Author: Larry Hirsch

  • Fargo

    Fargo

    Fargo is such a fun-loving dude you can’t help but smile when you are with him. He enjoys all the enrichment we do in Sunday School and responds well to cues for treats. He has gone on a few adventures and been an excellent boy. He has a very cooperative play style and loves splashing…

  • Mint Chip

    Mint Chip

    Male, 73 lbs, Husky, Alaskan / Malamute, Alaskan. Age, 1 year, 4 mos. Volunteers describe him as playful, happy and great on leash. Favorite things: play fetch and loves water. His play style is Rough & Rowdy: involving lots of physical play such as grabbing, holding, and tumbling. It is typically mutual and often noisy.…

  • Sassy and Nala

    Sassy and Nala

    Sassy and Nala are two sister kitties who are very sweet and lovable. Sassy (solid gray and white tabby) is a little bit shy at first. Nala (striped gray and white tabby) is a very friendly cat. Sassy likes laying next to her person on the couch while Nala enjoys laying on her person’s lap.…

  • Dolce and Luna

    Dolce and Luna

    Dolce is a sweet and loving 5-year old male cat that loves attention and cuddles. Luna is a sweet and shy 5-year old female cat. She grew up with her brother Dolce.

  • Shadow

    Shadow

    Shadow is a shy quiet cat we rescued from a fire in the fall of 2020. She integrated with the home tribe (3 other cats, one large dog and one young child) very well and was loving of scritches and petting. Over the last 6 months, two of the cats began to bully her away…

  • Caring for Your Canine Companion

    Throughout their lifetimes, dogs should receive regular veterinary care to prevent against any illnesses or diseases.  The following is a very general guideline to veterinary care for your dog; a specific care program for your dog should be discussed with your veterinarian to assess your dog’s specific needs. Puppy Care Beginning at 6-9 weeks of…

  • Caring for Your Feline Companion

    Throughout their lifetimes, cats should receive regular veterinary care to prevent against any illnesses or diseases.  The following is a very general guideline to veterinary care for your cat; a specific care program for your cat should be discussed with your veterinarian to assess your cat’s specific needs. Kitten Care Beginning at 6-9 weeks of…

  • Emergency Pet Preparedness

    An emergency situation can arise in the blink of an eye.  There are steps you can take to prepare your pet for an emergency beforehand, such as ensuring that your animal has a registered microchip, is licensed, spayed/neutered and current on vaccines. In addition, we advise pet owners to prepare a simple pet emergency kit…

  • Circuses

    The circus is coming to town this year, but before you decide to take your children or grandchildren to see the entertainment, read about what actually happens to these performance animals.  With your help, we can stop these animals’ suffering. Visit HSUS for more information on animals in circuses and join the ranks of cities…

  • Feral Cats

    Feral cats are the offspring of tame, homeless cats who were either lost, or more likely, abandoned. Growing up with little or no human contact, they are fearful of people. They are not wild animals, however, and depend upon humans for their survival; the commonly accepted belief that feral cats can survive by catching mice…