Homes for the holidays

Precious Paws Animal Rescue, the Venango County Humane Society, Clarion PAWS and Tri-County Animal Rescue Center all have lots of furry faces who would just love to find a home for the holidays and beyond. However, All About Animals urges any would-be adopters to do their homework before taking in any pets over the holiday season.

Kitten candidates

Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin has several adoptable kitten candidates. It also recently helped an injured cat. And don’t forget Photos with Santa Paws is Saturday.

‎LA Lockhart‎ with Precious Paws posted about her foster cats on the group’s Facebook page.

“I am currently fostering these two adorable and very sweet and lovable 10-week-old litter mates, vetted and fixed male babies. If you or anyone you know is interested in giving them a furrever home, please contact PPAR,” the post said.

Precious Paws volunteer Christy Fackler latest foster kitty’s name is Frodo.

Precious pics

Precious Paws will be sponsoring Photos with Santa Paws from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Seneca Tractor Supply. People will receive a CD for a $10 donation. People will be able to take photos with their camera as well. Dogs and cats are welcome, and kids too.

Rescue to the rescue

Theresa Weldon posted earlier this week about Mia, a cat who had an injured leg. Mia made it through the amputation surgery and is on the road to recovery, Weldon reported.

“Mia is now home from Franklin Animal Clinic after her amputation surgery. Dr. Hoover says she is doing very well,” Weldon posted on Precious Paw’s Facebook page.

Weldon said Mia will go back for a recheck in 14 days.

Meanwhile, those wishing to donate toward Mia’s care, or the other animals at Precious Paws, can do so through PayPal at Adoptpreciouspaws@gmail.com or mail a check to PO Box 784, Franklin, PA 16323.

“We have another cat amputation next week on a humane case out of Oil City (OCPD) and a cat with an injured eye that may need removed. We can’t do this without you,” Weldon added to the post.

Precious Paws can be reached by phone at (814) 671-9827 or by email at AdoptPreciousPaws@gmail.com. More information about the group and its low-cost spay/neuter program, SNYP, can be found online at pparfranklin.com or on the group’s Facebook page.

Sole survivor and some sisters

Clarion PAWS in Shippenville has Janae, Effie, Edith, Timmy and others who could use a furrever home.

Janae came to us after being found in a field near her – most likely hit by a car – mom, the rescue said in a post on its Facebook page.

“She was the only survivor. After lots of kitten food and medicine to help her get over a cold, this sweet girl is in search of the perfect nap spot,” the rescue added.

PAWS is still trying to find homes for sisters Edith and Effie.

“These adorable sisters and their unique calico markings would be a great addition to any family,” the rescue posted.

The rescue also posted about Timmy.

“Timmy has a lot of spunk. He is one kitten who will never lose his kitten spirit. He loves to play with his roommates, new toys, and especially the people who come to visit,” the shelter posted on its Facebook page.

Meanwhile, folks can help make a kitty’s Christmas by stopping by Tractor Supply in Clarion and take one (or more) ornaments from the Clarion PAWS giving tree. The shelter’s current needs are:

* Purina CAT, the blue bag, or Kitten Chow, the yellow bag, and Equine Pelletized Bedding, Tractor Supply.

* The shelter is accepting any brand of dry cat food and clay litter for the barn cats and ferals waiting for a new home.

* Any brand of cat or dog food will be accepted for the shelter’s pet food pantry. “We have many that need food assistance to keep their beloved pets and our shelves are empty,” the shelter said.

Clarion PAWS is located at 11348 Route 322, Shippenville, Clarion River Hill, between Scrap Happy and Clarion Electric. The adoption center is open from 5 to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays. The center is closed Fridays and Sundays. More information is available online at www.clarionpaws.org, the group’s Facebook page or by calling (814) 229-1231.

In bloom

The Venango County Humane Society in Seneca posted about Rosebud the cat earlier this month on its Facebook page. It also has sweet girl Brownie available for adoption.

“This pretty little girl came to us as a stray and has been with is for 3-1/2 months. She’s an independent girl who enjoys her own space; but also likes being petted and loved … on her own terms of course … she has ‘catitude’,” the shelter posted. She is good with other cats and will tolerate dogs, according to the shelter.

“Rosebud would love to find a home for the holidays she can feel comfortable in and a family who will love her for the pretty girl she is,” the post continued.

So sweet

Brownie, a chocolate Lab, is a 4-year-old spayed female. She has a silky coat and brown eyes.

Brownie is very affectionate, the shelter said.

“This sociable girl will need a daily walk on leash. Her coat just requires a weekly brushing to remove dead hair. Brownie can live outdoors in moderate temperatures, but she’ll be much happier indoors with her new family,” the shelter said.

The society also has a donation-wish tree in its lobby with tags for items the shelter needs.

The humane society is open from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. It is located at 286 S. Main St., Seneca. More information on the Venango County Humane Society is available by calling (814) 677-4040 or online at venangocountyhumanesociety.org.

Christmas wishes

Several pups and cats are dreaming of homes this holiday season at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville.

The center posted about Allen on its Facebook page.

“What you tell Santa should be a secret, but we are fairly certain Allen asked for a family of his own,” the center posted.

Basket raffle

It also shared a post from Clarion Animal Hospital.

Clarion Animal Hospital is holding a basket raffle to benefit Tri-County and Clarion PAWS.

The hospital’s Paws for the Cause holiday fundraiser features three gift baskets.

The themed baskets include one for the Fanciful Feline, the Comical Canine and one for humans.

Tickets are a dollar a piece and people may enter as many times as they’d like.

All donations will go to Tri-County Animal Rescue Center and Clarion PAWS. The animal hospital will be matching all donations made. Winners will be drawn Wednesday, Dec. 21.

Tri-County is located at 9562 Route 322, Shippenville. More information about Tri-County Animal Rescue Center is available on its Facebook page, by calling (814) 918-2032 or emailing contactus@Tricounty-arc.org.

Special delivery

Santa has arrived at Safe Haven Small Breed Rescue in Tionesta.

“We are in awe of your generosity this holiday season! UPS has made daily stops at our rescue, bringing Christmas gifts for the dogs and much needed supplies from our Amazon Wish List,” the rescue posted on its Facebook page.

“Toys, treats, food and sweaters make for happy pups, and the cleaning and grooming supplies make mama happy! Our store room has been restocked with all the items we will need to continue our mission,” the rescue added.

Those wishing to help make the Christmas merry and bright for the residents at Safehaven, here is a link to its Amazon Wish List: http://a.co/d1LYipF.

People may also donate directly to the rescue’s vet for the medical care of one of these rescues. People can contact Titusville Veterinary Clinic, 4796 State Route 8, Titusville, PA 16354.

Injured owl

Skye’s Spirit Wildlife Rehabilitation Center posted on its Facebook page about yet another injured screech owl it is helping.

“Aaaaaannnnddd yet another screech owl, head trauma from being hit by a car. This little male red phase was picked up by our WCO after it was found by a road. Thankfully nothing broken aside from some feathers and he’s got mild head trauma that should resolve fairly quickly,” the center posted.

The center posted that it could use some funding to help care for all the injured owls and other animals.
The center has a donation match happening at fundrazr.com.

More information about the center may be found online at www.skyes-spirit.com. The center can be reached by phone at (814) 786-9677.

Available for adoption

Clarion PUPS has Chuck and Carly up for adoption.

More information about PUPS is available by calling (814) 764-5580 or by emailing clarionpups@gmail.com.

Dog licenses on sale

Venango County

The 2017 dog licenses are available at the Venango County treasurer’s office in the courthouse annex at 1174 Elk St. in Franklin.

State law requires that all dogs, aged 3 months and older, be licensed each year. The cost of an annual license is $8.50, and a lifetime license is $51.50. If the animal is spayed or neutered, the cost for an annual license is $6.50 and the lifetime license is $31.50.

In addition to the treasurer’s office, the Oil City Agway, the Venango County Humane Society and the Seneca Veterinary clinic also sell the licenses.

The licenses may also be purchased online using the Venango County website. There is a $1.95 convenience fee charged by the provider of the service and a 2.49 percent fee will be charged on purchases exceeding $78.

The application may also be downloaded and printed from the county website and completed and mailed — along with a check or money order payable to county treasurer — to Venango County Treasurer, P.O. Box 708, Franklin, 16323.

Clarion County

Clarion County dog licenses are available for purchase at the county treasurer’s office.

State law requires dogs age 3 months and older to have a license tag.

Applications for the licenses are available at www.co.clarion.pa.us. Licenses also may be purchased by sending a renewal card or completed application with check or money order to Tom McConnell, treasurer, at 330 Main St., Room 110, Clarion, 16214.
(All About Animals is a weekly blog that appears on Venangoextra.com and Clarionextra.com. Interested persons or groups can submit information to bigdogs.thederrick@gmail.com. Readers may also submit photos or stories of their animals to bigdogs.thederrick@gmail.com. More information about the blog is available by contacting Anna Applegate at 814-677-8364.)