{"id":274,"date":"2019-01-20T13:06:07","date_gmt":"2019-01-20T21:06:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/?p=999935093"},"modified":"2019-01-20T13:06:07","modified_gmt":"2019-01-20T21:06:07","slug":"meet-the-not-so-dead-end-kids-adopt-a-shelter-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/esd\/hi-lo\/pets\/meet-the-not-so-dead-end-kids-adopt-a-shelter-dog","title":{"rendered":"Meet the not-so-dead-end kids: Adopt a shelter dog!"},"content":{"rendered":"

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/191920245096738\/videos\/419162888887930\/?t=7<\/p>\n

Chloe, the little terrier mix left for dead in a dumpster<\/a>, is living the life every pet deserves. She\u2019s apparently happy in her foster home, with donations and good wishes. Naturally, Chloe has her own Facebook page<\/a> on which the admins chronicle her recovery, as much as is known (not much new, so far) about the ongoing investigation into her abuse, and field countless requests to adopt her.<\/p>\n

With so many people having space available for a dog and only one Chloe, and with so many dogs, cats and rabbits who are lingering and languishing in shelters, both Chloe\u2019s rescuers and I strongly feel that all that love for an animal can be better used to save others besides Chloe. She\u2019ll be fine. But our own shelter isn\u2019t what\u2019s referred to as no-kill, and frankly, until people stop abusing pets, refusing to spay and neuter, and dumping them at shelters, it likely won\u2019t be. Fill that space in your heart and make some more at the shelter.<\/p>\n

Here, then, are Sassafras, Junior and Dutch, which sounds like a list of supporting characters from \u201cThe Dead End Kids.\u201d They won\u2019t be if you take at least one of them home. The shelter is located in the P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village, 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach, at the entrance to El Dorado Park. No parking fee for shelter guests.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LongBeachAnimalCare\/videos\/2328828864017913\/?t=0<\/p>\n

Here’s\u00a0Sassafras <\/strong>(ID#A523481) enjoying social hour in the dog play yard at the shelter. As you can see, she gets along great with all the doggies. Volunteers and staff say that this beautiful 5-year-old pit bull terrier has a motherly quality about her, and her calm demeanor makes her a joy to be around.<\/p>\n

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Junior (ID#A559918) is a 2-year-old German shepherd who’s awfully good on a leash. Step lively!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Dutch (ID#A619825) is a 2-year-old male lounger who appears to be a Dutch shepherd mix (hence the name). Dutch would like to get out of dutch and go home with you.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Things to do, pets to support<\/h4>\n

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

Giving Gala 2019:\u00a0<\/strong>Wednesday, Feb. 13, 6 to 9 p.m., LBX The Hangar, 4180 McGowen St., Long Beach, ticket donation.<\/p>\n

The 5th City Council District will present a celebration in honor and support of Long Beach\u2019s local nonprofits, youth organizations and education-based charities. Of course, animal rescues are included! Participants will stroll through The Hanger and purchase all-inclusive crafts and artisanal food while enjoying the festive and pre-Valentine’s Day atmosphere, including a live musical performance.<\/p>\n

Admission includes complimentary craft beer and wine tastings. Silent auction and opportunity prizes will go on throughout the evening. All proceeds are given in support to the non-profit of choice. If you can’t attend but would still like to support, your ticket, which you can purchase here<\/a>, counts as a donation given to the selected charity.<\/p>\n

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CAAAAT CLINIC! Fix Long Beach Free Spay\/Neuter Clinic, sponsored by Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA):\u00a0<\/strong>Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m.\u20133 p.m., Cherry Park, 1901 E. 45th St., Long Beach, free spay\/neuter for qualifying Long Beach residents; free microchips; shots, flea-med doses, dewormers and nail trimmings $10 each.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the law to fix your pets in Long Beach and many Southern California cities. To add to this, cats can go into heat at 6 months old and have three litters a year, with an average of four kittens per litter. And those kittens have kittens. Who wants to do the math? Fix your cat instead! To provide this costly service to our Long Beach residents who otherwise couldn\u2019t afford it, Fix Long Beach offers this service free of charge.\u00a0Make an appointment through IM or email at\u00a0<\/strong>fixlongbeachinfo@gmail.com<\/a>;<\/strong>include (1) your name, (2) address, (3) phone number, (4) pet\u2019s name, (5) age, (6) sex, (7) breed, and (8) weight. Standby available at 8:30 a.m.\u00a0Vouchers are provided through Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) Spay\/Neuter Assistance Voucher Program<\/strong>\u00a0for pets without appointments or dogs too large to fit on the vehicle\u2014they may be used at specified veterinary clinics.\u00a0For both spay\/neuter and vaccinations,all dogs must be on sturdy leashes and all cats must be in dedicated carriers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mayor\u2019s Animal Care Visioning Task Force meeting:\u00a0<\/strong>Tuesday, Feb. 12, 11 a.m.\u20131 p.m., El Dorado West Community Center Social Hall, 2800 N. Studebaker Road, Long Beach, public invited<\/p>\n

Agenda to be announced.<\/p>\n

Ongoing<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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Adopt, adopt, adopt<\/strong><\/p>\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

Petco Animal Supplies, Marina Shores,\u00a06500 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n