Last weekend’s featured pet Nina was adopted late Saturday!
Our adoption event was quite a success. Please see Desiree’s results below.
Lady (ID# A 1625536) is a 5 year old, female black &white Labrador Retriever mix. She weighs 65 pounds. She is always a happy spunky lady. She walks well on leash enjoying her daily walks. Perhaps she could use an evening walk with you too. Lady is fairly energetic. She is a busy curious gal and social butterfly wanting to meet every person that comes along. She is dog friendly too and enjoys our dog play groups. During her temperament test and also during our play groups this gal is always ready to play. She is not an energizer bunny though. After her play she enjoys resting with her friends in the shade or cuddling with a human. If this pretty Lady has grabbed your interest please ask for her at our Eastside shelter.
Bam (ID# A 1728292) is a 1 year & 7 month old, male brown & white Chihuahua mix. He weighs only 9 pounds. Like so many of our little chis Bam was a bit overwhelmed when he came to our shelter. He has many friends now both dog and human. He would like a gentle quiet home with older children. He is super sweet loving lap time with cuddles and kisses. He enjoys taking daily walks and is pretty good on leash. He has done well in our little dog play groups too so if you have a little dog that might enjoy a companion bring him/her in to meet Bam. Bam is a very pretty boy. He has grey/green eyes and a grey/red coat with waves long his back. He really is quite a handsome boy. Bam would love to be your forever companion so come to our Eastside shelter to meet him.
The Final Results are in for the Race to the Right House to Adopt a Demo CAT or Re PUP lican at Animal Welfare Department
The Race to the Right House final results are in. The City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department is proud of the many wonderful Demo-CATs and Re-PUP-licans that found forever homes. It was a wonderful sight to have pet candidates leave the shelter and start their new role as Commander-in-Chief in their new homes.
We are pleased to announce the adoption results for the Demo-CATs and Re-PUP-licans.
52 Demo-Cats
98 Re-Pup-licans
1 Independent Party
The election parties have spoken and the popular vote went to the Re-Pup-licans by 65%.
On behalf of the pet candidates and Animal Welfare we would like to give a vote of thanks to Albuquerque for supporting our event and choosing your favorite Demo-Cat or Re-Pup-lican. The event was a win win for everyone.
Baby, it’s getting Cold out there!
We have had our first hard freeze now in Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Here are some helpful Tips to keep your Pets Warm This Winter. Please remember that even with these tips there will be times where you must bring them inside.
The Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department urges you to take winter precautions so that you can keep your pets cozy no matter what the winter throws our way.
For residents of Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque, free straw bedding is being made available, while supplies last, through the partnership with Bernalillo County Animal Care Services and Albuquerque Animal Welfare.
It’s a common misconception that dogs and cats won’t get cold because of their fur. If you are cold, your companion animal is cold. Most domestic cats and dogs are not well equipped for cold weather and can easily be susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia.
Signs of Hypothermia
Uncontrollable shivering
Decreased heartbeat and weak pulse
Stiff muscles
Lack of coordination
Pale or blue gums
If your companion animal shows any of these signs seek immediate veterinary attention.
Insulating with Straw
If your companion animal must remain outside, straw is an inexpensive insulator that makes excellent bedding. It retains the animal’s heat and evaporates moisture. Hay does not maintain these qualities. To use straw effectively, place a thick layer on the floor of your animal’s shelter. Check the straw periodically for moisture and cleanliness. Switch it out when needed.
The best place for any companion animal is right at home…inside your home. If at all possible animals should be moved inside, especially during cold weather.
More Winter Tips
Check your companion animal’s water bowl frequently for freezing. Consider purchasing a heater. Glass and ceramic dishes will crack and break when the water freezes.
Companion animals kept primarily outdoors, especially in cold weather, may require more food than other animals. Provide additional food to animals that spend a lot of time outside.
Don’t leave an animal in a closed car in the winter. A car becomes a refrigerator and the temperature can be just as deadly as those in the summer.
Keep anti-freeze away from any animal or child’s reach. Both are attracted by its sweet taste and ethylene glycol is highly poisonous.
Be aware if your animal has walked on salted or de-iced surfaces. They will lick their paws and the substances are toxic. Rinse their paws in warm water.
Check your animal’s paws for balls of ice or snow that have formed between their pads. Rinse with warm water to remove.
Be aware that cats and wildlife left outside will seek the warmth and protection of a car’s engine. Bang on the hood or honk the horn before starting the engine.
For more helpful tips to keep your pets warm this winter visit our web site www.cabq.gov/pets/news or https://www.facebook.com/AlbuquerqueAnimalWelfare
In honor of Veteran’s Day and those serving in the military:
ASPCA Community Partnership will be offering an adoption special called Hounds for Heroes starting Nov. 11-15th.
Adoption pricing is 50% off and the fee is waived for current & retired military. Adopters must bring proof of military service. This does not apply to reclaim fees.
The adoption special pricing will also apply to the offsite events.
The National Pet Adoption Event this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (November 13, 14, 15) at the PetSmart @ 10248 Coors Bypass NW.
Friday noon to 5:00 pm, Saturday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
The 50% off adoptions or Fee Waived for current and retired military does not apply to the reclaims fees.
