Ahead of the spring kitten season, several cat clinics have been scheduled.
Spay neuter clinics
Clarion P.A.W.S. in Shippenville is scheduling for its Feb. 17 and March 3 clinics.
The cost is $45 for males and $65 for females. The cost includes rabies shot, flea drops, ear cleaning and treatment if needed, antibiotic injection and pain injection.
Message the rescue through its Facebook page or call (814) 229-1231 to get on the schedule.
“We fill up quickly,” the rescue posted. “Please stop those spring litters by fixing now…there are not enough homes.”
The rescue posted last week that it was over “catpacity” and was not accepting any new residents for the foreseeable future.
Another cat clinic scheduled
Regina Martin with Hog Heaven Rescue Farm posted about a low-cost cat clinic scheduled for Feb. 19 on the group’s Facebook page.
Previous clinics have cost $65 per cat, which includes exam, pain meds, spay/neuter, rabies and females must have an e-collar. The colors cost $5.
Call (814) 425-1850 to get on the schedule.
Deer girl
Leah M. Anson, a volunteer with Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin, posted this week on Facebook about Bambi.
Bambi
“My sweet PPAR foster Bambi is looking for her forever home. She is the sweetest little girl ever. All she really wants to do is to be by you and cuddle,” Anson posted.
“She is 9, but still pretty active for an older dog. … She is great with other dogs and cats. I have four other dogs and three cats. She is great with all of them — even my two cranky dogs,” Anson posted.
Meanwhile, Precious Paws President Theresa Weldon posted about having a plan for people’s animals in the event of an emergency or life-changing event.
“I want to ask each of you to think about a plan for your animals, in the event that something should happen to you. I received two calls this week from people being moved into skilled nursing facilities with no one to watch their animals,” Weldon said.
“Plan ahead. Ask friends. Leave a key with someone you trust. Make a will or other arrangements to care for your animals in the event that you can’t. It CAN happen to you,” she said.
Meanwhile, Precious Paws’ SNYP clinic also offers low-cost spay and neutering.
Call (814) 671-9827 or email SNYPVenango@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. Vaccines, testing and deworming are available at the time of surgery.
Long-haired beauty
Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has Clawdia available for adoption.
Clawdia
“Clawdia is a sweet long haired beauty. She was surrendered to the rescue after her owner died and the daughter felt she didn’t have enough time to devote to her. She tested negative for … leukemia, is current on vaccines, and scheduled to be spayed,” said a listing on the center’s website.
For more information on Clawdia, contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center on Facebook, call (814) 918-2032, or email contactus@Tricounty-arc.org.
The rescue also posted its spay and neuter clinics dates for 2018 a few weeks ago.
Spay and Neuter Clinics 2018
Tri-County has announced the dates of its spay/neuter clinics for 2018.
The spay/neuter surgeries are done though Allegheny Spay/Neuter Clinic in Woodland, Clearfield County, www.animal411.net.
The costs are:
- Cats: males $55, females $65
- Dogs: males $95, females $105
The rabies vaccine is included with all surgeries and pain medication is provided or a long-lasting injection is given.
Additional vaccines are available at a nominal additional cost:
- Feline FVRCP (distemper) – $12
- Feline Leukemia TEST – $30
- Feline Leukemia Vaccine – $20
- Feline Ear mites or Intestinal Parasite Treatment – $5 each
- Tapeworm – $10
- E-collar – $12
- Microchip – $30
- Canine DHLPP (distemper, parvo etv) – $15
- Canine Lyme Vaccine – $23
- Canine Bordetella (Kennel Cough) – $15
- Canine ear Mites or Intestinal Parasites – $5 each
- Tapeworms – 0-20 pounds $10, 21-50 pounds $20 and 51+ pounds $30
- E-collar – $12
- Microchip – $30
On the day of the clinic, at 6 a.m., pets must be brought to Tri-County Animal Rescue Center, 9562 Route 322, Shippenville, or may be transported directly to Allegheny Spay/Neuter if that is closer or more convenient.
The animals are then transported to the clinic, have surgery and arrive back at Tri-County rescue center at approximately 2 or 3 p.m. to be picked up.
ALL cats are required to be in a sturdy carrier. Dogs must be on a solid collar and leash. They will be put in a crate on the van for transport.
The center can send unlimited MALE CATS, but all others are limited in numbers.
People must send their payment along with the application. Slots are filled in order of paid applications received.
The dates for 2018 are March 8, April 5, May 10, May 24 (dogs only), June 7, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, Oct. 4 and Nov. 8.
Application can be found at tricounty-arc.org/?page_id=1268.
Tri-County also has a program in partnership with Clarion Animal Hospital for low-income pet owners. Applications for this program are available by stopping the center or calling to have one mailed at (814) 918-2032.
Fundraiser
The rescue center is holding a Valentine’s Day event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 10 at Tractor Supply in Clarion. During the event, there will be a drawing for these prizes donated by Tonell Jewelry in Brookville.
First prize is a 1/2 carat diamond ring, second is man’s watch, third is a lady’s watch and fourth through 10th are earrings. Raffle tickets are $2 each or three for $5.
Tickets are available at the rescue center, at Tonell’s Jewelry & Gifts in Brookville and on the day of the event at Tractor Supply in Clarion.
Playful pal
Venango County Humane Society in Seneca has Cassie available for adoption.
Cassie
Cassie, a German Shepherd, is a 3-year-old spayed female. She has a tan and black coat and dark brown eyes.
“Her previous owner tells us that Cassie is healthy, playful, and afraid of children. She’s house trained and leash trained. Cassie will need daily mental and physical challenges. She’ll enjoy a good exercise session as well as learning session. This sociable girl will be happiest dividing her time between house and yard,” the shelter said in a Petfinder listing.
Venango County Humane Society Bingo has a new Facebook page. Games are held on Tuesday and Saturday nights. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m.
The shelter’s hours are from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. It is closed Sundays and holidays.
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. More information about the blog is available by contacting Anna Applegate at (814) 677-8364.
