{"id":133,"date":"2019-04-05T06:00:23","date_gmt":"2019-04-05T13:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/?p=999945205"},"modified":"2019-04-05T06:00:23","modified_gmt":"2019-04-05T13:00:23","slug":"want-to-help-one-of-the-most-dumped-dog-breeds-get-a-life-adopt-a-pit-bull-from-our-shelter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/esd\/hi-lo\/pets\/want-to-help-one-of-the-most-dumped-dog-breeds-get-a-life-adopt-a-pit-bull-from-our-shelter","title":{"rendered":"Want to help one of the most dumped dog breeds get a life? Adopt a pit bull from our shelter!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Judging by last Saturday\u2019s meet-and-greet, Chloe-mania hasn’t subsided. Between 300 and 400 people showed up for Chloe selfies, cuddles, and big, wet kisses, and pets from several rescues went home or had applications made. A couple of them were adoptables featured in last week’s Virtually Pets<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Our girl’s leaving quite the living legacy. You can follow Chloe’s progress on the Saving Chloe<\/a> page, which Fix Long Beach will keep alive.<\/p>\n

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Potential swain canoodles with Chloe in kissing booth. Photo courtesy of Fix Long Beach.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Meanwhile, back at the P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village, which houses our city shelter at Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a> and the private shelter spcaLA<\/a>, you can pick out a pit bull or bully mix and pick your own adoption fee as well (see Ongoing<\/strong> below\u2014you have until April 14).<\/p>\n

Pit bulls get dumped in shelters all the time and have long been cited as the breed most likely to be at or near the top of shelter populations<\/a>. They\u2019re also the most likely to be euthanized. A recent listing of adoptable dogs on Animal Care Services\u2019 Adoption page<\/a> showed 51 on the roster; 25 were bully breeds or mixes\u2014a tail wag away from half.<\/p>\n

The good news is, I meet up with an increasing number of them on leashes all the time, and when I ask if I might meet the dog, I and whomever I\u2019m with get an enthusiastic yes from the human and a huge, goony smile from the dog.\u00a0 Sometimes, we rate a big, smeary kiss. A couple of Long Beach Post staff members have shelter pit alumni, and they’re just as goony over them. Remember Petey the Pup from “The Little Rascals”? Yup\u2014Petey was a pittie. If these guys aren\u2019t ambassadors for their breed, I don\u2019t know who is.<\/p>\n

Chloe and her rescuers inspired people through her survival and the determination of her rescuers as well as that of the community to see that she made it. Nothing like a video to inspire you to consider coming to the shelter and picking out a pittie. Here are four, all at Animal Care Services.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LongBeachAnimalCare\/videos\/366001760671723\/<\/p>\n

Hello, Athena!\u00a0This adorable 4-year-old cutie can play with her ball (or Kong) for hours. She’s filled with love and is ready to share it with a new adoptable family. Ask for ID#<\/span>A556095<\/a>.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LongBeachAnimalCare\/videos\/407971836665909\/<\/p>\n

Have you ever met a dog that is just too happy playing most of the day? Meet Tanner. This handsome guy will make a perfect companion for someone looking for such a dog.\u00a0He\u2019s just a little over a year old. Ask for ID#<\/span>A623600<\/a>.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LongBeachAnimalCare\/videos\/386691211912375\/<\/p>\n

How could you not love a Bubba? Bubba\u2019s a volunteer favorite and an absolutely silly goose. He\u2019s in love with life. Can you give it to him? Ask for ID#A559488.<\/p>\n

Things to do, pets to support<\/h3>\n

Please send any Long Beach or Seal Beach pet-related events or projects to\u00a0<\/em>pets@lbpost.com<\/em><\/a>. Posting subject to approval.<\/em><\/p>\n

Fix Long Beach Free Spay\/Neuter Clinic:\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m.\u20133 p.m., Ramona Park, 3301 E. 65th St., Long Beach, free spay\/neuter for qualifying Long Beach residents with appointment; free microchips, shots, flea-med doses, dewormers and nail trimmings $10 each\u2014no appointment necessary. Appointments available for future clinics\u2014come make one.<\/p>\n

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Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic, sponsored by Long Beach Animal Care Services and spcaLA:\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.\u20131 p.m., Silverado Park, 1545 W. 31st St., Long Beach, see text for pricing.<\/p>\n

In addition to the vaccinations, Animal Care Services will bring their Adoption Waggin\u2019 for pet adoptions and a pet licensing specialist. $10 bordetella vaccinations for dogs; $20 CIV** vaccinations for dogs; $15 DA2PPV vaccinations for dogs; $15\u201325 deworming for cats and dogs; $15 FeLV vaccinations for cats; $15 flea treatment for cats and dogs; $15 FVRCP vaccinations for cats; $25 microchips for dogs and cats; $7 rabies vaccinations for cats and dogs; $45 kitten package for kittens 6\u201312 weeks old, includes FVRCP, dewormer and microchip; $55 puppy package for puppies 6\u201312 weeks old, Includes DA2PPV, bordetella, dewormer and microchip. All dogs on leash or carrier, all cats in carriers.<\/strong> Bring medical records if you have them. Cash and credit accepted.<\/p>\n

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Feline Good Social Club Grand Opening:\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m., 301 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, adoption fees apply.<\/p>\n

We don\u2019t need coffee to keep us awake for this event! Finally, feline-ally, Long Beach is getting its own permanent cat caf\u00e9! Three entrepreneurial, passionate cat ladies\u00a0have pounced on this opportunity to place rescue cats in a permanent and loving home. The Feline Good Social Club will have its grand opening in the heart of Downtown Long Beach and will offer a unique opportunity to socialize with adoptable cats in a playful environment supplemented with unlimited gourmet coffee and tea.<\/p>\n

The grand opening will feature a VIP Package with exclusives perks for those who would like additional time with the cats in a luxury setting, and merch bags filled with cat-themed gifts are sure to tickle your whiskers. All of the cats are rescued from the local rescue group Long Beach Felines<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Do Good with Burritos Fundraiser:\u00a0<\/strong>Sunday, April 28, 4\u20138 p.m., Chipotle, Marina Pacifica Mall<\/a>, 6376 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, menu prices apply.<\/p>\n

Whoever would have thought that fundraising would be such a gas! Dine at Chipotle during this event, show the above flyer on your phone or printed out, and 33 percent of the proceeds will benefit Fix Long Beach to help spay and neuter as many cats and dogs as possible. Cool beans, right?<\/p>\n

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Helen Sanders CatPAWS Bowling Fundraiser:\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, May 11, 3\u20135 p.m., Westminster Lanes, 6471 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, $40 per ticket.<\/p>\n

You know that if you draw whiskers on the head of a bowling pin and paste pointed ears on the crown that it\u2019ll resemble a cat sitting up? That and the fact that it\u2019s a good fund-raising idea for the cats and kittens under the care of Helen Sanders CatPAWS<\/a> rescue. This annual event raises money for food, veterinary bills (they mount) and neonatal care, including the free DIY kits for bottle-feeders that CatPAWS makes available free of charge at the shelter. Details are on the flyer\u2014so roll one down an alley for the alley cats!<\/p>\n

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Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA) annual membership meeting, featuring shelter manager Staycee Dains:\u00a0<\/strong>Thursday, May 23, 6:30\u20138 p.m., Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach, free.<\/p>\n

Join Friends of Long Beach Animals in welcoming new Animal Care Services Manager Staycee Dains. Staycee will be sharing her lifelong love of animals and her vision of bettering the lives of pets and homeless animals in our community. FOLBA members and the community at large are welcome.<\/p>\n

Ongoing<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Pick-a-Pittie adoption opportunity:\u00a0<\/strong>shelter hours<\/a>, <\/strong>through April 14, Long Beach Animal Care Services and spcaLA, 7700 E. Spring St. (at entrance to El Dorado Park), Long Beach, choose your own adoption fee.<\/p>\n

Pit bulls are among the most common types of dogs found in shelters. They\u2019re also largely misunderstood. Thankfully, they\u2019re becoming popular as loyal companion pets. If you\u2019d like to add one to your family, here\u2019s your chance to not only pick a pittie but also pick the price you\u2019ll pay for the adoption fee! The special is for qualified adopters only.<\/p>\n

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Adopt, adopt, adopt<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The following pet-related businesses regularly feature cat, dog and rabbit adoptions. If you\u2019re a Long Beach-area rescue and don\u2019t see your adoption event listed here, please email\u00a0pets@lbpost.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Chase Bank, 5200 E. Second St., Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n