Foofy’s Big Adventure

A few nights ago, my aunt and uncle found a miniature poodle wandering through their backyard. The little black dog came running right up to them when they called, and was wearing a collar and ID tags. My uncle tried the phone number on the tags, but there was no answer. It was late at night, so they set up a nest in the garage for Foofy the poodle. The next day, they called again. No answer. My uncle is a pretty web-savvy guy, so he looked up the owner’s name and address on the internet. It seemed unbelievable, but … Continue reading

Finding a Stray Pet

What do you do when you find a stray dog or cat running through your neighborhood or along the highway? Are you prepared to assist a stray pet safely and effectively? If you are planning to rescue, plan ahead. Keep the numbers of your local animal control, animal shelter, regular veterinarian, and 24-hour emergency veterinary clinic. You’ll also want to keep extra collars and leashes, water and bowls, a cat carrier or cardboard box, and a pet first aid kit on hand. Think about your own safety first. Don’t dart out into the street or stop short in heavy traffic. … Continue reading