For you, the pet-loving reader, we offer a new spinoff of an existing Long Beach Post column. The now-standalone Pet Projects will be devoted entirely to adoption, events and other kibble. From now on, the Scratching Post will feature articles only.
Virtually Pets
“He’s amazing. Some of us have dared say sexy,” said a shelter staff member of Manolo. He’s five years old, neutered and ready to go. By the looks of him, he seems to have a lot to say, as do many Siamese. His story is a sad but not uncommon one: His family lost their home, and they cannot keep cats where they’re going. Can you make his story end well?
Meet Manolo at Long Beach Animal Care Services, 7700 East Spring Street, Long Beach, at the entrance to El Dorado Park. Ask for ID#A494777.
Mark Your Calendars (the Human Way)
Friends of Long Beach Animals 26th Annual Membership Meeting, Wednesday, June 24, 6:30 PM, Long Beach Playhouse, 5021 East Anaheim Street, Long Beach, free
Join Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA) for an evening of pet-themed events featuring Terry Long, a certified professional dog trainer, behavior consultant and owner of DogPACT, a Long Beach-based dog-training company. Terry and her team of certified trainers provide a variety of classes for pet manners, agility, and nose work, as well as private consultations for serious behavior problems. Her dogs, Kiwi and Pretzel, will provide entertainment that’s not to be missed. Refreshments will be served. FOLBA would love volunteers!
14th Year Anniversary of Rosie’s Dog Beach, Wednesday, June 24, Rosie’s Dog Beach, 5000 East Ocean Boulevard between Roycroft and Granada avenues
Rosie’s Dog Beach remains the only off-leash dog beach in L.A. County. It was established to celebrate the life of Rosie the Bulldog, who was the first swimmer into the water when the beach was dedicated 14 years ago. Look for the wonderful design designators that mark the boundaries of the beach, and splash away with your best buddy. Find out more about Rosie’s Dog Beach here.
Animal Care Services Fund-Raiser, Thursday, June 25, 11:00AM–10:00PM;, PizzaRev, 7551B Carson Boulevard in Towne Center, Long Beach
Let’s raise some dough for the shelter animals! PizzaRev is donating 20 percent of its table to Long Beach Animal Care Services, so order something with everything on it!
Animal Care Services Shelter Adoptions, Saturday and Sunday, June 27, noon–7:00PM; June 28, 10:00AM–5:00PM, PetSmart, 7631 Carson Boulevard, Long Beach
Cats and dogs needing forever homes are waiting for the right one at these events. After one finds you, pop in to PetSmart and get all the necessities.
Pours for Paws, Saturday, June 27, 6:00–9:00PM, Howl Event Space, 237 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach, $50 single, $90 couple, $100 foursome
Join the Seal Beach Animal Care Center (SBACC) for a delightful evening in the courtyard of a historical house to enjoy live jazz, hors d’oeuvres, tasting great vintages, and a silent raffle and auction. It’s a great evening out for you and an even better one that will benefit the dogs and cats at SBACC! Contact [email protected] for tickets and info.
Low-Cost Pet Vaccination Clinics, Thursday, July 2, 4:00–7:00PM, Scherer Park, 4600 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach
Pet owners must be 18 years or older. All pets must be on leashes or in carriers. Only healthy and non-pregnant animals will be vaccinated. If you have a prior rabies vaccine certificate, license tag or license renewal notice for your pet, please bring it with you to the clinic. Vaccination and microchip services are provided for pets residing in any city. Licensing service is provided for residents within our jurisdiction: Long Beach, Signal Hill, Cerritos, Los Alamitos and Seal Beach. For more service information and pricing please visit Southern California Veterinary Vaccine Clinics.
Ongoing:
Friends of Long Beach Animals Humane Education Program, Free, Ongoing until July
Reserve a date for this necessary program now, as it will go on hiatus in mid-June. Friends of Long Beach Animals (FOLBA) stands by its word when it says it actively supports teaching children kindness to and respect for animals. FOLBA has provided several copies of humane books to all of the libraries in the Long Beach Unified School District, all the Public Libraries in Long Beach and Signal Hill, as well as to Raising-a-Reader and to Mary Bethune Transitional Center (assisting homeless children who need reading improvement so they can attend regular LBUSD classes). This interactive humane education program is free to all schools in the Long Beach Unified School District, Girl and Boy Scout Troops, Long Beach Parks and Libraries and Community Groups.
Basic elements of the program are as follows:
- Humane treatment of all living creatures
- Basic pet care
- Proper behavior around animals
- Responsibilities and rewards of pet ownership
- Handouts and study materials
- Follow-up activities
For information, contact Friends’ office, 562.988.7647
Monthly Mutt Mingles, Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and PawBar, 4818 East Second Street, Long Beach, third Wednesday of every month; and 222 East Broadway, third Thursday of every month, 6:00–8:00PM
Join P&P for their monthly mixer, and enjoy special treats, toasts, and plenty of in-store tail-wagging. Mutt Mingles are a great way for your dog to learn valuable social skills. It’s a chance for them to experience and interact in a social setting with food, drink and plenty of other distractions! It’s important for your dog to learn how to behave around other dogs and people so that they’ll be the stars of the dog park and the dog beach. The indoor facility provides for a very comfortable setting and fun atmosphere. Dogs may be off-leash if supervised closely by their owners. For their protection, we lock the front door so dogs are safe from the street traffic.
SpcaLA Friends for Life Summer Camp, June–August, spcaLA P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village & Education Center, 7700 East Spring Street Long Beach
Paws down, this is the best summer camp around. Kids eight to 13 will learn the basics of pet care and responsibility, respect for all animals, and the beginnings of dog training—all while making the best kinds of friends—those who care about animals! There are 10 sessions available, each running Monday through Friday. Enroll on our website, available at this link.
#PizzaRevPets Campaign, throughout June
In celebration of National Pet Adoption Month, PizzaRev has launched the #PizzaRevPets campaign to help find forever homes for sheltered or abandoned animals. Throughout June, animal lovers are encouraged to share their favorite adopted pet photos and their adoption story via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, using #PizzaRevPets. PizzaRev will choose one grand prize winner to receive free pizza for a year. The winning photo will be displayed at PizzaRev restaurants across the country. Ten winners will receive a $100 PizzaRev gift card. PizzaRev, where you can craft your own pizza, has devoted time and funding to pet adoption, and many of the employees have adopted pets of their own; the Long Beach store is located in the Towne Center, 7551B Carson Avenue, near the movie theater.