{"id":361,"date":"2018-11-30T15:58:41","date_gmt":"2018-11-30T23:58:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/?p=999929256"},"modified":"2018-11-30T15:58:41","modified_gmt":"2018-11-30T23:58:41","slug":"walk-with-the-big-dogs-in-the-belmont-shore-christmas-parade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/esd\/hi-lo\/pets\/walk-with-the-big-dogs-in-the-belmont-shore-christmas-parade","title":{"rendered":"Walk with the big dogs in the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Please send any Long Beach or Seal Beach pet-related events or projects to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:pets@lbpost.com\">pets@lbpost.com<\/a>. Posting subject to approval.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.folba.org\/\">Friends of Long Beach Animals<\/a> is Long Beach\u2019s most venerable animal-welfare organization\u2014so venerable, in fact, that it has whiskers. Literally. Since 1990, FOLBA has been looking after the needs of bewhiskered residents of Long Beach by facilitating adoptions, supporting our shelter\u2019s pets, and providing big bites out of spay\/neuter procedures for people who can\u2019t afford high veterinary prices.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s FOLBA float at the Belmont Shore Christmas parade has invited a number of local pet organizations to walk with them. You\u2019re invited, too, to come by yourself or walk your well-behaved dog (it\u2019s advisable to leave the cats at home) with FOLBA and the following rescues and shelters:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs\">Long Beach Animal Care Services (LBACS)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LiveLovePets\/\">Live Love Rescue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Sparky-and-the-Gang-Animal-Rescue-116737948355766\/\">Sparky and the Gang<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thelittlelionfoundation\/\">The Little Lion Foundation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FARSideJourney\/\">FAR Side Journey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JellicleCatsRescueFoundation\/\">Jellicle Cats Rescue Foundation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/straycatalliance.org\/\">Stray Cat Alliance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/search\/top\/?q=fix%20long%20beach%20pets%20and%20animals&amp;epa=SEARCH_BOX\">Fix Long Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please be advised, though, that there will be marching bands that include drums and all kinds of things that may upset your pet. Luckily, the float is situated toward the front of the parade\u2014space 28\u2014and the bands are toward the end (the Harry Bridges Marching Bulldogs, space 84, are a performance-dance group, not dogs marching in step). Use your judgement. And let\u2019s hope that the rain gives parade-goers a break.<\/p>\n<p>You may meet these good dogs at the parade as well. They\u2019re from LBACS and would love to go home\u2014forever\u2014for the holidays.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929262 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/King-A551949-970x727.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>King<\/strong> (ID# A551949), found as a stray, is 6 years old and loves a walk around the castle moat or a romp with little princes and princesses. He\u2019s adorable even not considering his size, and loves to play with the volunteers at the shelter.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929265 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Regina-970x1293.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If we have a King, then by all means, we need a queen!\u00a0<strong>Regina<\/strong> (ID#A616799), Latin for queen, is a 4-year-old terrier mix. Despite her size, she has quite the regal demeanor.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929259 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/duke-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Then, of course, we need the rest of the court. Here&#8217;s <strong>Duke <\/strong>(ID#A347815), a 13-year-old wise fellow who&#8217;s still playful. Adopt a senior dog or cat from LBACS and bring the paperwork to <a href=\"https:\/\/thaisilklbc.com\/7167\">Thai Silk Restaurant\u00a0<\/a>on Broadway and get $25 toward a delicious meal.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929258 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Buster-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Darling little <strong>Buster<\/strong> (ID#A616873) is a male miniature poodle, about 6 years old. Poodles are smart and playful, and this guy would make such a lovely playmate and companion.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929260 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Fancy-970x1293.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Fancy<\/strong> (ID#A616885) is a 5-year-old terrier mix. LBACS thought she was tan when she was found, and then she cleaned up.\u00a0Fancy that! Or should we say &#8220;Fancy, that!&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929257 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/brooklyn-970x1011.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"625\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And, finally, there&#8217;s <strong>Brooklyn\u00a0<\/strong>(ID#A617663), and is that a face! He&#8217;s a male Chihuahua\/terrier mix, about a year old. You&#8217;ll fall for Brooklyn in a New York minute.<\/p>\n<p>See you at the parade!<\/p>\n<h4>Things to do, pets to support<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999927322 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Happy-Meowr-970x545.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"337\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Happy Meowur:<\/strong> Sunday, Dec. 2, 4:30\u20136 p.m., Kobe Steakhouse, 3001 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach. Suggested donation $15.<\/p>\n<p>Visit with the CatPAWS rescue and adoption team to find out what this wonderful adoption organization has done for cats and newborn kittens during the year, what they\u2019ll do next year, and how you can help. Appetizers available. Humans only, naturally.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fix Long Beach Free Spay\/Neuter Clinic, sponsored in part by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rossmoorwomansclub.com\/first-connection\">Rossmoor Woman\u2019s Club<\/a><\/strong>: Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 a.m.\u20133 p.m., Ramona Park, 3301 E. 65th 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<p>It\u2019s the law that dogs and cats must be fixed, in Long Beach and many Southern California cities. 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. <strong>Make an appointment through IM or email at <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:fixlongbeachinfo@gmail.com\">fixlongbeachinfo@gmail.com<\/a><strong>;<\/strong> include (1) your name, (2) address, (3) phone number, (4) pet&#8217;s name, (5) age, (6) sex, (7) breed, and (8) weight. Standby available at 8:30 a.m. <strong>Vouchers are provided through Long Beach Animal Care Services (ACS) Spay\/Neuter Assistance Voucher Program<\/strong> for pets without appointments or dogs too large to fit on the vehicle\u2014they may be used at specified veterinary clinics. <strong>For both spay\/neuter and vaccinations,<\/strong> <strong>all dogs must be on sturdy leashes and all cats must be in dedicated carriers.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929267 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Timmons-adoption-970x645.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Timmons Subaru Adoption Event: <\/strong>Sunday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m.\u20133 p.m., Timmons Subaru,\u00a03950 Cherry Ave., Long Beach. Adoption fees apply.<\/p>\n<p>Four-legged friends from our shelter at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs\">Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a> and at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spcala.com\/\">spcaLA<\/a> are searching for their special forever homes this holiday, and you could be the one to bring them the gift of love, warmth and family. Join Timmons Subaru in helping to provide our tail-wagging, wet-nosed and fluffy buddies with a warm place to stay for the holidays and for the rest of their lives as a part of your family. Remember: absolutely <em>no <\/em>trade-ins.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929266 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Santa-Paws-1-970x485.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Haute Dogs\u2019 Operation Santa Paws: <\/strong>Saturday, Dec. 22, 11:30 a.m.\u20133:30 p.m., Long Beach Animal Care Services,\u00a0 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach. Bring food, toys and supplies to distribute.<\/p>\n<p>Santa Paws himself (you may know him as Justin Rudd) and his helpers (you) will bring toys and goodies to all the good cats, dogs and bunnies and cleaning supplies for the staff in three shelters: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.longbeach.gov\/acs\">Long Beach Animal Care Services<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.spcala.com\">spcaLA<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sbacc.org\/\">Seal Beach Animal Care Center<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ocpetinfo.com\/\">Orange County Animal Care<\/a>. (See the wish list <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hautedogs.org\/santapawsgiftlist.pdf\">here<\/a>.) Participants will meet at LBACS\u2019s parking lot, pass out items at the Long Beach locations, and either caravan to the other shelters or just do Long Beach, if preferred. If you or a business or organization you\u2019re connected with wants to start an independent collection, download a poster <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hautedogs.org\/santapawsposter8.5x11.pdf\">here<\/a> and follow the instructions on the Santa Paws <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hautedogs.org\/santapaws.html\">website<\/a>. All information is readily available there. Happy holidays to all critters and those of us who love them!<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Ongoing<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Adopt, adopt, adopt<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:pets@lbpost.com\">pets@lbpost.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Petco Animal Supplies, Marina Shores,\u00a06500 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/\">Helen Sanders CatPAWS,\u00a0<\/a>permanent adoption center, store hours<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rabbitrescue.com\/\">Rabbit Rescue Inc.<\/a>, adoptable rabbits daily, store hours<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LiveLovePets\/?ref=br_rs\">Live Love Animal Rescue<\/a>, first Sunday of the month, 1\u20133 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Unleashed by Petco,\u00a0600 Redondo Ave.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/fhprsouth.com\/\">Foreverhome Pet Rescue, Inc.<\/a>, Sundays, noon\u20134 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart, Long Beach Exchange,\u00a03871 N. Lakewood Blvd., Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheCatCovePetRescue\/\">The Cat Cove<\/a>, Saturdays, noon\u20134 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JellicleCatsRescueFoundation\/\">Jellicle Cats Foundation<\/a>, Saturdays, noon-4 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart Signal Hill,\u00a02550 Cherry Ave., Signal Hill<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/KITTYKATCHERSLB\/\">Kitty Katchers<\/a>, Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.\u20133:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.straycatalliance.org\/\">Stray Cat Alliance<\/a>, permanent adoption center, store hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart Cerritos, <\/strong><strong>12741 Towne Center Drive, Cerritos<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlelionfoundation.org\/\">The Little Lion Foundation<\/a>, permanent adoption center, store hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart Compton,\u00a01775 South Alameda St., Compton<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zazzycats.com\/\">Zazzy Cats Kitty Rescue,<\/a>permanent adoption center, store hours<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rabbitrescue.com\/\">Rabbit Rescue Inc<\/a>., one adoptable rabbit daily, store hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart Garden Grove, 9835 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlelionfoundation.org\/\">The Little Lion Foundation<\/a>, permanent adoption center, store hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PetSmart Seal Beach,\u00a012341 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/\">Helen Sanders CatPAWS<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/\">permanent adoption center<\/a>, store hours<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/dogsinneedorg.com\/\">Dogs in Need<\/a>,\u00a0Saturdays, 9 a.m.\u20132 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pet Food Express, 4220 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LBPFEcats\/\">Pet Food Express Cat Adoption Center<\/a>, permanent adoption center, business hours alternate weekends, 10 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fixlongbeach.com\/\">Fix Long Beach<\/a>, occasional weekends<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LiveLovePets\/?ref=br_rs\">Live Love Animal Rescue<\/a>, first Saturday of each month, 11 a.m.\u20132 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ozzieandfriendsrescue.org\/\">Ozzie and Friends Rescue<\/a>, 11 a.m.\u20132 p.m., alternate Sundays.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlelionfoundation.org\/\">The Little Lion Foundation<\/a>, alternate weekends, 11 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/zazzycatsrescue\/?ref=br_rs\">Zazzy Cats<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0Gelson\u2019s Market, 6255 E. 2nd St.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Sparky-and-the-Gang-Animal-Rescue-116737948355766\/app\/128953167177144\/\">Sparky and the Gang Animal Rescue<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Chase Bank, 5200 East Second St., Long Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/lbsn.org\/\">Long Beach Spay &amp; Neuter Foundation<\/a>, noon\u20134 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Long Beach Shelter forgives license penalties: through Dec. 31<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Merry Christmas! Long Beach Animal Care Services is forgiving all past license penalties and fines for Long Beach residents. If your pet\u2019s license has lapsed, bring it, visit: 7700 E. Spring St. Long Beach, CA 90815, call: 562-570-PETS or online at:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.longbeach.gov%2Facs%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1pIMmWMfBEUxpf-h5rtn9xQL_9__OEFSt7ywJIjP3LquTLftbq86JoxrU&amp;h=AT0-NoY_gEtWHWtGPVENPZN6jHcgYwNItz3t7_gSdIeZd-XqqeUYbp5x9MtECSY0NC0uY-1gFoi4vanNyqXH8dsIQorKcRxYtH7F9jdEN06AmKXcwy1ZEL-AyNGInzONN3mNiR0\">www.longbeach.gov\/acs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999929264 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/LIttle-Paws.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"490\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Long Beach Little Paws Project needs donations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The most vulnerable animals in the public shelter system are kittens under two pounds. These fragile babies, especially those not yet eating on their own, are typically euthanized on intake at most public shelters. In an effort to change the fate of far too many kittens, two non-profit rescue organizations, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/thelittlelionfoundation\/\">The Little Lion Foundation<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/\">Helen Sanders CatPAWS<\/a>, have launched a joint effort to create and operate a kitten nursery. This nursery will give kittens too young to be adopted or those who need medical care a safe place to heal and grow. Newborn kittens are fragile and vulnerable. You can tell by those photos\u2014if you look closely, you\u2019ll see the beautiful cat that each of them will grow to be. Please read all about them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littlepawsproject.org\/?fbclid=IwAR0BUam5wLUzVJevY7m2EXwHrF01xphsgrWPeXUKz7by01h-RSpeJ2MnwHk\">here<\/a>, and please, please donate.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-999927321 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Calendar.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"962\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>2009 Pet Calendars!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Deck your walls with vows to rescue! We have a growing list of calendars that feature rescued pets who\u2019ve found great homes! Your purchase of a calendar will help each rescue continue its quest to provide the best possible world for animals! All proceeds go to the rescue, not to mention paying for the printing. These are nice calendars!<\/p>\n<p>Ordering information is on the links.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.helensanderscatpaws.com\/showusyourkittiescalendar.html\">Helen Sanders CatPAWS \u201cShow Us Your Kitties\u201d calendar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/JellicleCatsRescueFoundation\/?__tn__=kCH-R&amp;eid=ARDL_rLLftM57FCE5Es1uwuMswdnoWZLbLRmsnb5XOldeKk8uY3NZm5Ej1N1wbiqlzllXHH0GtDOmtDW&amp;hc_ref=ARTwNKnVU9Y53vBujC7m7dsNbdpzk9xalUP1iPo54qeuhE3a5R9qx7tA2z8CKNaqgVU&amp;fref=nf&amp;__xts__%5b0%5d=68.ARCnVZpXU5PgK80rQvwN-n89MPMJK3y_Qrhr9Y-AELTchxQX1zctufLM6CmmL06a_QTaLljtTxaFoyO5YeT0zgFM2Kv5DV4pywNwFsAsveCKSuKVW0guw7U6iGwdOpgjnFfQjQdJiK7GQoAec2hdr67z4H8c9xEiDD5hA9vIA_uut951oE2Apc0KXc7_JnmtSx7fyNNVZeawttlIQxqGqMTaIT8USn3Pb4N8fMKniaX-isV947SCteUWsHXtFIlHR8mFGUmNEP4EtFFNB7Savmpq9fKQC4OJCM9LE4uPvcPPlxcKgz8wKVAyjwwq6O9eSeMRssxl2a83hr_e8blU\">Jellicle Cats Rescue Foundation<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-62310 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Shelter-Shots.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"802\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Low-Cost Pet-Vaccination Clinics: <\/strong>For schedule, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/snpla.org\/\">this link<\/a><\/p>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Free Pet Food Distributions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pet food is available at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.beaconforhim.org\/\"><strong>Beacon for Him Ministries<\/strong><\/a>, 439 West Anaheim St., Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon and Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. A dog-washing station with a stainless-steel tub is also available onsite at these hours. Donations and supplies such as shampoo, flea control meds and pet food are always gratefully accepted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Pet Food Bank<\/strong> is sponsored by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.coalongbeach.org\/about\/\"><strong>Christian Outreach in Action<\/strong><\/a>, located at 515 E. 3rd St., Long Beach. Hours are Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.petsofthehomeless.org\"><strong>Pets of the Homeless<\/strong><\/a> provides many collection places across the country to help homeless people to feed and care for their animals. Please support them through a cash donation, or bring pet food to the Long Beach-area drop-off center, Trendi Pawz Grooming, 3726 E. 7th St, Long Beach. Access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petsofthehomeless.org\/get-help\/find-locations\/#latitude=33.75023094664221&amp;longitude=-118.21446761126708&amp;zoom=11&amp;types%255B%255D=food-supplies&amp;types%255B%255D=shelters&amp;types%255B%255D=resources&amp;types%255B%255D=donation-sites\">this link<\/a> for resources and donation areas in SoCal and across the country.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-55691 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lbpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Shelter_Enrichment_-_Copy.jpg\" alt=\"Shelter Enrichment - Copy\" width=\"620\" height=\"619\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Shelter-enrichment supplies requested for ACS\u2019s cats, dogs and rabbits:\u00a0<\/strong>drop-off Wednesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m.\u20134 p.m., shelter side of P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village, 7700 E. Spring St., Long Beach<\/p>\n<p>Creamy\u00a0peanut butter, yogurt, beef and chicken broth, pipe cleaners, toilet-paper and paper-towel rolls, catnip, canned pet food, wine-bottle corks (for cat toys) and ice cube trays all are needed. 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