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07/18/2022

Bolster dog beds are going to be ideal for larger breeds but can work for any size dog. If your puppy or dog likes to sleep with his head cradles on an armrest or pillow, then these dog beds are a great option.

07/13/2022

Did you know that vets and cat experts recommend that you make time to play with your cat every single day? In fact, the ideal daily play time is between 8 to 12 minutes per day per cat. For best results, use interactive cat toys such as laser lights or dangling flyers.

07/11/2022

Do not delay when it comes to protection against ticks. They can fall or drop off your dog at any time and transfer to a human host, passing along serious illnesses and diseases to those the bite.

07/06/2022

Excess weight in older cats can contribute towards arthritis, diabetes, heart disease and hypertension. Ensure that as your elder pets slow down, you adjust their diet accordingly. Weigh your senior pet regularly to remain aware of their changes.

07/04/2022

Do you own a training collar for your dog? This connects your dog to their leash so that you can walk alongside them with some degree of control. Training collars are available in several forms, including premier collars, prong collars, choke collars, shock collars, and different types of harnesses.

06/29/2022

Did you know that there are automatic water dispensers available on the market to ensure that your pets receive fresh, clean water when they need it? Plenty of water is especially important for senior cats, helping to keep them healthy and fit.

06/27/2022

There are a wide variety of dog toys to help your pet remain strong, active and healthy. Some are soft and chewy and are designed especially for new puppies. Some are even flavored to encourage engagement.

06/22/2022

On average, a cat will spend up to 2/3 of its day sleeping which means that a 9 year old cat has only been awake for 3 years of its life! With this much time spent in sleeping, make sure your cat loves their cozy, warm bed!

06/20/2022

Did you know that walking dogs 30-60 minutes a day provides them with the mental stimulation they need for their emotional wellbeing? Studies have found that dogs who receive regular exercise are less likely to develop symptoms of frustration and boredom.

06/15/2022

Keep in mind that some cats become very claustrophobic in covered litter boxes, which causes a sense of feeling trapped and can discourage him or her from using the box altogether. In this case, it’s best to go with one of the traditional uncovered boxes.

06/14/2022

Happy Flag Day!!!!

06/13/2022

Martingale collars are like flat collars but they tighten when the dog pulls. Even though they tighten, they are generally not used for giving a correction the way a choke chain is. Rather, they are used because they are less likely to slip over the dog’s head.

06/08/2022

So what did people do before there was commercial cat litter available? In those days people had a couple of options. They might fill their litter boxes with plain sand or simply let their cats go outside to dig a hole in the dirt.

06/06/2022

Not only does high quality nutritional dog food contribute significantly to your dog’s long-term health, but it enhances their appearance (in terms of skin and coat) and digestion as well.

06/01/2022

Cats spend 70% of their day sleeping, so a nine-year-old puss has only been awake for three years of its life! Some cats, especially shy ones, prefer soft beds with a roof while others favor an open basket with soft bedding.

05/31/2022

Most Mondayest Tuesday ever!!! Hope everyone has a great week 🙂

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05/30/2022

By far the most common collar is the flat or rolled collar that fastens with a plastic clip or a buckle. These collars are the most convenient to slip on and off and are handy because they can hold your dog’s identification, rabies, and license tags.

05/25/2022

To protect their grains, the ancient Egyptians started storing their food indoors around 3,000 BC. This attracted mice, but the Egyptians had a good solution. They allowed house cats into their homes to help protect their grains from mice and other rodents.

05/23/2022

When choosing a pet door, your first step is going to involve sizing the door. For best results, measure your dog while he’s standing to determine the door height and width that you are going to need. You also need to consider the weight rating for each individual door.

05/18/2022

If you want to salvage your furniture from the terror of a cat’s claws, invest in a scratching posts or pads. It will deter them from scratching up your priceless couch set and will help keep their nails short and trim!

05/16/2022

Large, stuffed pillows have been the go-to dog beds for decades. Suitable for any size pup, the round pillow makes a subtle addition to any room the dog frequents, providing them with the safe sleeping space they love.

05/13/2022

05/11/2022

Did you know that commercial types of cat litter have actually been around since the late 1940s? These days, you have a variety of cat litter types to choose from, including clumping, biodegradable, silica gel or crystals, and wood chips.

05/09/2022

More than half of dog owners sign letters and cards from themselves and their pets. Additionally, 80% of dog owners buy their dog a present for holidays and birthdays. One gift that doesn't cost much is to give your dog the regular exercise he or she needs.

05/08/2022

Cooper came to Argos Rescue at the request of a local shelter.

Its true that at 10- 12 years old this handsome and well mannered English Mastiff weighing 140 pounds, found himself without a home.

Cooper is currently in a hospice foster home where he receives joint/ arthritis meds & supplements, quality nutrition, a ton of love, and plenty of retirement time to lie outside in the grass soaking up the sun. 🌞 🐾🐾

05/05/2022

To support our community impacted by the NM wildfires, our hospital is offering a 20% discount off all cat and dog boarding, plus additional services. CALL US TODAY!

05/04/2022

When it comes to choosing a cat toy, it’s important that you consider safety first. Be sure that no parts of the toy will be able to break off and be swallowed or eaten. If you are unsure, be sure that the play time is supervised.

05/03/2022

Mr. Kodak (previously named Nash) is available for adoption. He is a chow mix with the curly tail to prove it. He is very friendly, outgoing and looking for his forever home. If you would like to meet him, please send us a text/call 505-378-9616

05/03/2022

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EVACUEE RESOURCE LIST for ANIMALS & their people.
This post will be edited to include new resources as they are made available. Please SHARE this IMPORTANT info!!

UPDATED 5/18/22 ~

THIS JUST IN!! San Miguel County, New Mexico & Mora County, New Mexico have contracted with the The Humane Society of the United States to provide FIELD RESCUE to animals left behind in the fire/evac zones!
‼️ ADDITIONALLY.... HSUS will be handling ALL ANIMAL CONTROL CALLS = stray dogs, chained dogs, abandoned & abused animals for San Miguel & Mora Counties ‼️ Call Diane (202)570-6984 for ALL of your SMCo animal needs ❤

***If you have questions about shelter, call 1-800-432-2080
Option #4

1 ~ The Santa Fe County Fair Grounds location is:
3229 Rodeo Rd in Santa Fe, NM 87507
‼️ Currently accepting owned livestock, farm animals, poultry, rabbits, etc. Follow the signs to the "check in" area.

2 ~ The Animal Welfare Coalition of Northeastern New Mexico is now back at the LV City shelter / AWC Pet Center location at 1680 N Grand Ave, Las Vegas, New Mexico. They are operating within their normal perimeters & business hours:
Tues - Friday 10a - 6p; Sat 10a - 4p
The AWC will be accepting LV & SMCo strays for intake 💕

‼️ See bottom of post for info on what to do if you encounter a STRAY, left behind animal or an abandoned CHAINED dog in the evacuation areas of San Miguel &/or Mora Counties.

***ALL displaced OWNED DOGS pls refer to #3....

3 ~ Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center & BernCo OEM have deployed to provide 911 services & shelter for displaced humans & their pets at the Glorieta Adventure Camps in Glorieta, NM.
‼️ This location is now accepting OWNED PETS ONLY from all evacuation zones. This includes dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, etc.

4 ~ The Santa Fe Animal Shelter & Humane Society is providing temp housing at no charge for owned cats from all evacuation zones! Please call Admissions at 505-983-4309 ext 1606

5 ~ From Bessie Babits, Equine Vet in Espanola, New Mexico:
I am in Espanola, and also am an equine veterinarian. I have room to take in horses needing to be evacuated, and also if they have injuries from the wildfire (505)779-2466 or [email protected]

6 ~ Juan I Gonzales Agricultural Bldg @ 202 Camisa rd - contact Emma Empey (702)743-8973 & Penasco High School @ 13 Old School rd - contact Bobby Lucero (575)779-9381 in Taos, New Mexico are both accepting evacuees & both are equipped with crates & supplies for your domestic pets.

7 ~ Taos County Sheriff's Posse Arena is accepting horses, farm animals & livestock. Call Livestock Inspector Ruben Baca (575)770-1490

8 ~ The Downs at Santa Fe on the frontage road is welcoming evacuees - campers and their pets! Donations welcomed.

9 ~ City of Albuquerque 24/7 resource hotline set up for fire evacuees (505)244-8604

10 ~ The City of Santa Rosa, New Mexico is welcoming evacuees to the Blue Hole Convention Center - 1085 Blue Hole rd - with some accommodations (crates) available for pets & a 200 human capacity. Thank you to the City of Click on this link for a list of hotels are offering discounted rates for any fire evacuees (all pet friendly during this time) ~ https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=356746403185346&set=a.294948962698424
***The City is also offering Livestock accommodations. Any questions, contact City Hall (575)472-3404, Blue Hole Convention Center (575) 472-3763, and after hours contact Mayor Nelson Kotiar (505)507-1119.
‼️ Donations of dog crates & pet food are needed & appreciated!

11 ~ From Felines & Friends New Mexico ~ Cat owners in areas under fire evacuation orders: Santa Fe Cats has space available for caring for your cat(s) while you are evacuees. For those without insurance reimbursement for pet boarding, a donation is appreciated. No cat will be turned away for lack of insurance or inability to donate. Call SFC at 505-216-5141 to make arrangements.

12 ~ Poeh Marketplace next to the Poeh Cultural Center in Pojoaque is accepting donations of dog & cat food to distribute to evacuee locations.

13 ~ The good people at Spur Stables ABQ Horse Boarding and Hotel are opening their stables to evacuees with horses who need a safe place. It will be free of charge. Pls call them at (505)382-2370.

14 ~ Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta Park is now open for Mora/San Miguel County Fire Evacuees to park RVs, pets welcome.
This is free of charge, fill out a form upon arrival.
Please contact Felicia to coordinate.
[email protected]

15 ~ From Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center in Abq:
If you are displaced with a pet by the Northern NM wildfires we are here for you. We can safely house your pets and will take care of them for you if you are evacuated from the fires. Call us today if you need us (505)266-7866. ***as of 5/6 all dog occupancy if full, there is still space available for cats & exotics 🪱🦎🦜🐢

16 ~ Feed assistance is available through the State of New Mexico (Livestock Board) Call for info:
April Riggs - Area 2 Supervisor & regional operations manager for NM (575)643-6162 or email [email protected]

17 ~ From the good folks at CWW Feed:
Evacuation resources available for animals:
We have a access to the San Ysidro Rodeo Arena in San Ysidro, New Mexico for livestock and farm animals. We have people to help man it, there are wonderful pens and access to water.
We have pens available at CWW Feed for Horses and a few goats.
We have a access to a couple of pens for dogs.
We have a number of crates and cages for small animals.
*** also, if you want to donate for displaced animals and people, we can take your donations at CWW Feed in San Ysidro and get them to those in need.
Please call:
Connie Collis 505 269 5410
CWW Feed Store 575 834 7038
Michele Ryan 505 234 5618
Please stay safe everyone and if you need feed for displaced animals, please call us!

18 ~ From our friends at New Mexico House Rabbit Society:
If you have been affected by the wildfires in any part of New Mexico and need help with supplies for your rabbit(s), please email [email protected] 🐰

There are really no words to describe the devastation & sadness consuming these communities & the beautiful forest land. It is truly overwhelming 😭 Our hearts go out to everyone that has been affected...including the animals. LV & SMCo have been part of NMDOG since 2009 & we have a lot of Dog friends there We are worried about all of them.

‼️ Please DO NOT leave your animals behind ‼️
If you see an animal in need, scoop them up!! Call Diane with HSUS (202)570-6984 for ALL of your San Miguel & Mora County animal needs; The City of Las Vegas (505)425-7504; or take them to the evacuation center or any Vet Clinic!! Stay safe everyone, be FIRE AWARE & please be kind to each other ☮️

💖 The entire population of the Animal Welfare Coalition of Northeastern New Mexico in Las Vegas, NM has been safely evacuated & relocated to various locations = 200 animals since Saturday 4/30 ❤ Any animals that were brought in as strays from the evacuation zones or have been reported to the AWC as missing, will be posted here ~ https://www.facebook.com/media/set/...
EVERYONE that is playing a part in these enormous efforts is SO incredibly appreciated ❤️

MONTANA (pictured here) was safely evacuated out of Las Vegas & would love to find a wonderful, safe forever home of her very own. www.nmdog.org"

05/03/2022

86 dogs and 43 cats fixed this weekend! Just about half of those fixed are shelter animals! Thanks to Dr. Erin Davezac and our amazing volunteers. Come to Valencia County Animal Shelter and check out the available already fixed animals on Tuesday at 9am! Adoption fee is only $15.