{"id":1634,"date":"2016-12-23T20:32:57","date_gmt":"2016-12-23T20:32:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lbpost.com\/articles\/life\/pets\/pet-projects-this-holiday-empty-a-cage-and-fill-a-heart\/"},"modified":"2016-12-23T20:32:57","modified_gmt":"2016-12-23T20:32:57","slug":"pet-projects-this-holiday-empty-a-cage-and-fill-a-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/esd\/hi-lo\/pets\/pet-projects-this-holiday-empty-a-cage-and-fill-a-heart","title":{"rendered":"This Holiday\u2014Empty a Cage and Fill a Heart"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Please send any Long Beach or Seal Beach pet-related events or projects to\u00a0pets@lbpost.com<\/a>. Posting subject to approval.<\/p>\n

Virtually Pets<\/h1>\n

I can\u2019t say this enough\u2014pets are not presents. They\u2019re not inanimate objects that you can return to the seller if they get too much for you or if the recipients didn\u2019t want one or just doesn\u2019t like the one they got. Or if they don\u2019t match the curtains. The shelters and rescues are full of these \u201cgift exchanges,\u201d and some of the ones in the shelter don\u2019t make it out, despite every effort that\u2019s made.<\/p>\n

But there are still people who are bound and determined to present someone with a puppy or a kitten under the tree\u2014hopefully not giftwrapped\u2014or in a stocking. If that\u2019s the case, hand him or her this coupon and insist that they adopt them. Don\u2019t go to a pet store\u2014just Google \u201cpet stores puppy mills\u201d and you\u2019ll understand. Instead, visit our shelter or one of the genuinely loving rescues listed below with your loved one, buddy or other close person, and give them the coupon below or email a copy to them with the promise of \u00a0needs a new friend, gift this coupon with a promise of paying the shelter fee. Then, let the pet and the person<\/p>\n

find each other.<\/p>\n

Pets aren\u2019t presents\u2014you\u2019re a gift to them, and vice versa.<\/p>\n

\"pet<\/p>\n

Graphic by Michelle Manion<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Shelters and rescues have puppies and kittens, and in the spirit of the season, we\u2019ll concentrate on the need rather than the cause, to paraphrase a proverb. But there are also adult dogs and cats who get overlooked for something \u201ccuter.\u201d Children get older, and they\u2019ll get older, too, to paraphrase a rock icon.<\/p>\n

These guys here got older. Some of them have been at our shelter for a long time, and they need to go home. Can you deliver? Make your first stop Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs<\/a>, 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach, at the entrance to El Dorado Park (no parking charge for shelter visitors).<\/p>\n

Have a wonderful holiday, and we hope that you\u2019ll make it wonderful for a dog or a cat. Or both. Fa-la-la-la-arf <\/i>and myow-wow-purr!<\/p>\n

All images below courtesy of ACS.<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Amor\"<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Amor<\/strong> is interested in being your holiday love, just like her name! She\u2019s a lover indeed! The heart-shape spot she has on her side penetrates all the way to her own heart. She\u2019s on the young side\u2014a 4-year-old pittie\u2014and has lots of energy. She\u2019s been with ACS since September. Please take her home to have Valentine\u2019s Day with you! Ask for ID#A578490.<\/p>\n

\"Tippy<\/p>\n

Tippy Toes<\/strong> is currently with a foster (pictured with him above) because he\u2019s recovering from a pain-alleviation surgery. When he recovers, he\u2019ll be all ready to play with you. He\u2019s about three years old and a lovely metallic gray pit bull terrier. He\u2019s also been at ACS since September. Ask for ID#A578340.<\/p>\n

\"Lenny\"<\/p>\n

Do you have hiking plans? Do you like to charge around the town? So does Lenny<\/strong>. Lenny\u2019s high energy and would like to go home with someone who can channel that energy through exercise and education about walking gently on a leash. Lenny\u2019s a year-old pittie and can smile big! Ask for ID#A581362.<\/p>\n

\"Orbit\"<\/p>\n

What\u2019s that sound? Is it muted jingle bells? Nope\u2014it\u2019s Orbit<\/strong>\u2019s purr! This little girl has been at ACS since October and needs to switch orbits to someone\u2019s heart. She\u2019s a year-old brown domestic shorthair tabby who\u2019s affectionate and curious. She\u2019d be a great \u201cstarter cat\u201d for someone who wants to see what it\u2019s like to live with one. Ask for ID#A581086.<\/p>\n

\"Mama\"<\/p>\n

Mama<\/strong>, a beautiful 2-year-old domestic medium-hair tortie, was left at the shelter by her owner, in October. She\u2019s shy but quite friendly when she warms up, and looks as if she could warm up your hands and feet! She displays none of that tortie attitude! Ask for ID#A580774.<\/p>\n

\"PetsAreNotPresents\"<\/p>\n

The following links to shelters and rescues are excellent places to start your search. If you have any change jingling in your pockets, they gladly accept donations. Please email pets@lbpost.com<\/a> or post in the comments section any other legitimate rescues that may have been left out:<\/p>\n

Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs<\/a><\/p>\n

Spcala http:\/\/www.spcala.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Helen Sanders CatPAWS http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/home.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Live Love Pet Care and Animal Rescue https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LiveLovePets\/?fref=ts&ref=br_tf&qsefr=1<\/a><\/p>\n

Kitty Katchers http:\/\/www.kittykatchers.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

The Little Lion Foundation https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/search\/top\/?q=Little%20Lion%20Foundation<\/a><\/p>\n

Zoey\u2019s Place Rescue https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/zoeysplacerescue\/?fref=ts<\/a><\/p>\n

West Coast Animal Rescue (WeCare) https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WestCoastAnimalRescue\/?fref=ts<\/a><\/p>\n

Jellicle Cats Rescue Foundation https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JellicleCatsRescueFoundation\/?fref=ts<\/a><\/p>\n

Long Beach Spay & Neuter Foundation http:\/\/lbsn.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Making Biscuits Cat Rescue https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MakingBiscuitsCatRescue\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Fix Long Beach https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FixLongBeach\/<\/a> isn\u2019t a rescue organization, but the hundreds of cats and dogs spayed and neutered there have brought down shelter euthanasia numbers and help lower the number of unwanted animals. They take donations, too! Proud disclaimer: I\u2019m an equally proud volunteer.<\/p>\n

Mark Your Calendars (the People Way)<\/h1>\n

\"Cat<\/p>\n

Pet Adoption Event at PFE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, January 7, 11:00AM\u20133:00PM, Pet Food Express, 4220 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Adoption fees apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

Find your new best friend and everything that he or she could ever want or need, in one place. Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs<\/a> and other rescues will be bringing some wonderful dogs ready to go home with their new people. Everything is high quality at Pet Food Express, and that includes the adoptive pets! Check out the Cat Adoption Center, featuring fine felines from Long Beach Animal Care Services and Stray Cat Alliance.<\/p>\n

\"Fix\"Hope<\/p>\n

Fix Long Beach Free Spay\/Neuter Clinic<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, January 14, 7:30AM\u20134:00PM, Houghton Park, 6500 Atlantic Avenue (near Jordan High), Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free to qualifying residents; free microchips; low-cost shots ($10 each); $10 flea med doses<\/strong><\/p>\n

The grassroots free spay\/neuter organization<\/strong> Fix Long Beach invites you to make an appointment for your unfixed dog, or get vouchers for free procedures for your dog or cat! These clinics are generously sponsored through Hope for Paws https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/eldad75<\/a> and Eldad Hagar.<\/p>\n

Visit this link http:\/\/www.fixlongbeach.com<\/a> for qualifications and an application for your appointment. There is also a donation button to help Fix Long Beach continue their efforts. Click the organization\u2019s Amazon Wish List link https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/registry\/wishlist\/ref=nav_youraccount_wl?ie=UTF8&requiresSignIn=1<\/a>to donate items, or bring them to the event if you find a better deal!<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s continue to help make Long Beach no kill, one pet at a time!<\/p>\n

Ongoing<\/h1>\n

\"1<\/p>\n

Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) Information for Low-Cost Vaccinations and Spay\/Neuter Clinics<\/strong><\/p>\n

7700 East Spring Street at entrance to El Dorado Park (no fee for shelter visitors), Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prices vary<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vouchers that take a big bite, so to speak, out of the cost of spay\/neuter procedures are available at ACS during their public hours. Visit this link http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs\/about-us\/spay-and-neuter\/<\/a> for information on clinics that accept the vouchers and for other spay\/neuter assistance.<\/p>\n

For low-cost vaccines, visit this link http:\/\/snpla.org\/<\/a>. Note that pet owners must be 18 years or older, all pets must be on leashes or in carriers, and only healthy and non-pregnant animals will be vaccinated. Please bring prior vaccination information with you to the clinic. Vaccination and microchip services are provided for pets residing in any city. Licensing is provided for residents within our jurisdiction at Saturday clinics; please bring your renewal notice and rabies certificate with you.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"LiveLove\"<\/p>\n

Live Love Pet Care: Pay What You Wish for the Holidays<\/strong><\/p>\n

(213) 282-PAWS, through December 31 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Cost: Entirely up to you, for the first visit<\/strong><\/p>\n

The holidays are here, and care for your pets is one thing you can check off your wish list! Now through New Year\u2019s Eve, book your first in-home pet care service (dog walking, pet sitting or Overnight) with Live Love Pet Care http:\/\/www.livelovepetcare.com<\/a>, and after the visit, pay what you wish!<\/p>\n

\"WeCARE\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

West Coast Animal Rescue (WeCARE) Online Fund-Raiser<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ongoing, Through Lynch Creek Farm<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prices vary; donations also welcome<\/strong><\/p>\n

Support West Coast Animal Rescue by purchasing holiday products from this family-owned farm. The beautiful products are fresh, no trees are killed to make the wreaths, shipping is free, and you can pick your shipping date. So why support big box stores? Support a small rescue which does great things. Information available here https:\/\/www.lynchcreekfundraising.com\/campaigns\/53074-west-coast-animal-rescue\/store?fundraiser_id=174311<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"PliatesX\"<\/p>\n

Pilates X Donation Drive for spcaLA<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through January 1, 2017, Pilates X Studio, 5555 East Stearns Street, #108, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

In-Kind Donation<\/strong><\/p>\n

In an effort to help homeless animals, Pilates X is requesting dry and wet pet food for kittens, cats, puppies and dogs; non-clumping cat litter; durable toys; treats; and new or gently used towels and blankets. All donations will help the animals housed at spcaLA.<\/p>\n

\"Marathon\"<\/p>\n

Registration for Team spcaLA for the LA Marathon<\/strong><\/p>\n

Saturday, March 18, 5k; Sunday, March 19, Marathon; Dodger\u2019s Stadium, 1000 Elysian Park Avenue, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/p>\n

5k, $40; Marathon, $175<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join Team spcaLA for the LA Marathon or LA Big 5K and help stop animal cruelty with each step.Visit link https:\/\/spcala.com\/event\/team-spcala-in-the-la-big-5k-la-marathon\/<\/a> for details<\/p>\n

\"BARK\"<\/p>\n

BARK Therapy Dogs Library Appearances<\/strong><\/p>\n

Various area libraries (Long Beach events generally held on Saturdays)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Free event<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dogs love unconditionally. They don\u2019t judge or criticize. And they love a good story. Bring your children to the library to read to these lovely therapy dogs, and watch their confidence in their reading ability grow.<\/p>\n

BARK (Beach Animals Reading with Kids) is an all-volunteer group dedicated to increasing children\u2019s reading skills as well as interacting with pets. Check the calendar page http:\/\/barkdogs.org\/Calendar.html<\/a> on the group\u2019s website, and find out more about this terrific organization.<\/p>\n

Free Pet Food Distributions<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Food<\/strong><\/p>\n

Food for Pets in Need https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FeedingOutOfDevotion2Pets\/<\/a>provides pet food to senior, homeless, low-income and homebound residents in Long Beach who otherwise may not be able to afford adequate food to take proper care of their pets.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Pet<\/p>\n

The Pet Food Bank is sponsored by Christian Outreach in Action http:\/\/www.coalongbeach.org\/<\/a>. See flyer for details.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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