange PetSmart to find the right cat for you.

Featured Dogs

There are no anniversary dogs this month - it's true! - BUT we have a very special duo to introduce to you. SHADOW and MERLIN have been at the shelter for a very long time. Maybe their good manners just don't make them stand out? This pair is among the most laid-back, easy guys we have to offer! Please come give these guys a chance!

MERLIN definitely has one of those Japanese "Inu" breeds in his veins! He comes off at first as aloof like an "Inu," but that's just his calm style. He is just so well behaved ~ never jumping up, coming whenever called, and very tidy and clean. But don't think he is going to lie around all day - he and Shadow love a little rough-n-tumble play! They are adorable, and Merlin even proves he has a bark at play time!

SHADOW has been Merlin's buddy their entire stay. As a sight hound, he also seems a little detached at first. But he is quite the sensitive guy, and develops a strong bond with people he knows and loves. Though he likes to stretch his legs - and looks so elegant doing it! - he is also mannerly and calm by nature. He and Merlin are adorable when they play, like a pair of puppies!

August's Silly Snapshot!



http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20389486

2 Ways 2 Help!!

PUPPY FOSTERS! 2 WEEKS ONLY!!


It's OK, you can admit it - you love puppies, but only in moderation. Have we got the opportunity for you!! Our next batch of puppies is going to Atlanta Humane Society on August 24 - they need to be out of the shelter by August 14. You love them and care for them for 10-14 days, then you kiss them bye! as they head for their new lives! Interested? New volunteers, fill out an adoption application. Existing volunteers, contact Shelly - shelly[at]bamalegal[dot]com.

BARK IN THE PARK 2011 (Oct 22)

Help make this year's celebration bigger and better!! We need volunteers to help with promoting the event. Do you know a great emcee? Got media contacts who will help promote? Are you just brimming with fantastic PR ideas? Contact Kathleen to join the team!! kwaelti[at]aol[dot]com

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

July Newsletter

More pets get lost at New Year's and Fourth of July than any other time. Please read these tips to keep your pets safe during fireworks!

July's Fabulous Feline

Did you know that black-coated cats and dogs are less likely to get adopted? Diana is proof positive of this phenonenon.

Diana is a most special girl. She is friendly, self-assured, and clever. She loves to interact and entertain. Perhaps her best talent is for making the new cats in the condo welcome - she has turned many a skittish newcomer into a calm and friendly kitty.

Despite her many virtues, Diana has been waiting over a year for her own home.

Sound like the cat for you? Call (256)236-1581, email ashelter@bellsouth.net, or visit 1201 Parkwood Drive.

Not the right cat for you? Never fear, we have MANY more. Please visit the shelter or Oxford Exchange PetSmart to find the right cat for you.

Anniversary Dogs

Think Black Dog Syndrome - the phenonenon of black-coated dogs being passed over for adoption - only applies to large dogs? Think again. This month we highlight two of our small dogs who are facing their 1-year anniversary at the shelter. Small dogs rarely have trouble finding homes, yet these two still wait. The one thing they have in common? Their black coats.

DILLINGER was a rogue out on his own prior to coming to the shelter and taking over the small dog room. Dilly is quite the character, full of zest! He will throw himself into your lap, but squirm so badly that he falls back out of it! He is active, playful, quite humorous, and well overdue for a home.

Comparing NANCY to Dillinger...well, there is no comparison! They are a study in opposites. Nancy is such a loving Miss, and when held will just relax into your arms and settle in for the long haul. There is no other place she would rather be! Nancy can be enticed to play, or she is quite content to just hang out. She won't take guff from younger dogs, but is very proper about telling them to give her space. Her long wait for a home is a total mystery.

ROWDY is another Black Dog Syndrome victim, marking his 2-year anniversary this month. Despite his long time here, Rowdy is such a happy guy! He greets all with a smile, and he's gotten along great with his many kennel mates over time. Although he's got some energy, Rowdy also adores sitting on your foot and gazing at you with adoration. Who wouldn't love that??








Summer is a harsh time at shelters, with a spike in the number of strays and surrenders due to vacation season, fireworks, and abandoned puppies. Our list of anniversary dogs for July is long. Please give these wonderful dogs a look and...if one is a match for you...a home!

MOLLY
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009046

PRECIOUS
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19008984

BOBBY
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19008909

STAR
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009074



http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009103




July's Silly Snapshot!



WILLY and NELSON!



2 Ways 2 Help!!

Love puppies, but only in moderation? Have we got the program for you! We now have a Puppy Foster Program! We need folks who enjoy puppy love, puppy breath, puppy kisses (and who don't mind puppy piddles) to keep a couple pups for 2 weeks at a time until they go to the Atlanta Humane Society for adoption! The need is for 2 weeks every month. Can't help every month? That's okay - please still sign up! (Existing volunteers - please send Shelly an email.) You'll get word of when the next group is ready, and can take pups as you are able. This wonderful program will ensure more babies are adopted out and not growing up in a kennel.

 

Did you get storm damage? We did! Our barn, completed fall 2009 with volunteer power, had the entire southside roofing over the kennels ripped off! The kennels are now open to the weather. We need cheap or donated corrugated metal roofing, and some help putting it up. Can you help? Please contact the shelter (ashelter@bellsouth.net).

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

Small Dogs in the Big City

LJ spies an urban future

Today marked the beginning of exciting times for 12 of The Animal Shelter's small dogs and puppies! These little ones are embarking on new lives in Hotlanta as part of a new partnership between the shelter and the Atlanta Humane Society.

The math is simple: The Animal Shelter has more small dogs and puppies than we can readily place; AHS has a continous demand for the little ones.  


A 95-mile drive is all that separated these dogs from being one of many to the rare jewels we know them to be.


What to do?


Climb in the van.


Board and staff members happily readied and loaded up their charges for their adventure, trucking them across  state line and time line (the dogs need to reset their internal clocks to Eastern!).




Waiting for Check-in




Each new city-slicker waited their turn to be checked over and checked in. After spay/neuter, they are up for adoption!


Be Part of the Excitement!


Up to 20 of our unadopted little ones can transfer to AHS on a monthly basis! The puppies need to be fostered for 2 weeks before their trip. Think about it - 2 weeks of puppy love! Yet no worrying about the chewing, or housetraining, or leash training to come. Can you foster puppies for a 2-week period? Please submit a volunteer application!! You will then receive further instructions on program requirements.






(URL for volunteer page: http://theanimalshelter.net/Volunteer%20Opportunities%20Page.htm)








The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

June Newsletter

May's Fabulous Feline

Here's what the cat volunteers say about AMOS:

FAMOUS AMOS

He is not a cookie, but he sure is a sweetie. He is a hunk of burning love. He kept pushing against the mesh to be petted. He was abandoned at JSU. He is fixed and declawed. Since he is declawed he will have to be an indoor only baby.

Sound like the cat for you? Call (256)236-1581, email ashelter@bellsouth.net, or visit 1201 Parkwood Drive.

Not the right cat for you? Never fear, we have MANY more. Please visit the shelter or Oxford Exchange PetSmart to find the right cat for you.

Anniversary Dogs

These wonderful girls are facing their 1-year anniversary in the shelter. The best anniversary present for them would be a HOME!

BELLA - There is nothing cuter than a short-legged lab! And could those eyes be any more gorgeous?? We think not. Bella the Bassalab is a lovely, mild-mannered miss. She is a cuddler with a frisky side. Sweet and silly is as wonderful combination as short and labby! Come get to know BELLA!

TRIXIE is too polite for her own good. Pushed to the back while her more confident kennelmates hog the attention, this shy violet never gets her time to shine. She is a dainty girl, easy to hold and stroke, which is all she really wants. Come give Trixie some cuddle time! 

June's Silly Snapshot!

YANCY getting goofy
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19647905

Mark Your Calendar

JUNE is Adopt a Cat Month!

4th: Adoptable Dogs at PetSmart!
7th: Low-cost shots at Greater B'ham Humane Society, noon - 2pm
15th: SAVE spay/neuter transport learn more







Hot Tips for Hot Times! 
 
SUMMER HEAT AND HEALTH HAZARDS FOR PETS -
It's dangerous out there, please READ!


 

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

May Newsletter

May's Fabulous Feline

Here's what the cat volunteers say about ANGIE:

This cat is easy to hold. She has a laid back personality and she gets along with the other cats. She’s like a little diva.

Sound like the cat for you? Call (256)236-1581, email ashelter@bellsouth.net, or visit 1201 Parkwood Drive.

Not the right cat for you? Never fear, we have MANY more. Please visit the shelter or Oxford Exchange PetSmart to find the right cat for you.

Anniversary Dogs

These wonderful girls are facing their 1-year anniversary in the shelter. The best anniversary present for them would be a HOME!

ADDIE - beautiful, fun, well-mannered, and great with other dogs. Addie has it all - except a home! She has a shiny coat and an equally shiny personality. Please come get to know Addie.

HONEYBUN is putting on her best pleading look, pleading for a home at last. Honeybun was left on her own to have puppies at a very young age. She is so ready for her homeless days to end and a pampered life to begin! She has a terrier's attitude toward like-sized dogs but has done well with big dogs. Can you give her a life on easy streeet?

SASHA says a Feist ought to be FUN! Sasha loves to chase the toys and race with the toys and have a great time with the toys. Got the message? Sasha likes toys! Sasha also like hugs :) She is on the small side, too, so no trouble at all.











Mark Your Calendar

May is National Pet Month!
1st thru 7th: Cutest Pet Photo Contest - details below!
4th: SAVE spay/neuter transport  learn more
7th: Adoptable Dogs at PetSmart!
7th: Low-cost shots at Greater B'ham Humane Society, noon - 2pm
18th: SAVE spay/neuter transport learn more
20th:  Cupcakes for Critters - details below!


 
May 1-7: Cutest Pet Photo Contest

The Public Library of Anniston-Calhoun County is teaming up with the Anniston Animal Shelter May 1 - May 7 for National Pet Month by conducting a "Cutest Cat" and "Cutest Dog" contest. Bring a picture of your pet to the library and make a donation (monetary or one of the items the shelter needs: bleach, blankets/linens, cat litter, cat or dog food, etc.) to enter. Winner will receive a gift basket. Even if you don't have a pet, a donation to suppor the Animal Shelter is appreciated!

May 20: Cupcakes for Critters


Cupcakes for Critters, Friday, May 20th, 24 Sunset Drive, Anniston, AL. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join the fun, savor the homemade cupcakes, sip the scrumptious beverages, commune with like-minded, caring folks, while enjoying the vibrant gardens and calming nature trail. Raffles and donations accepted. No charge but a $5 donation is suggested. All proceeds fund SAVE's Calhoun County spay neuter fund to assist low income families in altering their pets.

1Way2Help: PetSmart Kitty Care

Visit the PetSmart cats one night (or more!) each week to clean up, groom, and play with the resident there. Please email Leigh-Anne to see which nights are available and get on the list!

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

April Newsletter

April's Fabulous Feline

Pretty BUNNY has been in the adoption condo for a surprisingly long time. Here's what the cat volunteers say about this glamour cat:

Bunny knows she is beautiful. She is such a lovable cat. She gets along with the other cats. She enjoys being petted and likes to play with the toys.

Sound like the cat for you? Call (256)236-1581, email ashelter@bellsouth.net, or visit 1201 Parkwood Drive.

Not the right cat for you? Never fear, we have MANY more. Please visit the shelter or Oxford Exchange PetSmart to find the right cat for you.

Have you seen? We now have individual listings for our cats! Get to know them, then choose the right cat for you! Our Cat Listings

Caught on Film!

More fun with the young 'um this month! Check out April, Reecie, and Ozark having a blast:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrDRFsP3bD0&feature=player_embedded





Don't just watch me, Adopt Me!
April: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009267
Reecie: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009270
Ozark: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/19009264

Mark Your Calendar

2nd: Adoptable Dogs at PetSmart!
2nd: Low-cost RABIES Clinic - details below!
6th: SAVE spay/neuter transport  learn more
13th: SAVE FUNdraiser: Karaoke for Kritters
8 p.m. Heroes American Grill, 8896 McClellan Blvd.
20th: SAVE spay/neuter transport learn more‎8:30 - 10:00 a.m., Winn Dixie, Coldwater , U.S. 78







April 2: Calhoun County Low-cost Rabies Mobile Clinic
$10 rabies shots, other discount shots available!! Times/locations:

8:30 - 10:00 a.m., Winn Dixie, Coldwater , U.S. 78
10:30 a.m.- noon, Weaver City Park
12:30 -1:00 p.m., Friendship Community Center

8:00- 9:00 a. m., Jacksonville High School(main entrance)
9:30 -10:30 a.m., Ohatchee Town Square (old)
11:00 a.m.- noon, Alexandria High School
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Piedmont Hardware and Lumber


 

1Way2Help: Kitten Fosters

We need foster homes ready to take in kittens that need to be bottle raised. You must be ready to take them as soon as they come into the shelter. These babies will need to be fed every 2 hours round the clock. Please email Leigh-Anne if you are interested in taking on this task and to discuss details and any questions you may have.

 (It would also be nice to have foster homes for moms that come in pregnant or with kittens. The kittens have a better chance of survival if raised in a home.)

The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F: 10-4 Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!

March Anniversary Dogs

These fantastic dogs have been looking for love for one or more years this month! It's time to get them A HOME! Please help - please SHARE:


1st ANNIVERSARY

EMMETT is the perfect name for our short-legged buddy! He is an easy going fella, slow and steady is his motto! Emmett is a very sensitive guy, too - just right for the ladies ;) He is a steady companion looking for a kind companion of his own: 

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16756320  

BUSTER! Who let the "cute" out?!  Wowza is Buster a handsome young boy! Oddly, he has spent most of his youth here and the shelter despite his flashy good looks and fun-loving personality. We need to fix that ASAP! 

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16416596

Sticking with the theme of dogs who are easy-going and awesome is MILO! Milo is total buddy material. He is a calm and friendly fella, happy to hang out and keep you company. He loves to learn into you for pets! And he's great with other dogs. What more are you looking for?

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16217710




2nd ANNIVERSARY

OBIE! How is it possibly Obie's 2-yr anniversary? Obie is such a great dog! He is moderation in all things. He plays nicely, walks nicely, is great with other dogs and with kids. He is quite dashing. He learns super fast! Obie is birdy - he hones in on those flying critters! But he's a pointer...he's supposed to! In other words, Obie does everything "just right."

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640988

SANDY, known as "low rider" in her foster home. Sandy should fit right in just about anywhere. She is just a laid back girl. Famous for "the Sandy Shuffle" (see her video on Petfinder!). This brave girl overcame heartworm disease and is looking for the laid back life of luxery that a forever home can provide. Read much more about her here:

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/16536923

Just look at prim and proper RACHEL, waiting patiently and elegantly for her forever home. Rachel is a real beauty, slim and leggy with such a nice coat! She is a quick learner and loves to interact. While she doesn't care for puppies, she cuts loose with her kennelmate and they play rough and loud! You wouldn't know this dainty Miss has it in her ;) 
http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15640980




The Animal Shelter
1201 Parkwood Drive * Anniston AL 36201 * (256) 236-1581 * ashelter@bellsouth.net
M,T, Th, F:  10-4  Sat 12-3 (closed Wed, Sun)
http://www.theanimalshelter.net/

We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit in Anniston, AL. We rely on donations and volunteers. Please help!