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The mission of Pet Rescue is to work closely with animal control officers and other rescue organization to reduce the number of animals entering into and being euthanized at local shelters.  Pet Rescue provides housing, health care, training, physical and emotional care to adoptable animals, while we work toward finding them a loving home.  Pet Rescue is also involved in the community with education and awareness programs.

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Save The Date: Best Pals Adoption Week
Save The Date: Best Pals Adoption Week
Tuesday, December 12, 2017

We will be hosting two upcoming events where you can come meet and play with a variety of dogs and cats ready for adoption. Each of these events will have plenty of information on the adoption process and how to care for your new pet.

We look forward to all of you attending this great event! The dates and locations are below.

Woodstock: Best Pals Adoption
April 9-10 at the Buckly Exposition Center
19 Plaza Dr., Woodstock, GA 30188
11 am - 3 pm

Canton: Best Pals Adoption
May 14-15 at Luthern Hall
1429 Hepburn, Canton, GA 30121
10 am - 2 pm
Caring for a senior dog: What you need to know
Caring for a senior dog: What you need to know
Sunday, December 10, 2017

Senior dogs are often overlooked at rescues and shelters in favor of the next generation of bouncy, yappy puppies. But if you’re a pack leader to a pup in his golden years, you know that’s a shame, because older dogs still have a lot of love to give — and they can still have lots of personality and spunk even if they don’t have as much energy as they did in their younger years.

Senior dogs also typically require less exercise, suffer from fewer behavioral issues, and come to you already potty trained. For these reasons, they are a particularly good choice for those adopting their first dog.

But just because senior dogs are easier in many ways doesn’t mean that they don’t also have some special care requirements that younger dogs don’t. Here are a few senior dog care tips if you’re a first-timer at adopting or fostering one of these old-timers.

Rule out medical causes for behavioral problems
Senior dogs are less likely to suffer from many issues caused by pent-up energy since they have less to expend. But that doesn’t mean they never experience behavioral issues. The first place to start with a behavior issue, though, especially if it has a sudden onset, is at the vet. It may be an early sign of a medical issue, and catching it faster can make a big difference for your pup.

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10 Cat Behavior Myths that cause Problems
10 Cat Behavior Myths that cause Problems
Wednesday, November 29, 2017

From Care2.com

Cats are the most popular pet in the United States; they are intelligent, affectionate and mysterious creatures. Despite this popularity — and perhaps because of their air of mystery — there are many misconceptions about cats that cause both social and physical problems for these animals.

Here are 10 common-but-false assumptions about felines — and the truth behind them.

1. Cats are solitary animals and like to be home alone.
False. Separation can be stressful for cats. Specifically, separation anxiety may manifest in behaviors such as urination and defecation outside of the litterbox, vocalization, vomiting, excessive grooming, lack of appetite, anxiety at departure or an exuberant greeting when you return. To keep your cat happy, it is essential to limit their time alone and provide them with stimulation and interaction in the form of play, petting, food toys and perches. If you have an extremely stressed cat, it’s essential to make an appointment with your veterinarian to further address the problem.

2. Cat litterbox issues are always a behavior problem and can‘t be fixed.
False. Failing to use the litterbox may be linked to a medical issue or may be caused by stress or anxiety, so start with a visit to your veterinarian. Once you identify the cause, there are various methods for retraining your cat to go inside the box, including the use of feline pheromones, changing the type of litter and box used, increasing the number of litterboxes and strategizing the placement of boxes around your home.

3. Cats scratch because they are mean.
False. Cats may claw human skin for various reasons. Sometimes cats claw to express irritation — for example, if they are not being held or petted in the proper way. Some cats scratch in play; if this happens, freeze in place and redirect your cat to a toy. An underlying medical issue, such as arthritis, may also be the culprit, causing your cat to feel uncomfortable and making him more likely to lash out.  If this is a recurring issue, a visit to your veterinarian is a must.

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5 Simple Ways to Cope with Pet Allergies
5 Simple Ways to Cope with Pet Allergies
Thursday, November 23, 2017

You’re no stranger to a stuffy nose, itchy eyes, rashes and welts. You’re one of more than 60 million Americans the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America estimates are affected by allergies in general, but your symptoms always seem to show up when one of man’s furry friends - a pet - comes around.

This may not be the most convenient of allergies you could have, especially if you’re an animal lover, but at least you know you’re in good company: Up to a third of all allergies are animal-related, and, according to the Humane Society of the United States, there are approximately 77.5 million dogs and 93.6 million cats owned as pets.

This means there are many people out there experiencing at least a few of these symptoms when they’re in the presence of a furry friend:

Stuffy or runny nose
Red, itchy eyes
Coughing
Excessive sneezing
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

If you count yourself among this group, check out these five methods for finding some relief.

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5 Smart Way to Prevent Dog Bites
5 Smart Way to Prevent Dog Bites
Wednesday, October 04, 2017

National Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 18-24th. You may have seen the Care2 post last week about the little boy who was attacked by a dog when he was on his bike, but his cat came to the rescue and chased away the dog. The ASPCA predicts that 50 percent of children will be bitten before they turn 12-years-old.

According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and the Center for Disease Control, dog bites were the 11th leading cause of nonfatal injury to children ages 1 to 4, 9th for ages 5 to 9 and 11th for ages 10 to 14 from 2003 to 2012.

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) offers these dog bite facts:

Each year, more than 4.5 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs.

Almost 1 in 5 people bitten by dogs require medical attention.

Every year, more than 800,000 Americans receive medical attention for dog bites; at least half of them are children.

Children are, by far, the most common victims of dog bites and are far more likely to be severely injured.

Most dog bites affecting young children occur during everyday activities and while interacting with familiar dogs.

Senior citizens are the second most common dog bite victims.

Internationally renowned dog trainer Victoria Stilwell is a spokesperson for National Dog Bite Prevention Week. She says, “Most dog bites are preventable and are a perfect situation of circumstance, situation and environment. If we learn to understand dogs, learn their body language, and empower children with that knowledge, there will be less dog bites.” She offers these tips to help prevent dog bites:

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ITEMS NEEDED

We need the following items year round:

Toys - Animals in shelters get bored. It keeps the animals from being so lonely and bored and allows them to get exercise.

Pet Food & Treats - A lot of the shelter’s money goes towards buying food. You can really help them out by bringing in a few cans or bag of food. It goes a long way.

Towels & Blankets - Shelters are often cold and animals like to have a blanket to curl up on. Towels are a big help to dry animals off after being bathed or if they come in wet. Towels can also be used to line the bottoms of cages. The towels or blankets don’t have to be brand new or in perfect condition. The animals won’t mind as long as they’re usable.

Kitty Litter & Cat Boxes - Cats go to the bathroom- a lot. Shelters are constantly using bag after bag of litter. Their supply runs out fast.

Grooming Supplies - Grooming supplies can include shampoo, brushes, combs, haircutting scissors, etc.  Dogs and cats often come in dirty or end up getting dirty. Grooming supplies can keep them fresh, clean, and adoptable.

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When you adopt from Pet Rescue, you’re doing more than just finding a great pet. You’re helping Pet Rescue invest in your community.

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