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Top 10 Reasons to Have Your Pet Spayed or Neutered

04/12/2013 09:28:00

Top 10 Reasons to Have Your Pet Spayed or Neutered

Please Have Your Pets Spayed or Neutered

04/12/2013 09:19:00

The below linked letter was sent to the Palm Coast Observer by Cheryl Pannone of Palm Coast, a volunteer at the Flagler Humane Society. It's a reminder to have our pets spayed or neutered.

Humane Society: Flagler County’s animals need your help

Come see Us at Cause for Paws September 29th 10 AM to 2 PM at Central Park Town Center

08/29/2012 15:51:00

Hi Everyone,

If you are near Town Center on Saturday 29 September, stop by and see us at our booth. See the details below. Hope to see you there! :)

CAUSE FOR PAWS EVENT – FOR RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERS

All of us love our pets and want them to live long, healthy lives. Plan to spend Saturday, September 29th in Central Park at Town Center, re-establishing all you need to know about being a responsible pet owner. Cause for Paws is FREE and introduces a variety of free vet advice, education and lots of pet fun from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.:

Popular local veterinarians discuss spaying/neutering laser surgery, dental care, canine obesity, heartworm/vaccinations, dog training/safety
Children's Corner – games, contests, prizes
Grooming tips with low cost nail clipping and brush out
Adoptions of dogs/cats
Low Cost Immunizations
Rescue information
Trappers with wildlife advice
Flagler County Sheriff's K-9 Demo
Meet the Breed Parade–a march of all your favorite breeds

Music and refreshments will be available for everyone, including Fido and Fluffy (leashed animals only, please!) Central Park is located one half mile north of Flagler Palm Coast High School at Bulldog Drive. Call 386-986-3763 for details.

Summer Time Safety Tips

08/03/2012 22:59:00

Hey Everyone!! Here is a useful link from the ASPCA regarding Summer Safety for your pets.

Bottom Line Up Front, if you see a Pet in an unattended vehicle, notify the authorities!!!

Hot Fun in the Summertime: Pet Safety Tips

As summer gets into full swing, the ASPCA wants to remind pet parents that our four-legged friends can be harmed by hot weather just like we can: dehydration, heat stroke and sunburn can take a toll on even the healthiest cat or dog. Keep your animal companions happy and safety taking these simple precautions:

Made in the Shade

Pets can get dehydratedquickly, so give them plenty of fresh, clean water when it's hot. Make sure your pets have a shady place to get out of the sun, be careful to not over-exercise them, and keep them indoors when it's extremely hot.

Know the Warning Signs

Symptoms of overheating in pets include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness,stupor or even collapse, seizures, bloody diarrhea and vomit, along with an elevated body temperature of over 104 degrees. Remember, animals with flat faces, like Pugs and Persian cats, are more susceptible to heat stroke since they cannot pant as effectively.

No Parking!

Never leave animals alone in a parked vehicle. "On a hot day, a parked car can become a furnace in no time—even with the windows open—which could lead to fatal heat stroke," says Dr. Louise Murray, Director of Medicine at ASPCA Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital. Leaving pets unattended in cars in extreme weather is illegal in several states.

Beware of "High Rise Syndrome"

"During warmer months, we see an increase in injured animals as a result of 'High-Rise Syndrome,' which occurs when pets fall out of windows or doors and are seriously or fatally injured," says Dr. Murray. This condition is completely preventable. Keep all unscreened windows or doors in your home closed and make sure adjustable screens are tightly secured.

Summer Style

Giving a dog a summer haircut—not too short, so they still have some protection from the sun—and brushing cats can prevent problems caused by excessive heat. As far as skin care, be sure that any sunscreen or insect repellent product you use on your pets is labeled specifically for use on animals.

10 Reasons to ADOPT A BLACK CAT

06/15/2012 19:56:00

Here are a few reasons why you should consider a Black Cat if you are looking to adopt in the near future. Number 1 is the most important to think about.

They are the LEAST likely to be adopted
Love knows no color
Black cats are like onyx, a beautiful gem
They don't care what color you are!
Every woman should have a little black dress and a little black cat
When you love a black cat, luck is on your side
Black cats will match any decor
Holding a black cat is very slimming
A lint brush isn't required for a black-tie affair
They look like little panthers

Do you wear a lot of black clothing or own a lot of dark furniture? Adopt a black cat; their shedding fur will be less noticeable than the fur of a lighter cat!

Because of superstition and prejudice, or even because they blend into the shadows of their cages, BLACK CATS AND KITTENS are most likely to be passed over for adoption.

New research is being conducted to determine if black cats are more resistant to disease than other colors.

Source: Montgomery County Humane Society - Rockville, MD

Garden Safety

06/08/2012 12:09:00

Is your Garden Safe for your pets?? Here is a link the ASPCA's Guide to Pet-Safe Gardening. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/pet-safe-gardening.aspx

Pet rabbits and children

03/23/2012 16:21:00

Easter is coming and many people think it would be a nice idea to buy their children a pet rabbit. Please click the link below and find out why it is not such a good idea.

http://www.rabbit.org/easter/flyer/childstory.pdf

Pet Toxins

02/17/2012 12:57:00

Here is a list of toxins in your kitchen. Keep them away from your pets.

1. Chocolate

2. Grapes. raisins,and currants

3. Xylitol/sugar-free gum/candy

4. Fatty table scraps

5. Onions and garlic

6. Compost

7. Human medications

8. Macademia nuts

9. Household cleaners

10. Unbaked bread dough

11. Alcohol

Official launching of the Aloha Critters Blog

02/15/2012 12:12:00

Aloha Palm Coast Pet Owners!!!

We are finally launching Aloha Critters Blog. Hopefully, we can provide useful commentary and links to resources for our local pet owners, which will help you keep your pets Healthy and Happy. So here we go.

LOCAL ALERT: For everyone trying to save a little money in this tough economy. Did you know that our local PET SUPERMARKET @ 1040 Palm Coast Parkway offers low-cost dog and cat vaccinations and diagnostic testing by State Certified Veterinarians on a reoccurring basis? Here is their current schedule and a link to services provided. Hope you find this information useful. More To Come.

Inside Pet Supermarket

Saturday, March 03
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, March 31
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, April 28
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Veterinarian clinic by Vet Wellcare

Link to: Services and Pricing