PET BRIEFS TAKE ME HOME YOUR BEST FRIEND Home Sweet Home
A few weeks ago the cute dog named Bear, who was featured in the May 27 View Pets of the Week Take Me Home section, was adopted by Sandi and Brandie of Las Vegas, wrote Doug Duke, executive director of the Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. "(The women) found him unforgettable. They saved the feature and have been considering him this whole time, as they made sure that they are ready to make a lifetime commitment to him. Bear is a work in progress due to past neglect, and the women are ready to show him all the immense rewards of a loving, stable home."In addition, Doug wrote, "(Readers) are still coming in strong to adopt guinea pigs thanks to the feature on Dollie and Cherie. Almost two dozen have now been adopted and others are coming to get basic information on guinea pigs to decide if they can provide a forever home, too."
"I shot this photo in my backyard of mockingbirds attacking my rat terrier Dino to protect the two baby birds," wrote Brian Jones of Las Vegas. "I found one in a tomato plant and one on a palm tree. My backyard is calm again after two weeks of bombings. I thought the public may enjoy the photos, or (help to inform) why these birds attack."
Bruno, a dear, sweet, big, 3-year-old boy, lost his home when his previous owner’s living conditions changed. Bruno is a wonderful Saint, perfect for the person who loves this breed and likes ‘em big! Bruno is neutered, has all of his shots and is microchipped. There is a $200 adoption fee for Bruno. Sin City Saint Rescue is the local chapter of The Saint Bernard Rescue Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to the health and welfare of the Saint Bernard breed. The Las Vegas group was founded in 1998. For information on fostering or adoption, contact the rescue at www.sincitysaintrescue.org, or call 896-1049.
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BELINDA
I need a new mom. My five brothers and sisters and I lost our mother shortly after she snuck into a building atrium and gave birth to us in a big fountain. We're baby ducklings, and we love to swim and play together. Please adopt us all, or at least in pairs, for lifetime companionship. My name is Belinda, and I can become your beloved baby girl today if you adopt me and make a lifetime commitment to keeping me safe and with peace of mind.
The Nevada SPCA is a no-kill animal sanctuary located at 4800 W. Dewey Drive in Las Vegas. For more information on animals featured here, visit www.nevadaspca.org, or call 873-7722.
TIPS TO HELP EASE PETS' FEAR OF FIREWORKS
While the Fourth of July is a time for fireworks and celebration, for many pets, it can be a nightmare. The loud noises, flashing lights, and smell of sulfur can cause excessive fear in pets. Nervous behaviors may be distressful to the pet, but the animal's natural response to flee from what he interprets as a threatening situation may result in serious injury.
Try these tips to help keep your pet calm this holiday:
1. Leave your pets at home and indoors.
2. Close all doors and windows, and put on background music to muffle the sound.
3. Close curtains and blinds to block the flashing lights.
4. Be sure that your pets are wearing identification tags or have microchips in case they do run away.
5. Try to distract your pet with chew toys and games, or play with another pet that does not share his fear.
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