National Poison Prevention Week is March 20-26 and we’re sharing some Pet Safety Tips on Food! Some human foods can be harmful to pets. #LetsPaws and take a look at a few items to avoid feeding your pet:
Xylitol-containing products – this ingredient can be found in many kinds of peanut butter, so make sure to read the label!
You will certainly recognize OC Animal Care’s Volunteer of the Month for March. She has been volunteering at our shelter for 10 years and 9 months! She has volunteered with the Dog Team, she has done countless Special Events, and led dozens and dozens of shelter tours. You will find her smiling face behind the Greeter desk twice a week assisting Customer Service with donations, questions, and adoptions. Janet is passionate about making sure every new adopter’s pup or kitten leaves the shelter with a toy or a special collar. Congratulations Janet, and we humbly thank you for over a decade of service!
Interested in volunteering for OC Animal Care? We have modified opportunities available such as volunteering at our monthly Pet Food Pantry events or getting a group together to make no-sew kitten blankets. There are a number of things we always need help with each month! For more information, email our Volunteer Coordinator, Dawn, at Dawn.Maestas@occr.ocgov.com!
As the weather warms up, #LetsPaws and take a look at what to do if you find baby kittens! The mother might still be nearby, so remember to wait…watch…and win!
Hank is OC Animal Care’s February Volunteer Of The Month! He has been volunteering with Small Dog Play Group for over two years. What makes Hank so special is that the littles think he has the best lap around. The shier the pup, the more likely you will find her sitting on Hanks lap waiting for ear scratches, belly rubs and cuddles. Hank always has a sly smile for his fellow volunteers, and wouldn’t miss play group for the world! It is so very easy to celebrate this kind, compassionate volunteer!
Interested in volunteering for OC Animal Care? We have modified opportunities available such as volunteering at our monthly Pet Food Pantry events or getting a group together to make no-sew kitten blankets. There are a number of things we always need help with each month! For more information, email our Volunteer Coordinator, Dawn, at Dawn.Maestas@occr.ocgov.com!
1 in 3 pets will end up lost. Without ID, 90% won't come home.
What is a Microchip?
Microchips are about the size of a grain of rice and are implanted with a quick injection between the shoulder blades. A small handheld scanner can detect the microchip number and, with one quick phone call to the microchip company, a shelter or veterinary clinic can be put directly in contact with you. Microchips help get your pet home faster!
Why Use a Microchip?
Where collars and ID tags can break or slip off, a microchip is permanent, inexpensive, and can be purchased at just about any veterinary office. And they aren’t just for dogs and cats!
Update, Update, Update!
Be sure to keep the address and phone number on file updated with the microchip company! Many pet owners don’t realize that they must call the microchip company to provide their contact information or to update their address if they move!
