June PawPrints! Happy Father's Day to All Pet Dads!
June 4, 2022
June Newsletter
It's Finally Summer!
Here are some safety tips to help keep your furry friend safe:
—Of course always make sure your pet has access to plenty of water and shade. Pets can overheat faster than you think. Know the signs of overheating which can include excessive panting, difficulty breathing, lethargy, increased respiratory rate.
—Animals with flat faces, such as Pugs and Persian cats are more susceptible
to heat stroke
—Never shave your dog. Despite what you may think, their fur helps them to regulate body temperature and protects from sunburn. Brushing cats more often during the summer can help with heat. Also make sure products such as sunscreen and bug repellants are safe for pets.
—Watch out for hot asphalt. Asphalt can get very hot quickly and can burn your pets feet
—Many chemicals used during the summer months are harmful to pets. Take extra caution in keeping insecticides, citronella, and other gardening chemicals away from where pets can get to them.
ASPCA animal poison control 888-426-4435
_And Never take your pet with you in the car if it has to stay in the car alone for any amount of time . On a hot day, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly rise to dangerous levels for pets left inside — even for ‘just a minute.’ Dogs in hot cars can suffer from potentially fatal heat stroke in as little as 15 minutes. After 30 minutes, the temperature inside the car can reach 117°F (47°C) with the windows cracked and in partial shade!
Have a happy and healthy summer with your furry friends!
—Many chemicals used during the summer months are harmful to pets. Take extra caution in keeping insecticides, citronella, and other gardening chemicals away from where pets can get to them.
ASPCA animal poison control 888-426-4435
_And Never take your pet with you in the car if it has to stay in the car alone for any amount of time . On a hot day, the temperature inside a vehicle can quickly rise to dangerous levels for pets left inside — even for ‘just a minute.’ Dogs in hot cars can suffer from potentially fatal heat stroke in as little as 15 minutes. After 30 minutes, the temperature inside the car can reach 117°F (47°C) with the windows cracked and in partial shade!
Have a happy and healthy summer with your furry friends!
June is Adopt-a-Cat Month!
To celebrate, all cat adoptions are half price for the month of June and there will be an Adoption Event on Saturday, June 25th from 11-3 at our new facility. We have kittens that will soon be ready for adoption, adults and sweet seniors. All are up to date on shots, spay/neutered, and microchipped. Many can be found on this website on the "Adopt" page with more added as they become ready for adoption.
Feature Rescue Bernice aka "Miss Priss"
Before- still healing
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Bernice now - Bright days ahead
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Before- First days at HSOC
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his little girl was brought to our spay/neuter clinic by a nice Henry County couple that have their hands full with lots of outdoor cats that were coming in to get "fixed". She had an injury to her back right leg and after an x-ray, it was discovered that she was suffering from a broken knee. Also, during an exam a huge abscess was found in that leg. What a relief for her to get rid of that pressure. "Clean up on isle 5!"
It was a possibility that it may have to be amputated if she didn't begin to use it again, but gladly she has regained her mobility. Boy has she ever! She went to foster care where she could be observed closer and get some TLC, and now her foster mom says she flies through the house like a rocket using the leg to stabilize her balance. It's definitely not slowing this girl down! Bernice, affectionately called "Miss Priss" is now climbing stairs, jumping and pestering the dog. What a kitten is suppose to be doing!
She is sweet with lots of purrs and ready for adoption. Applications can be found on this website under "Adopt"
It was a possibility that it may have to be amputated if she didn't begin to use it again, but gladly she has regained her mobility. Boy has she ever! She went to foster care where she could be observed closer and get some TLC, and now her foster mom says she flies through the house like a rocket using the leg to stabilize her balance. It's definitely not slowing this girl down! Bernice, affectionately called "Miss Priss" is now climbing stairs, jumping and pestering the dog. What a kitten is suppose to be doing!
She is sweet with lots of purrs and ready for adoption. Applications can be found on this website under "Adopt"
Happily Ever Afters!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!For each petal on the shamrock, this brings a wish your way: Good health, good luck, and happiness for today and every day.” —Irish blessing. (function(jQuery) {function init() { window.wSlideshow && window.wSlideshow.render({elementID:"606558931397616234",nav:"none",navLocation:"bottom",captionLocation:"bottom",transition:"fade",autoplay:"1",speed:"5",aspectRatio:"auto",showControls:"true",randomStart:"false",images:[{"url":"2/0/ [...]
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November Newsletter Happy Thanksgiving! Soon we will give thanks for our many blessings. As you gather or cook for your family, you can indulge your pets with some treats from the table but please keep in mind human foods that your pets can't have such as onions, leeks, grapes, raisins and artificial sweeteners like xylitol.This link below can provide more infoThanksgiving Foods Dogs Can & Can't Eat - BARK Post One Year Anniversary!!! [...]
October Newsletter!Bring on Fall and Halloween Paws in the Park had everyone's tails waggin'!Thanks to North Oldham Lions Club, those who came out, our Sponsors and all of the great vendors. If you didn't make it, we'll see you next year!Here are some fun photos from the event (function(jQuery) {function init() { window.wSlideshow && window.wSlideshow.render({elementID:"7165880887247 [...]
September Newsletter Happy Labor Day! Showing respect for all of the hardworking men, women AND animals with a job to do! Get 'er Done! Please show some love and support for the animals of Humane Society of Oldham County by making a small donation!Up to $500 will be matched! Mark your calendars!www.giveforgoodlouisville.org/organizations/humane-society-of-oldham-county.You don't have to break the bank....Just a small donation from all animal lovers would do [...]
July Newsletter Adopt Don't Shop!!! The HSOC Dog Team was met with a challenge on Aug. 4 when what was originally supposed to be a transport of a mom dog and one pup turned into a mom and six 4 1/2-month-old pups. The six pups, weighing in at around 15 pounds apiece, were all piled into one wire crate on top of each other!They were terrified and had vomit, poop and pee all over. [...]
July Newsletter VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SUMMER FAMILY FUN FEST!*This week, July 5-12- Flyer distribution to area businesses, Crestwood, Lagrange, Buckner, Norton Commons, Prospect. (5-10 people)*Friday, July 22nd- set up anytime between 11-5. City Place in Lagrange.(6-8 people)* Saturday, July 23rd- Various shifts between 8-4.Early shift , set up signage, games, dog obstacle course, fill water balloons, etc (8-10 people)During event, Sit inside at [...]
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