community Adopting a pet seems easy enough, the
website shows photos of the shelter residents and you’d think it was a case of calling up say- ing, “I’ll take her!” But adoption should never be a whim of fancy or an emotional decision, this bundle of joy is going to be a part of your family. Shelter staff goes to great lengths to ensure
that pet and parents are well-matched, meeting all family members before approval is given. Some animals aren’t good with different dogs and others, large and in-charge, are unused to children. Pure-bred animals are often taken by that particular breed’s rescue organization to preserve the pedigree, and you may find that the animal you want has already been adopted. Just because an animal ends up at the Animal Shelter doesn’t mean there is anything wrong with them – they just need a second chance. And finally the shelter does not work on a first- come, first-served basis – all applications are taken into consideration to make sure the ani- mal is placed in the best environment possible, which in turn, will be a happy ending for both the animal and the family. Feral cats, particularly in Dana Point Har-
bor, have periodically been trapped as part of a program, brought to the shelter for spaying/neutering then released back to their habitat without fear of increasing the popula- tion. Whenever an injured animal, rabbit, desert tortoise, hamster and bird are brought in they are immediately taken for veterinarian care.
There’s no doubt, That the shelter staff
and the Pet Project Foundation provides our community with a valuable service, one that has significantly contributed to our lifestyle. Perhaps a new BFF awaits you there this year, and one of the best things you can do is start your search at the shelter … and if you can, plan to help by supporting the Foundation fi- nancially or otherwise.
Visit the shelter’s website:
www.petprojectfoundation.org or call them at (949)595-8899
PPF WISH LIST Want to help?
Here are some things the
Pet Project Foundation needs: Nylabones
Jerky Treats (for training rewards)
Medium Dog Sweaters Heating Pads
Cat toys Cat beds Dog/Cat carriers and crates Small metal flea combs
Blankets, Towels and sheets (lots of them!)
Gift Certificates to stores Volunteer Sandra Ackerman and Shelter Manager Kim Cholodenko with Penny & Dottie.
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